One frequently asked question by potential students is "Is there a high demand for this job in my area? How much does the job generally pay to start?"

A: Students are always encouraged to do as much research as possible about the pay expectations for the career field in general as well as the career field in their geographic area. The instructors for the courses assist with resumes and can serve as a professional reference for the student. Students also find that the certificate they receive helps them stand out as a candidate as well. Here are a few helpful links that students may utilize in their research process:

http://www.bls.gov (government website, great resource for general information regarding an occupation)

http://www.careerbuilder.com (employment website, current opportunities in the local area that are advertised online)

http://www.monster.com (employment website, current opportunities in the local area that are advertised online)

http://www.salary.com (salary estimator)

http://www.acinet.org (career information)