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work_andreaFigured out what kind of job you want? There are so many options, so many careers to consider. And, many of those careers require education or specialized job training beyond high school.

This section will help you discover your career interests, uncover the skills you bring to the job market, how to get a job and how to receive the training you need to be successful. Heather is making it happen and getting the experience she needs to start her career.

Discover your interests

Like animals? Always thought it would be cool to be a nurse? Wonder what it takes to be a computer programmer? Explore your options with the Virginia Education Wizard.

Job training

Virginia is full of opportunities for people to get the training they need to pursue interesting and fulfilling careers. Virginia’s Community Colleges offer the training and degree programs you need to find a career you can be excited about.

Getting a job

Write a resume that will get you noticed. Ace that interview. Find help to get in the door where you want to work. Find out how here.

Success stories

Heather is a motivated young woman who is pursuing her dreams. See how here.

Checklist

Not sure what to do next? Print off this checklist to help get you started.

Find a Great Expectations Program

Not sure what career to pursue or how to find a job? Look here for the names and contact information for established Great Expectations programs across Virginia.

A major initiative of The Virginia Foundation for Community College Education
Virginia's Community Colleges
Funded in part by the Mary Morton Parsons Foundation