Hump Day Open Thread
by Elisa
Wed Apr 09, 2008 at 05:13:46 AM PDT
Here is yet another list for you: Five jobs outside the cubicle as suggested by MSN careers. They are:
Construction management
Want to plan, direct and coordinate activities outside an office? Construction managers do just that by managing the construction of buildings and other structures. While a bachelor's degree is typically required, most construction managers come from an engineering or architectural background, according to John McKeon, vice president of communications, Construction Management Association of America.Veterinary medicine
...After earning a bachelor's degree fulfilling vet school prerequisites, aspiring veterinarians enroll in a four-year veterinary school program before taking the required licensing exam. As for the most important skills? "You need compassion and empathy for animals and the ability to interact well with people," (veterinarian Kimberly) May explains.Nursing
...As for requirements, a two-year associate degree in nursing, a hospital diploma program, or a bachelor of science degree in nursing will suffice; upon completion, nurses take the NCLES-RN, a licensing exam.Flight attendant
...After training in topics such as first aid, emergency procedures, federal aviation regulations and in-flight passenger service procedures, flight attendants earn the Federal Aviation Administration Certificate of Demonstrated Proficiency. Flight attendants must periodically attend retraining and pass an FAA safety exam to continue flying.Teaching
...Bachelor's degrees are required, and state licensure and certification requirements differ by state. Although teachers have their own "homework" throughout the year with various lesson plans and grading, there are at least two initial reasons to pursue this rewarding vocation: July and August.
Of course, the gazillion hours teachers put throughout the year more than makes up for two months of vacation -- if they can afford it. What are your experiences in these careers, MotherTalkers?
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