Educational Opportunities

Results: 35

• Academic Counseling (2)
  HL-2500.0500

  Academic Counseling

  HL-2500.0500
  
  Programs that assist students in selecting a course of studies that is suited to their abilities, interests, future plans and general circumstances.
• Adult Basic Education (1)
  HH-0500.0500

  Adult Basic Education

  HH-0500.0500
  
  Programs, usually offered by community adult schools or as evening classes at local high schools, that provide instruction in fundamental learning skills for adults who have never attended school or have interrupted formal schooling and need to raise their level of education to increase their self-confidence and/or prepare for an occupation. Emphasis is placed on basic reading, language and mathematics to strengthen functional skills in communication, computation and personal-social interaction.
• Caregiver Consultation and Support (1)
  PH-0780

  Caregiver Consultation and Support

  PH-0780
  
  Programs that provide information, guidance and assistance that supports the ability of family members and other informal caregivers to make decisions and solve problems relating to their caregiving role. The service helps the caregiver find practical solutions to concerns about the health and wellbeing of the care recipient; and may be provided via an advice line or an online chat service as well as in in-person settings.
• Citizenship Education (1)
  HH-0500.1500

  Citizenship Education

  HH-0500.1500
  
  Programs that prepare individuals to take the oath of U.S. citizenship and to exercise the attendant rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Citizenship courses help immigrants develop an understanding of and appreciation for American culture, institutions and ideals; and focus on important events in U.S. history, the Constitution and its historic background, and the organization, powers and duties of federal, state and local governments.
• Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education (1)
  RR-5150.1500

  Condition Specific Mental Health Information/Education

  RR-5150.1500
  
  Programs that provide information through a variety of channels that improves understanding of a particular behavioral issue or mental condition or issue such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder; the risk factors and signs associated with the condition; screening/diagnostic procedures; treatment and/or management options; the results of the latest research regarding the issue or condition; and general information about strategies that can be employed to support the individual.
• Credit Counseling (1)
  DM-1500.1500

  Credit Counseling

  DM-1500.1500
  
  Programs that provide assistance for people who want to improve their understanding of the consumer credit lending and collections systems, and maximize their skill in using credit. Services may include help in completing credit application forms, understanding how credit information is analyzed, choosing the best credit cards and/or interest rates available, determining how many credit cards can be managed, protecting one's credit information, communicating with creditors, improving poor credit reports and associated credit scores, eliminating credit card debt and dealing with other credit card issues.
• Early Head Start (6)
  HD-1800.1800

  Early Head Start

  HD-1800.1800
  
  A federally-funded child development and family support program that provides early education, health, mental health, nutrition and social services for low-income pregnant women and families with children from birth to age three. Services provided directly or through referral may include prenatal education and parenting classes for pregnant women; child development information; parent/child activities; a home visiting program for families with newborns; early education services in a variety of settings; comprehensive health and mental health services including smoking cessation and substance abuse treatment; coordination with organizations providing early intervention for infants and toddlers with disabilities; assistance in obtaining income support, housing or emergency cash; and transportation to program services.
• Educational Support Services (5)
  HL

  Educational Support Services

  HL
  
  Programs within the formal education system at elementary, secondary or postsecondary levels, or offered by outside agencies, that provide non-instructional services which support the admission of students to an educational program, their health and living conditions while students, their extracurricular activities options, and their ability to choose an appropriate course of study and adjust to and remain in school through the completion of their high school diplomas or college/university degrees.
• Elementary Schools (1)
  HD-8000.1800

  Elementary Schools

  HD-8000.1800
  
  Programs that provide a graded system of learning in a formal school setting from kindergarten or grade one through grades six, seven, eight or nine (depending on the district configuration) for children ranging in age from five or six to about 13 or 14.
• English as a Second Language (1)
  HH-0500.8000-150

  English as a Second Language

  HH-0500.8000-150
  
  Programs that offer opportunities for non-English-speaking and limited-English-speaking adults to learn listening, speaking, reading and writing skills with an emphasis on developing the level of communication competence that is essential for adults who are living in a setting in which English is the primary language. Also included are programs that provide English language instruction for younger people.
• GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction (6)
  HH-0500.2500-250

  GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction

  HH-0500.2500-250
  
  Programs that provide instruction for adults and eligible minors who have elected to take a series of tests which measure the extent to which they have gained the knowledge, skills and understanding ordinarily acquired through a high school education. Instruction and testing focus on writing, social studies, science, reading and mathematics. Individuals who pass the tests receive a high school equivalency certificate.
• General Mental Health Information/Education (1)
  RR-5150.2500

  General Mental Health Information/Education

  RR-5150.2500
  
  Programs that improve the public's understanding of mental health and mental illness and help people make choices which promote personal mental health, take advantage of opportunities for early detection, develop an awareness of available treatment options and support their ability to deal with mental health problems when they arise. General mental health information/education programs provide information about a wide variety of mental health related diagnoses rather than specializing in a particular area; and may develop and disseminate materials whose objective is to dispel misconceptions about the nature of mental illness, marshal support for people who have a psychiatric disability or behavioral issue and help to remove the stigma that is often associated with mental illness.
• Head Start (23)
  HD-1800.3000

  Head Start

  HD-1800.3000
  
  A federally-funded child development program that provides educational experiences, medical and dental services, nutritional meals, counseling and opportunities for parental involvement to help prepare low-income children and children with disabilities age three to five to enter and succeed in school.
• Home Based Parenting Education (1)
  PH-6100.3300

  Home Based Parenting Education

  PH-6100.3300
  
  Programs that visit the homes of parents who want to acquire the knowledge and skills to be effective in their parenting role and provide parenting education services in the family setting. The programs may focus on teen parents; parents who need to develop skills to handle a difficult child; families who want to learn school-readiness activities to share with their child; individuals for whom parenting is a new experience; families at risk for child abuse, neglect or out-of-home placement; or others who have issues that are most effectively resolved in the home environment.
• Hunting Safety Education (1)
  JR-8200.3200

  Hunting Safety Education

  JR-8200.3200
  
  Programs that are designed to increase public awareness of the measures hunters can take to avoid accidents and ensure their safety while pursuing their sport. Hunting safety education programs usually focus on map and compass skills, comfort and survival, firearms and ammunition, archery, first aid, hunting ethics, state regulations and law enforcement. In some states, completion of a hunting safety course and/or passing a safety test are requirements for obtaining a hunting license.
• Life Skills Education (5)
  PH-6200.4600

  Life Skills Education

  PH-6200.4600
  
  Programs that offer training which focuses on the knowledge and skills an individual may need to live independently or make a successful transition to independent living. Participants may include runaway youth who are living on their own, youth who because of age can no longer be maintained in foster care, new widows, victims of domestic abuse, people who have previously been homeless, and others who have lived in an environment in which decision making and responsibilities of daily living have been handled by another as well as people currently living independently who want to be more effective. Training may address job search and retention, money management, insurance, taxes, rental agreements, vehicle purchase, nutrition, home management, health care, legal emancipation for teens and other similar topics.
• Literacy Programs (1)
  HH-4500

  Literacy Programs

  HH-4500
  
  Programs that provide instruction in reading, writing and comprehension for individuals of all ages who are unable to read or write at a functional level. Some programs may include basic training in speaking, numeracy/mathematics and problem solving skills, so that trainees can become self sufficient and function well in society.
• Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling (2)
  DM-1800.5000

  Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling

  DM-1800.5000
  
  Programs that provide assistance for people who are unable to make their mortgage payments and at risk of losing their homes through foreclosure or who are already in the foreclosure process. Services may include information about the foreclosure process, legal timelines and how to contact and negotiate with a lender; assessment of the homeowner's financial situation and development of a plan to address homeownership and financial issues; in-depth financial counseling regarding foreclosure avoidance options and/or options that involve leaving the home; advocacy with lenders, when necessary; and referrals to foreclosure prevention resources. Also included are programs that provide mediation services to negotiate a compromise between the individual and the financial institution that holds their mortgage in order to avoid foreclosure.
• Nutrition Education (4)
  LH-2700.6000

  Nutrition Education

  LH-2700.6000
  
  Programs that provide information concerning the basic principles of healthful eating, food handling, food preparation and shopping skills. Included is information about the basic food groups, vitamin and mineral requirements, the relationship of nutrition to the preservation of good health and the prevention of illness, and dietary choices such as vegetarianism.
• Personal Financial Counseling (3)
  DM-6500

  Personal Financial Counseling

  DM-6500
  
  Programs that help people who are having difficulty paying their monthly bills gain control of their finances. The process generally involves analysis of the individual's income, expenses, debts, taxes and other factors to create a personal financial assessment; development of a budget for basic living expenses; and agreement on a short-term plan for repayment of creditors which may include debt consolidation or other strategies and a longer term plan for realizing personal financial goals.
• Preschools (6)
  HD-1800.6500

  Preschools

  HD-1800.6500
  
  Programs that provide educational experiences and activities for children who are younger than compulsory school age, supplement parental care and home play and stimulate intellectual, social, emotional and motor skills development. Activities generally include preacademic skill development such as shape, color and number recognition; active outdoor play; observation of nature and pets; dancing and rhythms; block building; playhouse activities; games; simple excursions outside the school; stories and picture books. Children are also given a nutritious snack and/or meal and a period for adequate rest, and are taught basic cleanliness and good health habits.
• School Districts (14)
  HD-8200

  School Districts

  HD-8200
  
  Local administrative units that operate schools or contract for school services in specific geographical areas.
• School Readiness Programs (11)
  HD-1800.8000

  School Readiness Programs

  HD-1800.8000
  
  Programs sponsored by states, local municipalities or local nonprofits that prepare children, usually age three to five, to succeed in school. The programs are modeled on Head Start/Better Beginnings/Brighter Futures programs and are compensatory in nature targeting children from low income families or those who have or are at risk for a disability and who may have special needs. Services may include comprehensive development screenings, active learning, parent education programs, family activities, early literacy exercises, home visits and healthy snacks during the school day. In some instances, the programs are entirely home-based and focus on providing materials, instruction and support that enable the parent to prepare their child for entering school. Occasionally, the programs refer to short acclimatization sessions to make new pupils familiar with the school and classroom environment before the formal start of the school year. Some programs offer text messaging as a way to encourage parent participation in early education activities.
• School Supplies (1)
  HL-8120.7800

  School Supplies

  HL-8120.7800
  
  Programs that pay for or provide textbooks, notebooks, pens, pencils, calculators, book bags and other essential educational supplies required for classes at the elementary/secondary level or at a college or university.
• Secondary/High Schools (1)
  HD-8000.8100

  Secondary/High Schools

  HD-8000.8100
  
  Programs that provide a graded system of learning in a formal school setting from grades nine or 10 through 12 for adolescents who usually range in age from 13 or 14 to 18. High schools provide formal instruction for students who want to prepare themselves for further education at the college/university level as well as those who prefer to seek employment immediately after high school graduation. The curriculum for students who are planning to terminate their formal education focuses on vocational preparation whereas that for college/university-bound students focuses on providing the required number of hours of instruction in targeted subjects to enable them to meet college/university entrance requirements.
• Social Skills Training (17)
  PH-6200.8300

  Social Skills Training

  PH-6200.8300
  
  Programs that provide training in social interaction skills for young children, youth and/or adults with the objective of helping them overcome shyness or aggressiveness, engage in constructive play or other group activities, develop positive peer relationships and feel comfortable in both business and social situations. Sessions may focus on politeness, cooperation, negotiation, problem solving, taking turns, sharing, winning and losing, sportsmanship, body language, eye contact, using appropriate language, telephone manners, peer situations, consequences of actions and initiating, conducting and concluding conversations.
• Special Education Classes/Centers (3)
  HH-8000.8000

  Special Education Classes/Centers

  HH-8000.8000
  
  Programs that enroll exceptional learners for the majority of the school day in special classes or centers that are located on regular school sites and which group pupils who have similar instructional needs. Special classes and centers serve pupils who have intensive needs that cannot be met in a less restrictive learning environment.
• Student Career Counseling (1)
  HL-2500.8035

  Student Career Counseling

  HL-2500.8035
  
  Programs staffed by on-campus career counselors who provide advice and guidance that helps high school students, undergraduates, graduate students and sometimes alumni explore career options and make good career-related decisions. Career counselors support young people in gaining a better understanding of what really matters to them and, in many settings, can work with academic counselors to ensure that the course of studies they select supports their long range career goals. Career counselors can help clients develop strategies and skills in exploring career options, evaluate career values and create a career path; and later, many can help students who are ready to launch a career identify and apply for jobs, network, interview and create a balance between work and a personal life.
• Student Disability Services (1)
  HL-8120.7980

  Student Disability Services

  HL-8120.7980
  
  Programs that provide special assistance and accommodations that support the ability of students with visual, hearing, physical, emotional, learning or other disabilities to achieve their academic goals and participate in, contribute to and benefit from the institution's programs, services and activities.
• Student Financial Aid (2)
  HL-8000

  Student Financial Aid

  HL-8000
  
  Programs that enable students who demonstrate financial need to obtain the financial assistance they require to meet their educational and living expenses while in school. Most students receive a financial aid package which includes aid from a combination of sources that may include loans, scholarships, grants, work-study awards, and fellowships or assistantships for graduate students. Also included are programs that help current and former students make arrangements to defer, repay or obtain forgiveness for student loans.
• Study Skills Assistance (1)
  HL-2500.8100

  Study Skills Assistance

  HL-2500.8100
  
  Programs that provide individual or small group assistance for students who want to improve their study habits, test preparation skills and test taking techniques.
• Test Preparation (2)
  HL-8500

  Test Preparation

  HL-8500
  
  Programs that help prospective students study for major entrance examinations for colleges and universities, placement tests, examinations that are prerequisites for acceptance into graduate level programs, military entrance exams, civil service and other professional exams, citizenship tests and other standardized tests. The courses, which may be available via the Internet, usually focus on the content areas covered by the examination, the format of the specific test, and test-taking techniques that can be used to increase the individual's speed and confidence. Practice questions may be available as well as essay evaluation materials, where applicable.
• Tobacco Use Education/Prevention (30)
  RX-8250.8000

  Tobacco Use Education/Prevention

  RX-8250.8000
  
  Programs that provide information about smoking and nicotine addiction, the dangers associated with smoking or utilizing other substances containing nicotine, the risks associated with exposure to second hand smoke and different approaches to smoking cessation with the objective of preventing people from starting to smoke or of helping them find a way to give up the habit if they already use tobacco products. Included may be printed materials or videos that address the subject and presentations in schools and agencies and to family groups.
• Tutoring Services (4)
  HL-8700

  Tutoring Services

  HL-8700
  
  Programs that provide supplemental instruction for students who are having difficulty with their coursework or who want to get more out of their regular educational program.
• Wildlife Safety Education (1)
  JR-8200.9550

  Wildlife Safety Education

  JR-8200.9550
  
  Programs that are designed to increase public awareness of the measures people can take to ensure their own safety and that of their children and pets (as well as the animals themselves) when dealing with alligators, bears, bobcats, urban dwelling coyotes, mountain lions, raccoons and other wildlife that are encountered in the urban environment, in parks and forests, on hiking trails and in other settings. Included are general wildlife safety programs and those that deal with a specific type of wildlife.