CAREERS & EDUCATION TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2018 Lethbridge Herald – Page 3 CONTINUING YOUR EDUCATION
Here are some tips to help with returning to school
following steps will help get you started on the road to further education. If you haven’t already decided
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on an educational goal, start by visiting CAREERinsite to do some career planning. Then, follow this checklist: Talk to people and use
resources such as OCCinfo to find out what education or training you need to reach your career goals in Alberta. For many types of work, you can acquire the necessary skills and knowledge in a variety of ways. Even in occupations that require a specific certification, there may be more than one way to qualify. Use resources such the
Education Programs section at OCCinfo to find out: • what programs are available
and where • how long the programs take to
complete • what the admission
requirements are for programs • what certificate, diploma or
degree you would receive after completing each program. Visit the website of the post-
secondary institution offering the program to find out the program's start dates and how much they cost. Talk to potential employers
before you choose a training or education program. Find out what their preferences are if
given the choice of job candidates who have graduated from different programs. Ask employers what the employment
situation is like for people currently doing the work you want and what the employment prospects are likely to be after you graduate.
hether you've been out of school for a couple of months or a couple of decades, the
programs to help students prepare for further education. Apply for admission as early as
possible. It's a good idea to apply to more than one program, especially if your preferred program has limited enrolment and more people apply than can be accepted each year. Figure out how much going
back to school will cost and if you will need financial assistance. Look for information about awards and scholarships as well as information about student loans. Not all awards require high marks — scholarships are also awarded for achievements in extracurricular activities such as sports and volunteering. As well, many bursaries are awarded on the basis of financial need and relationship to a particular group or organization, so don't overlook these possibilities! Loans eventually have to be
repaid and some awards have conditions attached. Choose classes and register for
them. Plan ahead to ensure that
going back to school will be as easy and enjoyable as possible. Make arrangements well in advance for: • child care • housing • transportation. Attend a study skills seminar,
writing class or time management workshop, or learn how to use a word-processing program — whatever you think might improve your ability to do well in your studies. Ask for help if you need it.
There are many resources available, such as student counselling services, tutors and support groups.
Read the relevant program and
application information that post- secondary institutions publish on their websites and in program calendars. Check the entrance requirements for
the program(s) of your choice to see if you have the required educational background. If you don’t have the required
education, check the institution's mature student admission policy. If you have
Managing time more effectively METRO NEWS SERVICE Hectic schedules can make managing
time seem like a riddle wrapped inside an enigma. Many people feel there are not enough hours in the day. But busy men and women need not look for extra hours in the day to manage their time more effectively. • Examine your existing time
management. Before creating strategies for changing the way you manage your time, you first need to understand how you are currently spending it. Jot down what you do during an average week. Include how long you spend conversing, when you start working, how often you check your email, etc. Analyze this time in an effort to determine how much of it is being spent doing something productive and how much is getting in the way of getting things done. • Complete crucial tasks first. Figure out
which of your daily tasks are most important and take care of those first before moving on to less important tasks. This can reduce stress and make you feel more confident that you can accomplish the smaller tasks. • Write things down. It’s easy to feel
overwhelmed when there are many things swimming around in your head. Put your
to-do list on paper. Seeing it in black and white can help you separate the important tasks from other things that can be put off for the time being or delegated to someone else. If necessary, use a day planner or set notifications on your smartphone. • Turn off email notifications. Email
notifications can be very distracting when you are trying to get work done. Turn these off so you can concentrate more on the tasks at hand. • Recharge with downtime. Physical and
mental fatigue can contribute to procrastination. Plan periodic breaks throughout your day. These breaks can help you be more productive by reenergizing you. • Avoid instant access. Schedule a time
to return phone calls and instant messages rather than thinking you need to reply right away. Some notes may require immediate attention, but many likely do not. • Block out distractions. Turn off your
television and phone and steer clear of social media while trying to get things done. Come back to them later when you’ve completed your tasks. • Be flexible. What works for another
person may not work for you. Therefore, try a variety of strategies to get a better handle on time management until you discover one that works best for you.
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been out of school for a year or more, you may not have to meet all of the specified program entrance requirements. If you don’t qualify as a mature student
or still need particular courses, you will have to take upgrading courses before you are eligible for admission. Check the information published by the post- secondary institution — some institutions offer their own upgrading
Read the student services sections of
program calendars or post-secondary institution websites for information about the services available and who to contact for more information. Going back to school is a major
decision. Follow this checklist to be more confident about the decision you are making about your education. From the Alberta Learning Information Service (
https://alis.alberta.ca)
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