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What are some good and interesting college majors?
I am a 16 year old graduating senior. I graduate in 2 days. I’m a cancer. I’m Puerto Rican, German, Italian and Irish. I sing and I like to write music.
#graduate-school #astrology #cancer #hispanica
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Sakina’s Answer
Hi Autumn,
I echo what Lucie suggests above. Ultimately, what you choose to study will matter less than how you study it - in other words, are you committed to your classes, do you put your best foot forward when it comes to assignments, etc. That will help as you shape your story after school, and begin to seek professional opportunities!
I echo what Lucie suggests above. Ultimately, what you choose to study will matter less than how you study it - in other words, are you committed to your classes, do you put your best foot forward when it comes to assignments, etc. That will help as you shape your story after school, and begin to seek professional opportunities!
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Tammy’s Answer
I’m happy to share information about being a Certified Tumor Registrar.
In 1997 the federal government mandated cancer incidence be reported to the National Cancer Database. Hence, all hospitals have to comply, or they cannot remain open. Hence, job security!
This is a ‘data driven’ position. Detail is important. Many facilities allow their registry staff to work remotely. There is no patient contact.
This does career path does not require a 4-year college degree, below is a link to obtain more information on educational requirements.
https://www.ncra-usa.org/About/Become-a-Cancer-Registrar
I have been in this field since it’s inception and love it. There are many ‘standard setters’ involved and at times this is frustrating. Being able to multi-task is very important. Being willing to adapt to continual change is also very important.
In 1997 the federal government mandated cancer incidence be reported to the National Cancer Database. Hence, all hospitals have to comply, or they cannot remain open. Hence, job security!
This is a ‘data driven’ position. Detail is important. Many facilities allow their registry staff to work remotely. There is no patient contact.
This does career path does not require a 4-year college degree, below is a link to obtain more information on educational requirements.
https://www.ncra-usa.org/About/Become-a-Cancer-Registrar
I have been in this field since it’s inception and love it. There are many ‘standard setters’ involved and at times this is frustrating. Being able to multi-task is very important. Being willing to adapt to continual change is also very important.
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Lucie’s Answer
Hello Autumn,
The way to think about college in my opinion is about a few things:
#1 Passions
What do you like? What makes you happy? What do you like to do? Are there some goals you already have?
It might not be i want to be an astronaut but it could be I want to work in a field where I can make an impact (granted you can make an impact everywhere but you get the point). Trying to figure out what is going to move you forward will help you a lot in defining what you could study.
#2 Do not be restrictive
Now that you have determined what you like (or not) it is pretty important not to be too restrictive about it and always take a step back to look at the big picture. You might like astrology for example but the career paths might be very restrictive. If you are not sure, and in case of doubt I would always look for the generic rather than the specific. This way you can always course correct later and still capitalize on what you have learned.
One path that opens many doors is the engineering + business combo. Depending on what you want to do of course, but in the corporate world I have noticed that you can move very far if you are technical and understand how the world operates (business).
My last advice would be: do not put too much pressure on your shoulders. We all make mistake and don't think that if you start a major in college you will be stuck in that field forever. Everyone can course correct: " When there is a will, there is a way".
Hope this helps,
Cheers
The way to think about college in my opinion is about a few things:
#1 Passions
What do you like? What makes you happy? What do you like to do? Are there some goals you already have?
It might not be i want to be an astronaut but it could be I want to work in a field where I can make an impact (granted you can make an impact everywhere but you get the point). Trying to figure out what is going to move you forward will help you a lot in defining what you could study.
#2 Do not be restrictive
Now that you have determined what you like (or not) it is pretty important not to be too restrictive about it and always take a step back to look at the big picture. You might like astrology for example but the career paths might be very restrictive. If you are not sure, and in case of doubt I would always look for the generic rather than the specific. This way you can always course correct later and still capitalize on what you have learned.
One path that opens many doors is the engineering + business combo. Depending on what you want to do of course, but in the corporate world I have noticed that you can move very far if you are technical and understand how the world operates (business).
My last advice would be: do not put too much pressure on your shoulders. We all make mistake and don't think that if you start a major in college you will be stuck in that field forever. Everyone can course correct: " When there is a will, there is a way".
Hope this helps,
Cheers