Awards - Academic awards are granted for the completion of a program of study.
✔️ Certificate or Diploma - Awarded to students who complete non-degree programs that usually take one year or less. A certificate or diploma is most often offered in technical or vocational fields of study.
Certifications - Sometimes referred to as Graduate Certificates, certifications consist of courses that help you develop career competency in a single subject (professional skill or specialization). There are many options for jobs that only require a certificate. Opportunities can be found in almost anything from business and healthcare to criminal justice and media arts.
Office of Teaching Initiatives - Types of Certificates and Licenses - View types of teaching certificates and licenses currently available in New York State. Site maintained by NYSed.gov .
Certification Finder - Find certifications using a search engine compiled and maintained by CareerOneStop [.org].
Associate's Degree - Most often associate's degrees are offered at community colleges but they can also be offered at some four-year colleges; associate's degrees are usually completed in two years. The most common is the associate's of arts (A.A.) within the humanities.
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Your 2019 Guide to College Transfer: 100+ School Profiles by Bachelor's Degree - Also known as a baccalaureate degree, the bachelor's degree usually takes four years to complete but some can take three or five. The bachelor of arts (B.A.) and the bachelor of science (B.S.) are the most common. The bachelor's degree includes general education courses - also called core courses - a major and electives and may or may not require a final thesis / project.
Graduate and Professional Programs: an Overview 2021 by Master's Degree - A graduate level degree intended for students who have already completed a bachelor's degree, usually completed in one to three years. The master's degree may or may not require a final thesis or project. In some degrees the master's degree follows the professional degree (ie: J.D., M.D.).
Terminal Degree - When a degree is considered terminal, it means that it is the highest degree awarded in a given field. In most fields, the terminal-level degree is the doctor of philosophy, or Ph.D., but in some fields it's a professional degree, such as a doctor of medicine or a law degree.
Doctorate Degree - The most common type of doctorate degree is the doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.). Doctoral programs usually consist of course work and independent research culminating in a dissertation or other formal presentation, the results of independent study.
Students may share classes with other graduate level students, including master's level students.
While the student is completing their course work they may be referred to as a doctoral candidate. Once the course work is completed, before the dissertation has been defended, candidates are often referred to by the phrase All But Dissertation (A.B.D.). Only after the candidate successfully defends their dissertation or formal presentation are they considered a doctor in their field. The length of study for a doctorate degree varies widely and is usually self-determined. -- Some countries grant honorary doctorate degrees, however, the U.S. is generally not one of them.
Professional Degree - Advanced study programs that provide the academic prerequisites to become licensed in a recognized profession (ie: Chiropractic - D.C., D.C.M., Dentistry - D.D.S., D.M.D., Divinity / Ministry - D.D., M.Div., Law - L.L.B., J.D., Medicine - M.D., Optometry - O.D., Osteopathic medicine - D.O., Pharmacy - Pharm.D., Podiatry - D.P.M., Rabbinical / Talmudic studies - M.H.L., Rav., Veterinary medicine - D.V.M.). At least two years of prior college-level study are required for entrance into a professional degree program. The total registered time of study may equal six academic years.
OnlineMastersDegrees [.org] helps students learn about online master's degrees that allow them to advance their education while balancing work and other responsibilities.
Earning a master's is a major investment, read the article Online Master's Degrees That Pay: Top Fields for Great Salaries showcasing 25 master's degrees that lead to the highest paying jobs.
Graduate Programs in Business, Education, Information Studies, Law and Social Work 2021 by CollegeBoard - The Basics of Business Majors
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Library Science Degrees [.org] was created as a comprehensive resource for students to research, review, and compare US-based universities to find a library science degree. Hundreds of programs have been reviewed to create this resource. The American Library Association and the US Department of Labor and Census Bureau were used as the starting point for data sources. Library science programs were aggregated then compiled with feedback and suggestions about the website's content and contributor's submissions about these programs.
A Data Science Degree might help get you a job: as a number-cruncher, a trend observer, or a pattern finder, working in all kinds of roles from large corporations to lean startups, helping policy makers develop better decisions, working in finance or in healthcare.
Discover Data Science [.org] - Data Science uses traditional scientific methods, like computation, statistics, and mathematics in an interdisciplinary way to help inform, recommend, and advise based on raw information collected from real trends, behaviors, and analytics. Data scientists are technically proficient and often use a number of computer code languages to compile and synthesize data. A background in advanced statistics and intermediate to advanced levels of programming skill may be required.
Graduate Programs in the Biological/Biomedical Sciences and Health-Related Medical Professions 2021 by How to Prepare for a Healthcare Career in High School - An informational resource for high school students, teachers, parents, and counselors.
Whether you'd like to become a doctor, nurse, or one of a dozen other rewarding healthcare professionals, it's never too early to start preparing. This article helps high school students learn about coursework, extracurriculars, and skills that provide a strong foundation for a future degree and career in healthcare. It also features an insightful interview with a family medicine physician who mentors students interested in pursuing healthcare careers.
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Nursing Programs by Knowing the differences between the various nursing licenses you can receive is the first step in determining how you want to pursue your education.
Types of Nursing Degrees and Levels [nursejournal.org] - learn about the pathways to becoming a nurse. Search for Programs.
Nursing School and Program Guide of 2023 [nursingschool411.com]
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Test of Essential Academic Skills -- Study guides
Summer Health Professions Education Program [shpep.org] - a free summer enrichment program focused on improving access to information and resources for college students interested in the health professions.
EMT Exam Prep by National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians [nremt.org] - Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) Certification
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Becoming a Firefighter by 
Master the Firefighter Exam by Firefighters receive expert training that prepares them to handle a variety of emergency situations. Though fighting fires are what they are best known for (as the name implies), firefighters also handle medical emergencies, rescuing and treating the injured, educating the public and more.
What Can You Do with a Fire Science Degree? (Student Training & Education in Public Service, Steps) [publicservicedegrees.org]
How and Where to Earn Your Fire Science Degree Online (Steps)
How to Become A Firefighter [learnhowtobecome.org] - Fire Science Degrees & Firefighter Careers: How to Become a Firefighter.
Interested in becoming a firefighter? Dutchess County Civil Service Portal: Current Exam and Recruitment Announcements.
*Candidates must be 18 years or older at the time of appointment. They also must pass written and physical fitness tests.
National Fire Prevention Association [nfpa.org]
National Fire Prevention Week: October 6-12, 2024
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Forensics Colleges & Universities [forensicscolleges.com] - Specialty degree programs and careers
The Forensic Scene Education Blog provides specific information to help you decide if forensic science is the right choice for you. Includes the inside scoop on forensic science professors, schools and training programs, as well as detailed information on the steps and requirements to become a forensics professional.
Police Officer Exam, Eleventh Edition by Discover Policing [.org] - Research the prerequisites of Policing; search updated career information and job postings.
About Policing - Discover law enforcement as a career, or learn more about law enforcement roles and responsibilities (Skills and Abilities; Basic Requirements; The Hiring Process; A Call to Serve: as a first responder; Training and Academy Life; Financial Stability and Benefits).
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Educational Paths
There are two formal levels of social worker in the state of New York that require licensure, which are delineated by level of education and licensing. Anyone with a bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) may begin working in entry-level positions as a social worker; no licensing is required. With a master’s of social work degree (MSW), you can apply for licensing as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). With an MSW and three years of post-graduate, supervised experience, you can apply for licensing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Only a LCSW can practice clinical social work, or psychotherapy, with clients independently and without supervision.
Social Work Career Guide [socialworkdegrees.org] - Social Work Career Guide
The Best Online Bachelor's Degree in Social Work: 2024 [edumed.org] - Find information about online social work degree programs.
Masters in Social Work Online [.org] - MSW Online provides a guide to social work and mental health degrees and careers. Browse: Programs by State, Online Programs, Degrees, or interviews from Experts.
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Your Guide to Social Work & Online MSW Programs [onlinemswprograms.com]
Created to help students find and research top online Master of Social Work programs and also learn about careers related to that field. For students who are considering or have already decided to pursue an MSW online, we offer a comprehensive guide as well as interviews with professionals who already work in the field. The site also includes a guide for best Online MSW Programs with degree details, admission requirements, and tuition for a variety of schools. All of the schools listed on the site are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), the only organization that provides accreditation for Master of Social Work degrees in the United States.
Best Master's in Social Work (MSW) Online Programs [onlinemastersdegrees.org]
A guidebook for students and professionals interested in pursuing a degree in social work. This guide showcases top programs, highlights the advantages of earning a degree in social work, details popular career paths after graduation, answers common questions about the degree, and more.
The Ultimate Field Education Guide [mswguide.org]
Based on MSWGuide.org's "Social Work Field Education Guide" and the 2022 ranking by USNews.com Columbia University offers one of the best Grad schools for Social Work in New York.
Master of Social Work (MSW) Programs Online - CSWE-Accredited [socialworklicensemap.com] -- Find an online Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program, state-specific information on how to become a social worker, as well as social work careers, salaries, scholarships, credentials, licensure tests and license endorsement...
National Association of Social Workers (NASW) [socialworkers.org]
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Psychology Degrees [.org]
Best Online Bachelor's Degrees in Psychology for 2024 [edumed.org]
Scholarships & Online Resources for Psychology Students [edumed.org]
Counseling Degree Guide [.org]
A resource for current psychology majors, or students interested in a career in psychology. Provides free tools for students and continuing learners to develop their careers in counseling, including career outlooks, state-by-state guides to licensure, and expert advice. Provides resources for recent graduates and current counselors such as a jobs board, which displays new openings every day. And, explains the different areas of psychology, individual career descriptions, salary outlook, and different accredited degree programs.
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-5 by 
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Psychology (study guides) - Concepts selected include: Psychology ; Study Guides ; Self-Actualization (Psychology) .
Speech Pathology Degrees [.com] was built to help pre-undergraduate and pre-graduate students find the best Speech Language Pathology degree program for them. This site focuses on speech language pathology degrees at the Bachelor, Masters, and Doctorate levels. Data is based on multiple sources, like the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), US Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the National Institutes for Health.