Setting Goals

Before you start to look for a job or think about going to school, it is a good idea to set your goals.  When we have goals, we are better able to be successful.

Use the picture above to think about your goals.  SMART goals are 

• Specific - (I want to get a nursing certificate.  I want to be a car mechanic)
• Measurable - (When I have my license to practice nursing I can find a good job.)
• Action - ( I will apply to school.  I will practice with a master mechanic.)
• Realistic - (I can do this after I develop enough English language skills.  A goal isn't realistic if you can never attain it. For instance, winning the lottery is not a realistic goal.)
• Timeline - ( It will take me 3 years to get my nursing license.)

By using the SMART goal system, you will be better able to meet your goal.  Remember!  Goals are something you work towards.  Some goals can be reached quickly, but other goals will take work and time.  HOWEVER, if you want to get there, you will!

Bridges or Pathways Classes

Students from the 2016 Education and Career Exploration Class

visiting HCC's College for the Day.

 

One of the best things you can do to get a great job is to improve your English.  Center for New Americans offers various Pathways or Bridges classes throughout the year to help students develop their English skills in various areas. (For instance, students interested in the healthcare fields might be interested in the Bridges to Healthcare class.)

Congratulations to the students who completed the Education and Career Exploration class of 2016!

For more information about upcoming Pathways/Bridges classes go to:
centerfornewamericans.weebly.com/pathways-classes.html