by If you are concerned or dissatisfied with your current employment options, you are not alone. Many people are considering acquiring new skills or additional education to either make themselves more marketable in the workforce, to advance in their current career field, or change careers completely. However, the uncertainty of not knowing which direction to move toward in this economy can become a lonely, overwhelming, frightful and consuming state—like being lost at sea in a storm.
Career Planning at TJC can help alleviate this feeling of uncertainty and provide the assistance needed to empower you as you navigate this situation and sail toward a broader sea of career opportunities. Easily find the high-paying jobs that are available in your area! Eliminate the anxiety and guesswork from your decision by discovering information, materials and resources related to national, state and regional job growth, wages and availabilities through a consultation.
TJC offers over 115+ degrees and certificates that can help you meet your goals and move forward quickly in the workforce. Plus, there are many options that are flexible and mesh well with work schedules and are offered online or at multiple locations. Career pathways in the manufacturing and professional/business services areas are booming. Programs of study, such as Electronics, Information Technology, Automotive Technology, Surveying, Drafting and Paralegal Services are great examples of short-term programs that can provide a great income.
Individualized Career Planning consultations also focus on identifying strengths, personality traits, and finding “purpose” in a career. The goal is to empower individuals in finding the best career pathway for them that leads to an in-demand, high-wage career in this economy. Employment resources in the form of an online platform are also available, offering a resume-building tool and a selection of over 50 job postings currently. Local businesses are encouraged to partner with TJC and are able to post internships and jobs at no cost on the platform, which helps connect strong applicants with future employers, promoting the community’s workforce. In fact, due to TJC’s value of “Caring” about the community, these employment resources are accessible by current students, alumni as well as community members without a student ID number. All students at TJC have direct access to the portal through a link located conveniently on Apache Access.
Let Career Planning be your lighthouse in this stormy time, helping you find hope and navigate toward a more promising horizon in your career by calling 903 510-3346 or emailing sherry.fuller@tjc.edu. to arrange an in-person or Zoom appointment today.
