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This is the only book on the market to provide comprehensive coverage of school counseling at the secondary school level. The text begins with a holistic and systemic examination and celebration of the student, examines education and secondary schools, and then uses the "Domains / Activities / Partners" model to structure a thorough exploration of how, why, and with whom school counseling services are structured. ... Read more

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From one of the best known authors in the field comes an important revision to a text that is transforming the way thousands of professional school counselors approach their work with students. Transforming the School Counseling Profession, 2/e provides a vision for how school counselors can effectively intervene systemically and personally on behalf of students. This edition introduces students to how systemic, data-driven school counseling programs are effectively implemented through important leadership, advocacy, accountability, and diversity initiatives. Students are introduced to important foundational issues in: developmental classroom guidance; individual and group counseling; consultation, collaboration, and parental involvement; career and educational planning, and ethics and the law. Significant attention is also given to effective intervention with students at risk,  with special needs, with mental and emotional disorders, and in need of conflict resolution or peer mediation. ... Read more

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Transforming School Counseling
Great applicable book for grad students in school counseling programs. A little repetitive at times.

Transforming the School Counseling Profession
Very informative.The book is an excellent resource for anyone who is a school counselor and for anyone wanting to become a school counselor. ... Read more

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This volume utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to issues and practices in school counselling, with submissions from professionals, practitioners, educators, and academicians in school counselling, counsellor education and teacher education. ... Read more

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Leaves you with restoration and resilience
This book provides real-life approaches for helping and healing.It is a must-read for counselors, teachers and parents because readers can draw inspiration and information.Counseling roles and training models are presented.Helping techniques for families and professionals are included.Finally, we receive a book that is not problem oriented but possibility and power oriented. The solutions range from commonsense to clinical to revolutionary.A collaboration between counselors, teachers and parents, this book is creating a new network of healers. ... Read more

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700 PATHS TO A JOB YOU LOVE

Are you established in a career but feeling the need for a change? Interested in starting your own business and looking for an alternative to the more traditional enterprises? Graduating from college (or high school) and wondering what to do now? If you are searching for an offbeat, soul-satisfying profession that offers more than just a paycheck, enrolling in a certification program could be the perfect first step to finding the job that is made for you.

You're Certifiable is packed with more than 700 ideas for alternative careers as well as all the information that you need to embark on your chosen field, such as:

* Holistic health: from acupressure to hypnotherapy
* Crafts: From violin making to glassblowing
* Art and design: from museum studies to Feng Shui
* Working with animals: from horse training to pet grooming
* Outdoor pursuits: from diving to hot-air balloon piloting
* Food and drink: from beer brewing to cake decorating

The first-ever comprehensive directory of certification programs throughout the country, You're Certifiable provides the essentials on how to get certified in the career of your choice, how long it will take, how much it costs, and what to expect once you start working. Lee and Joel Naftali have gathered all the tools you need to find your perfect niche in the professional world. ... Read more

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Great Source!
Some of the web links published in book don't work, but otherwise you type in program information, and eventually find the info!!! GOOD BUY:))

Another useless book
A total waste of money. Perhaps the first chapter and one or two others with some information.But the schools are pricey and for the person who truly seeks an inexpensive trade alternative to the way-overpriced 4 year university, there is little useful information. Most chapters are on pet grooming, pet massage, alternative therapies and other nonsense certificates. Perhaps one chapter on anything someone with money might be willing to pursue. A book with this title should be useful to the person who truly seeks or needs to seek a viable trade. What about learning to be a shoemaker,and real apprenticeships, etc? The person who is not literate, is learning disabled, who truly seeks a "trade," a skill using the hands, this book is useless.Again, this is the last time I will be influenced by "reviews."

Better information than I expected
Ok, so this book wasn't a life changer; but it did in providing me with useful information.The book begins by warning you that it can be easily dated, because programs come and go.I think as long as you maintain that reference, a lot of information can be gathered.

Re-title this book!
This book should have been titled "You're Certifiable....Job Opportunities IF YOU LIVE IN CALIFORNIA".I thought it was a fabulous book, but truly, it's not much use if you don't live on the West Coast.

For someone looking for a personally fulfilling career
I bought this book for the 21 year old daughter of a friend. She had dropped out of college, complaining that nothing there really interested her. I discovered this book while browsing amazon.com, ordered it, anddecided it was perfect for her. After she looked through it, she decided toapply for a school that taught animal massage (she's been crazy aboutanimals since she was a child). She completed the program and is nowhappily working at a local kennel offering massages to companionanimals.

The book lists about 700 other alternative career programs,covering 10 other areas ranging from crafts, arts, outdoors interests,healing, etc. The programs are described succinctly and information isprovided on how to follow up. In the beginning of the book, the authorsprovide a nice introduction to the whole concept of alternative careers(how to find what interests someone, etc.)

Really, it would be aworthwile gift for someone who is looking for a way to make a living thatis a little "different", but personally gratifying. ... Read more

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With coverage of important preparatory issues and the key psychology subfields, Majoring in Psychology: Achieving Your Educational and Career Goals provides undergraduate students with clear, concise, research-based information on strategies to begin a successful undergraduate career in psychology.

• Provides the most comprehensive text on majoring in psychology currently available
• Discusses the benefits of pursuing a psychology degree and key steps to prepare for a job or graduate study in the field
• Features brief topical contributions written by national figures in their respective subfields
• Incorporates current data and research on diversity-related issues as well as guidance on how to ensure personality traits and abilities match the skills that potential career paths demand

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School-to-career (STC) programs, which integrate academic education and vocational skills training, seek to improve the transitions of young people from school to work. The School-to-Work Opportunities Act (STWOA), passed by Congress in 1994, provided more than $1.5 billion over a five-year period to support increased school-to-work activities in the nation’s public high schools. However, after its initial five years, STWOA was not reauthorized. In this report, the author uses a national dataset to measure the success of various programs (including Tech Prep and Career Academies, which differ from the STWOA activities). He finds that certain STC activities do promote postsecondary enrollment and employment and that a case can be made for funding the types of programs supported by STWOA. However, he also notes that there is a pressing need for a serious evaluation of the effectiveness of the specific activities remaining in California and of any that might arise in the future. ... Read more

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GET A JUMP!is intended for use by students at any stage of middle and high school, but it has the most relevance for high school sophomores and juniors who are starting to get serious about the decisions they will need to make after graduation. Whether they’re planning to head to a two- or four-year college, to a technical school, to an apprenticeship, to the military, or directly into the workforce--or are still undecided--here’s where they’ll find  information on the various options available and which ones best suits their skills, needs, and wants. ... Read more

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Teen's Guide to College
This is a great book. What I like most is that there are (non-overwhelming) sections my son can read on his own. The organization is quite easy to follow and very comprehensive. Part I focuses on "You're going to be a freshman". This is a good place to start but not obvious to all authors who write books on preparing for college. Some of these books might cause anxiety attacks because they are so focused on every move you must make from day 1 to get into college. This book actually tries to prepare kids (and parents) with what to expect when they get to High School. There are messages throughout the book written specifically for the students and some written just for parents. There are "advice" boxes throughout written by students, admissions officers and guidance counselors. I ordered 7 books on preparing for college and this one ranks in the top 2 for me! Writing sample from Chapter 1 (You're Going to Be a Freshman): "You have to speak up for yourself. In middle school, your parents probably helped you if you got into a tough situation....They were the ones making the phone call or visiting the teacher. In high school, there will be times when you will have to deal with situations on your own, such as speaking with a teacher about homework...you have to develop the ability to get advice from your parents, figure out how to solve the problem, and then take action." ... Read more

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CAREERS / SUCCESS / STUDENT GUIDE
Learn the rules of professional and life success as this book fills the void of school-to-work-to-success advice for high school and college students.

In order to easily understand critical points, the author grouped the information into important lists to be found in each of the 20 chapters. Recommendations and useful exercises after each chapter are also included. Three sections divide the book: Finding a Job, Succeeding at Work, Financial and Life Planning.

Indeed a helpful guide for anyone who is looking for self-improvement toward a successful life. ... Read more

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Essential Reading
Dale Caldwell is a leader and visonary. His book, "School to Work to Success" is filled with tips on how to become great...and happy, no matter what you do. I wish I had read this book sooner.
-ED TSENG
Author of "Game. Set. Life. - Peak Performance for Sports and Life"
Pro of the Year USTA/NJD 2005
Peak Performance Expert

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This updated version gives users a solid grasp of how to prepare for work and life through career planning, money management, and independent living techniques. This new edition has new features such as coverage of today's hottest careers, easy-to-remember rules for improving study skills and strong emphasis on critical SCANS workplace skills. With comprehensive coverage and special sections that focus on diversity, listening skills, problem solving and time management, this book will provide the tools everyone needs to excel and succeed in their academic and professional careers. ... Read more

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A career as a Dental Assistant is rewarding not only for its pay and benefits in particular, but also for it's calling into a life of service. More so, becoming a Dental Assistant can prepare you for a brilliant career in the field of dentistry. This line of work is anticipated to be one of the most in demand over the next six years, increasing your chances of securing employment with great pay and benefits.Let this book be your comprehensive guide to exploring your likelihood for a career as a Dental Assistant. Find out if this career can be the right choice for you. Investigate your chances for employment. Analyze the pay & benefits. Scrutinize the educational prerequisites needed, the expenses for training. Consider the training programs you can apply in. Are you up for the job duties & responsibilities of a dental assistant? Can you handle the risks & benefits involved in your role? There is also a section that will help you deal with the Dental Board and all the tension that go with managing your patients.Find out what it takes to succeed in the field of dentistry as a dental assistant. ... Read more

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In-depth guide for career prospecting
This book is an in-depth guide to a career in dental assistant . All the preliminaries that you need to know to help you make a great career choice, you can read here. Thank you for all the complete information.

Explores career potentials of a dental assistant
I like how this book details the numerous earning potentials of a dental assistant and the avenues for growth and advancement. A must-read for someone exploring career potentials as this equips you with the details you need to know when making decisions.

One-stop info booth
Very detailed information, very well-prepared book...absolutely a one-stop information booth for those needing complete information regarding the dental assistant career. Everything you need to know you can find out in here.

Offers excellent advice on making the choice
How do you decide if this is the right career choice for you? This book has been excellent in giving me the helpful advice I need throughout my deliberation. Thank you, a job well done on writing this for simple folks like me.

complete overview about the vocation
Excellent career guidebook for those needing some overview about the dental assistant vocation. Each chapter was well-organized; topics are very relevant and truly provided thorough answers to most common queries. I referred this book to a niece who is considering entering this field, this should give a lot of assistance in deciding. ... Read more

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A volume in Issues in Career Development Book SeriesEdited by John Patrick and Grafton Eliason, California University of PennsylvaniaCareer Development in the Schools describes a dynamic process that continues to evolve in itsrationale and practice. In many schools and in a variety of scholarly writings, the status of careerdevelopment is controversial. Some observers assert that career development should be seen as aby-product of all of the knowledge and activities that are incorporated in the educational experience.In this view, career development tends to be seen as a random process that happens in anatural, almost magical way, without specific direction or structured form. However, most careertheorists would argue that the career development of students should be a major mission of theschool—a process too important to be only a by-product of scattered learning and activities thatare inherently uneven from student to student. The prevailing contemporary perspective contendsthat career development in the schools should be planned, have its own content derivedfrom research and theory, be systematically executed, and use methods that are relevant to thedevelopmental levels of students throughout elementary, middle, and senior high schools. Tofurther such ends, several national models of content and practice have been formulated by the American School Counselor Association,the National Career Development Revised Guidance Project, and by other organizations to identify the components, competencies,and outcomes that students of different ages and aspirations need to acquire as they grow in maturity. Several of these models are discussedat length in the various chapters of this book. ... Read more

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This comprehensive, practical and up-to-date book, the second in Lock's career planning series, guides readers through the necessary steps involved in planning a successful job search. Filled with the most current information on career-related topics such as occupational alternatives and training requirements, the Fifth Edition arms students with the tools they'll need for their search, including specific writing, speaking, and research skills and offers guidelines for building profitable job leads. ... Read more

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Another Helpful Resource
This book was very helpful in narrowing down my job selection process. Another resource I used was Planning Crossing, [...], to look for a job because, unlike many of its competitor's sites, Planning Crossing hosts jobs from only employer websites and supports many more jobs than any other site I have ever used. But do not take my word for it, check out their website for yourself, they helped me find a job which eventually turned into my career. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Roeper Review, published by The Roeper School on January 1, 2003. The length of the article is 7937 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Gifted adrift? Career counseling of the gifted and talented.
Author: Meredith J. Greene
Publication: Roeper Review (Refereed)
Date: January 1, 2003
Publisher: The Roeper School
Volume: 25Issue: 2Page: 66(7)

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The Cambridge Student Career Guides offer a unique glimpse into the real world of work. They profile a wide range of jobs that students might wish to choose, and give students the inside story on what those jobs are actually like. They are ideal for the Careers Resource Room and the school library. Ages Year 10 upwards. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Professional School Counseling, published by Thomson Gale on October 1, 2006. The length of the article is 6837 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Helping build lives: career and life development of gifted and talented students.
Author: Meredith J. Greene
Publication: Professional School Counseling (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2006
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 10Issue: 1Page: 34(9)

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This is a guide to working on cruise ships and yachts. It covers how to find jobs in these areas or ways in which to pursue a career in these unusual settings. The guide is used by colleges and universities to help advise students. ... Read more