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2017 Full-Stack Web Developers!
1. Open Chrome browser and go to centriq.instructure.com
2. Enter your email address (the one you gave Russ).
3. Enter “P@ssw0rd” (This password is also on the top left corner of
white board)
4. Once logged in go to settings and change your password.
If you have any issues no worries, we will be in to help you shortly!
Welcome!
Full-Stack Web Developer
Orientation!
Welcome!
Nicole Trendel
Sr. Student Advisor
& Alumni Coordinator
913-322-7089
Student & Career Services
Kiera Roberts
Career Services Advisor
913-322-7038
The Big Picture of IT
Sources: Robert Half Technology 2017 Salary Guide
Avg increase = 4.9%
NOTE: These salaries are national averages of all experience levels – entry to senior.
2017 Average IT Salaries
NOTE: These salaries are national averages of all experience levels – entry to senior.
2017 Average IT Salaries
NOTE: These salaries are national averages of all experience levels – entry to senior.
2017 Average IT Salaries
Goals For Your Future!
What is Expected from
IT Professionals?
IT pros must share in making sound business investment decisions.
Successfully interact with other departments.
Communicate effectively with colleagues.
Business/IT Alignment!
Tech Skills + Soft Skills = In-Demand IT Pros
CollaborationLeverages the strengths and
unique perspectives of others
within the organization and
works with all stakeholders to
reach a solution.
Team-orientedWorks effectively and thrives
as a member of various work
groups to bring greater value
to the overall organization.
CreativeFinds new and innovative approaches to
performing the business at hand.
Problem-SolvingUnderstands complex business
issues and how to solve them
through technology.
CommunicationSpeaks to both technical and
nontechnical audiences with ease.
Source: Robert Half Technology 2016 Salary Guide
Leader or Team Player?
PERKS for IT Pros with Soft Skills…
Earn more $$$!! Technical people with good
communication skills
Advance your career!
Identify and create more opportunities through
collaboration.
Make your job search easier! **75% of employers say soft skills are as important as, or
more important than, technical skills in securing entry-level
employment.
Resources &
Responsibilities
Technical Resume Development
Resume Workshop
Resume review via e-mail until it is ready to go!
Professional Career Consultations…
Advice on Employability
Professionalism
Job Searching
Career Services SupportKiera Roberts
Career Services Support
Career Services Support
Promotion of Networking Events & User Groups
Referrals to IT Staffing Companies
Job Postings
Kiera Roberts
Career Services Job Postings
of our students get their jobs from
Career Services posts!
Career Services Job Postings
How can I utilize these job postings?
Learn about new companies!
Gain contact names within companies.
Get names of specific recruiters.
Learn new Job Search Tips!
Sample Job Search Tip
What types of jobs can I apply for?
.NET Developer
ASP.NET Developer
C# .NET Developer
Software Developer
Web Developer
Application Developer
Full-Stack Web Developer
Programmer
Programmer Analyst
Website Specialist
QA (Quality Assurance)
Software Engineer NOTE - Make sure when it has “Engineer” it is
not too advance.
When can I apply for jobs?
Once you are half way through
the program you can feel free to
start your job search!
What if they require experience?
You should apply for all jobs that say they require up to
3 years of experience.
NOTE: We feel you come out of the program with what is
equivalent to 1 year of experience.
IMPORTANT!! You are qualified for ALL jobs posted by
Career Services!
NOTE: If the job opening does require experience beyond just
training we will post those to the ALUMNI JOB BOARD .
Interview Preparation!
Technical Interviews
General Interviews
Phone Interviews
Skype Interviews
Interview
Student Services Support
Training Resource Advisor
Mentoring
Course Schedule
Class Attendance
Alumni CoordinatorNicole Trendel
Coding Career Foundation Instructor
Elevator Pitch
Social Presence
Student Services Support
Erin Long-Crowell Trainer & Instructional Designer
INSIDE TRACK
What are employers look for?
Technical Skills
Dependability
Professionalism
Initiative
Commitment
INSIDE TRACK
Inside Track Students can take advantage of
being referred to our Employer Network.
The Ultimate Reference!
INSIDE TRACK ReportingAttendance (tracked daily)
No more than 3 “excused” absences and/or
tardies per track to remain on the Inside Track.
Project/Presentations
Must present and meet deadlines given by instructors.
Participation/Attentiveness Measure of a student’s desire and commitment to learn the material. This includes active listening and/or participation in class. (*no gaming/surfing in class.)
INSIDE TRACK Reporting
Problem Solving Initiative Measure of a student’s willingness to attempt
problem-solving, troubleshooting, and research-
oriented tasks during labs, projects, and lecture.
Professional ApproachMeasure of how well a student conducts him/herself in an appropriate manner for a professional setting, which includes treating peers and instructor with respect. (*No gaming/surfing in class.)
Technical Skills
INSIDE TRACK Reporting
INSIDE TRACK Requirements
Interview Techniques Seminar
[ ] Attended & Participated in
Assignments:
[ ] Transferable Skills Assessment
[ ] Resume
[ ] LinkedIn Profile
[ ] Networking Contacts
[ ] Target Companies
[ ] IT Job Search Strategies
INSIDE TRACK Requirements
Mock Interview Boot Camp (MIBC)
[ ] Attended
Centriq’s IT Career Fairs
[ ] Attended (NOTE - If you do not have a job in IT you need to make this your priority.)
[ ] Met All Project Deadlines
[ ] Attended any scheduled mentoring sessions
INSIDE TRACK Benefits
We can provide you with the Ultimate Reference!
Proactive resume submissions to companies with or
without current vacancies.
Opportunity to be selected for Student of the Month!
Student of
the Month
1,000’s of people get to learn more about YOU!
Table talk
Social Media Exposure
Hundreds of opportunities for exposure to potential
employers.
Value add to your resume and LinkedIn profile.
Student of the Month Program
Centriq Champion Awards
Student Responsibilities Acceptance
Career Successes!
Let Centriq show you the way!
Student Support Team
Ashlee Rhoades
Nicole Trendel
Tina Pugh
Erin Long-Crowell
[email protected] Roberts
Earn $500.00!!!
Do you have a friend, colleague, or family member who would like to join you in a
successful career in IT?
Every referral that enrolls in a TechSmart
KC Career Program will earn you $500!
Welcome to
We look forward to helping you
with your career transformation!
Again…
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