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re: What degree program would you steer your kid towards??
Posted on 4/23/19 at 9:31 pm to ColoradoAg03
Posted on 4/23/19 at 9:31 pm to ColoradoAg03
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Computer sciences/programming, etc.
Or a trade. Maybe drafting.
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Posted on 4/23/19 at 9:38 pm to Caplewood
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data science
worried about longterm viability being that data sets can be manipulated anywhere in the world. Remote competition may reduce opportunities. However, I believe that most government contracts require that all data be stored in the US, and may not be allowed to be accessed from outside the US. This may help keep competition at bay.
Posted on 4/23/19 at 9:41 pm to Kujo
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Remote competition may reduce opportunities
it will
Posted on 4/23/19 at 9:42 pm to Tyga Woods
Supply Chain
Posted on 4/23/19 at 9:42 pm to Tyga Woods
Computer science or something to do with renewable resources and energy efficiency
Posted on 4/23/19 at 9:52 pm to CorkSoaker
Plumbing or Electrical Apprenticeship or Engineering Physics
Posted on 4/23/19 at 9:56 pm to La Place Mike
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drafting
The problem with drafting is that there is little to no upward mobility. Its fine if you want to do it forever, but don't expect to ever move up the food chain.
Posted on 4/23/19 at 9:59 pm to arcalades
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There's astronomical demand for Python, Java, and Javascript programmers right now and for the foreseeable future. Not enough trained Asians to cover half of it.
You left out Dot Indians.
Posted on 4/23/19 at 11:14 pm to Jcorye1
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they will take different personality / job placement type tests to see their strengths and weaknesses.
Don't take the results that seriously, I took many aptitude and placement tests in high school they all indicated I would be well suited to a career in accounting or finance. I later found there is nothing in the world I hate more than accounting, and finance.
Posted on 4/23/19 at 11:21 pm to Tyga Woods
My son is 12 crazy smart and wanted to be a vet. His grandmother took him to the zoo and that career field ended quick. Any engineering field would be my push but letting him figure it out and be proud of him no matter what.
Posted on 4/23/19 at 11:41 pm to GeauxtigersMs36
Everybody’s child is “crazy smart” or student of the month.
Posted on 4/24/19 at 12:53 am to Tyga Woods
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best work/life balance while also allowing you to earn a decent living?
Dentist or Vet
Posted on 4/24/19 at 1:14 am to Tyga Woods
Military. 4 years of travel and adventure and lifetime of benefits.
Posted on 4/24/19 at 2:10 am to Tyga Woods
Mortuary Science...
Posted on 4/24/19 at 6:59 am to GeauxtigersMs36
My son is 12, crazy fast and can kick the shite out of anything with air in it. I’m just hoping he has fun at college and actually gets a job one day.
Posted on 4/24/19 at 7:21 am to Tyga Woods
I would just push them to work as hard as they can and work for something they are interested in. I’m not going to pay for a liberal arts degree or some other pointless humanities degree, but I won’t shove neuro surgeon down their throat. Hell, I’d be proud if my kid went to a trade school, learned a skill and worked a 9-5 while owning a home before 25.
Posted on 4/24/19 at 7:27 am to Tyga Woods
Genetic engineering
Posted on 4/24/19 at 8:05 am to Tyga Woods
I'd say engineering or computers. But, those fields require real drive.
But, if he or she lacks real drive maybe something in medical? I see medical salaries dropping with socialized medicine. However, should still be job security. And clear path to a job.
But, if he or she lacks real drive maybe something in medical? I see medical salaries dropping with socialized medicine. However, should still be job security. And clear path to a job.
Posted on 4/24/19 at 8:12 am to Tulane_STEM_ALUM
I’m glad TN has free community college, because if my kid ends up with no drive or real interest, their arse is going to community college and not spending my money or acquiring student debt to party while pursuing a worthless degree.
This is one thing that really pisses me off about this student debt debate. A lot of this debt is for absolutely worthless degrees that are only around to employ absolutely worthless professors that serve no purpose outside of the college environment.
This is one thing that really pisses me off about this student debt debate. A lot of this debt is for absolutely worthless degrees that are only around to employ absolutely worthless professors that serve no purpose outside of the college environment.
Posted on 4/24/19 at 8:35 am to Tyga Woods
Take this for what it’s worth from a college professor:
If your kid is not sure what they want to do, consider community college. Depending on where you’re located, manynif the CCs have really good Associate’s Degrees in fields that would help big time in the work force. If your kid wants to get a 4-year degree after that, the Assiciates Degree basically knocks out the first two years of a Bachelors for much less money. It’s a more reasonable way to “figure out your career path” if a kid isn’t sure what they want to do.
Just do your research on what community college you are looking into. Find information about degrees, programs, and transferability to universities.
As for the field: computers are the future. No matter what field you go into, having some technology literacy sets you apart. And the definition of computer literacy is changing. It’s not just about the computer itself but also how to use the web and such. For instance, we are now offering a Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity.
If your kid is not sure what they want to do, consider community college. Depending on where you’re located, manynif the CCs have really good Associate’s Degrees in fields that would help big time in the work force. If your kid wants to get a 4-year degree after that, the Assiciates Degree basically knocks out the first two years of a Bachelors for much less money. It’s a more reasonable way to “figure out your career path” if a kid isn’t sure what they want to do.
Just do your research on what community college you are looking into. Find information about degrees, programs, and transferability to universities.
As for the field: computers are the future. No matter what field you go into, having some technology literacy sets you apart. And the definition of computer literacy is changing. It’s not just about the computer itself but also how to use the web and such. For instance, we are now offering a Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity.
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