Careers That Do Not Require a Four Year College Degree. CDC Health Standard 6

This lesson gives students information on what professions/careers do not need a four year college degree. Over 50 careers are listed, with median salary information and education required (which may mean 2 year degree, trade school, or on the job training,) in order to obtain a position in that field. 3 activities are included, which encourage students to look at their likes, dislikes and interests to help determine a career. Clip art, printables, assessment and answer key. No prep needed.

Easel assessment is also available with this lesson plan.

CDC HEALTH STANDARD SIX: Students will demonstrate the ability to use goal-setting skills to enhance health

Included in this lesson is:

Reasons why some high school grads decide not to pursue a four year degree

What it takes to learn a profession- information on different types of training, schools and degrees.

A list of over 50 careers that do not need a four year degree- median salaries and education requirements are also listed

A list of government positions that do not require a four year degree-along with the benefits of working for the federal government.

Activities:

1. A list of questions students should ask themselves when pursuing a career path

2. Students are asked to list three careers that interest them and why they chose them

3. 3-2-1 Three things I learned, two things I would like to know more about, one question I still have

4. Assessment and answer key

Store: Health is Elementary