06/30/2022
Did you know June 30th is National Work From Home Day?!
In light of the pandemic, we all know is here to stay. Whether you’re a learner, an educator, or part of the workforce, here are some tips for having a successful work from home experience:
06/07/2022
There are lots of subjects to choose from when picking a major, which can be overwhelming for high school seniors trying to figure out their interests. The CareerExplorer offers a module to look at programs in a variety of ways to help users narrow down their choices. Start by choosing between the highest wages, most job openings, or number of graduates in certain industries:
Virginia CareerExplorer
The Virginia CareerExplorer helps students, educators, jobseekers, and others access up-to-date information on wages, job openings, and other information specific to their state along with great information on careers, colleges, and more.
05/25/2022
“In 2016, one-third of the labor force had completed high school, while the remaining two-thirds had at least some college experience.”
The workforce has become more educated in the 21st century, with greater numbers of people attending college and finishing high school. Take a look at how education in the labor force has changed over the past couple decades:
Profile of the labor force by educational attainment : Spotlight on Statistics: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Increased education is associated with both higher wages and lower unemployment. This Spotlight on Statistics highlights how that relationship has changed over time and examines additional detail on educational attainment.
05/18/2022
Many employers prefer candidates who have experience, but how are you supposed to get started in a new field if you have no experience? Headed2 has the resources to get you there.
Whether through a trade school, internship, or volunteering opportunity, the CareerExplorer connects users with local professionals to develop your career path.
Take a look at how our tools can benefit your district: https://headed2.com
05/05/2022
May is National Military Appreciation Month. The percentage of veterans working or actively looking for work was 46.8% in 2021. The CareerExplorer’s Military Occupations module lets former military members compare their military role to civilian occupations. For veterans looking to work, here are some paths to launch your career: https://va.headed2.com/search/military
04/21/2022
The transportation industry has been, and remains, a backbone for the U.S. economy. Check out how The Bureau of Labor Statistics breaks down the occupation outlook, education requirements, and expected wages for the industry:
City careers on the move: Occupations in urban transportation : Career Outlook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Many types of workers keep people moving in and around cities. Learn about some of their occupations in this article.
04/14/2022
The CareerExplorer helps every student make a plan for success. Join in on Headed2’s March Webinar featuring Blair Dore, Chief Revenue Officer, to hear the benefits of upgrading your school district’s CareerZone and CareerExplorer.
https://headed2.com/webinar/latest
04/07/2022
Did you know only 23 out of 50 US states require high schoolers’ to take a personal finance class? Many students are heading into the workforce with little exposure to critical financial practices. Check out more from the Council for Economic Education (CEE):
https://www.councilforeconed.org/survey-of-the-states-2022/
02/18/2022
Did you know? February is National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month! These wonderful programs teach students about their future career possibilities- take a look at what the U.S. Department of Education has to say about CTE:
CTE data story: insights into how CTE can improve students' income after they graduate.
Data shows that, eight years after their expected graduation date, students who focused on career and technical education (CTE) courses while in high school had higher median annual earnings than students who did not focus on CTE.
02/16/2022
Spring Semester is just getting started. Get your Seniors off to a great start by implementing these practices:
Council Post: Getting Ready To Join The Workforce: 13 Tips For High School And College Seniors
Planning to look for your first job when you graduate? Follow this advice from HR experts to help you make a smooth transition into the workforce.