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Call (602) 297-8500 today! © 2012 AAEC High Schools. All rights reserved. http://www.aaechighschools.com
Public Charter School:How to Jump Start a Career
Public Charter School
When students enroll in a public charter school, they have a unique opportunity to jump start their careers.
You can save time, money and be well on your way to a entering a rewarding field.
Sometimes referred to as “dual enrollment programs,” students earn college credit for free while still in high school.
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• The number one reason for students entering a dual enrollment program at public charter schools is saving money.
Benefits of Public Charter Schools and Dual Enrollment Programs
Most dual enrollment programs offer free college courses to their high school students.
Some programs even cover the cost of books.
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• The second major benefit to dual enrollment programs at public charter schools is time savings.
Benefits of Public Charter Schools and Dual Enrollment Programs
During high school you stay focused on your field of study.
You don’t waste time with elective courses that might not benefit your chosen career or field of study.
It’s possible for you to graduate with a four-year college degree in two or three years instead of four.
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• You learn about college life and are better prepared to adjust to the rigors and lifestyle of being a college student.
Benefits of Public Charter Schools and Dual Enrollment Programs
Getting a feel early on builds confidence and helps you get the most from your college experience.
Better adjustment early on increases the likelihood of success!
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Potential Careers for Students Attending Public Charter Schools
• Engineering. If civil, mechanical, chemical, aeronautical or electrical engineering careers interest you, an associate in science degree can help you earn college credits.
• Equine Studies. Equine studies are geared to students interested in horses and careers in the horse industry.
• Veterinary Science. If you’re interested in becoming a veterinarian, certified veterinary technician or other animal health worker, this program will definitely jump start your career.
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Potential Careers for Students Attending Public Charter Schools
• Homeland Security. These courses focus on issues related to national defense. Examples of careers include positions within the Central Intelligence Agency and U.S. military.
• International Business Studies. Students have an opportunity to enhance understanding of international business and finance.
• Math and Science. The goal of this program within public charter schools is to promote critical thinking, deductive reasoning and research techniques.
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Getting a jump start on your career while still in high school is a truly wonderful opportunity for many students.
If you might not be able to otherwise afford college, dual enrollment in public charter schools makes college a reality.
With a college degree under your belt, you improve your career choices and increase your earnings potential.
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About the Author:
Linda Proctor-Downing is Executive Director and Founder of Arizona Agribusiness and Equine Center, Inc., (AAEC), a multiple campus, independent high school district offering a rigorous college preparatory curriculum.
Learn more about a Public Charter School by visiting our website at http://www.aaechighschools.com.