The College Info Geek Podcast: Study Tips& Advice for Students   /     What Are the Alternatives to College? (Ep. 180)

Description

Despite the fact that college is literally in our name, it's not the only pathway to a happy life. We talk a bit about some alternative routes to success.

Subtitle
Despite the fact that college is literally in our name, it's not the only pathway to a happy life. We talk a bit about some alternative routes to success.
Duration
00:53:43
Publishing date
2017-10-09 11:00
Contributors
  Thomas Frank
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Enclosures
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Shownotes

Despite the fact that college is literally in our name, it's not the only pathway to a happy life. We talk a bit about some alternative routes to success.

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Timestamps:

  • 0:01:41 - A good alternative to college and to get career education
  • 0:11:22 - Definition and costs of trade schools and community colleges
  • 0:19:00 - Becoming a well-rounded person and learning by yourself
  • 0:24:23 - Vocational schools and more "hands on" professions
  • 0:31:33 - Opting for online certifications
  • 0:35:34 - Testing out of classes in college
  • 0:37:31 - Learning skills through coding bootcamps
  • 0:44:33 - Free alternatives to coding bootcamps and landing a job
  • 0:46:41 - Going to community college first and transferring credits
  • 0:50:47 - Recap and conclusion

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