BOSTON - eTradeWire -- Lynn Bentley, President of Knobull said, "College and career readiness helps students reach their goals and become successful!

When we think of education, an important aspect is what students do in college. That might be graduate school, it might be workforce training, or it might be direct entry into a career."

What is college and career readiness?

Students have the aptitudes (or natural talents) for the nation's most in-demand career fields–including healthcare, manufacturing, technology, and finance. They are not inclined to pursue those occupations due to a profound lack of exposure. Taking targeted edX courses at Knobull, boosts career success!

Why are career readiness standards important?

Students need space to learn and grasp new concepts and ideas; that's how we get innovation and a more prosperous future. Rolling out a globalized curriculum will achieve just that–and more.

Why is it important?

Deciding on a college major or a career path is a tricky decision for even the most dedicated of students. Before enrolling in programs or accepting jobs, students have to consider their own skills, their career prospects, and their ability to thrive within the department at large.

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How to prepare student?

The U.S. has a two-pronged labor market problem: a labor shortage and a skills gap. As it becomes increasingly evident that schools are not providing students with the requisite skills to succeed in the labor market, the root of the persistent labor shortage and skills gap in the U.S. can be traced to poor planning.

What does career readiness include?

A college and career readiness skills list could be infinite–students need critical thinking, the ability to collaborate, empathy, motivation, etc. But students also need passion, particularly in the pandemic's wake, as many students struggle with motivation and direction. Passion for specific areas of study or certain careers can make all the difference in a student's success on their chosen path.

Bentley concluded, "It can help them set goals, motivate them to learn, help them explore who they are, and help them discover what they like to do. The fundamental benefit of sharing potential career pathways with students is that it piques their curiosity about their future and drives them to engage."