Career Pathways

In addition to connecting you with a vast network of peers, LinkedIn provides helpful resources for your job search. Their career explorer is a great tool to help you discover your transferable skills and where your career may take you: https://linkedin.github.io/career-explorer/ 

Tech/IT Career Pathways

Interested in exploring what a career path looks like in Technology/Cybersecurity? Click here to visit Cyber Seek for an interactive view on key jobs within cybersecurity, common transition opportunities between them, and detailed information about the salaries, credentials, and skillsets associated with each role.

Are you interested in working for the Federal Government or on a Federal Contract? Click here to learn more about the DoD 8570 Baseline Certifications along with what is required to move up in each level.  

Healthcare Career Pathways

There are 5 Health Science Career Pathways – which one is the best fit for you? Click here to visit Applied Educational Systems (AES)  to learn more about each pathway and what you need to know to be successful. 

How to start a career in Medical Billing and Coding:  https://www.ultimatemedical.edu/blog/how-to-start-career-in-medical-billing-and-coding/ 

Healthcare Pathways: Learn more about what goes into a career in direct patient care, imaging and diagnostics, healthcare facility support, healthcare business support, and research & development here!

ExploreHealthCareers.org: This resource is a collaboration between today’s health professionals and leading health care associations designed to help people like you start down the road toward a career in health. Here you’ll find the latest health career information and tools to guide you as you prepare for a future in health care!

Skilled Trades Career Pathways

Skilled Trade Careers: Know All the Options! This great resource outlines the benefits of a career in the skilled trades — including job descriptions, salary information, and the training required to pursue these jobs.

Get Into Energy: Interested in a career in the energy industry? This resource outlines the career path from lineworker to supervisor, including salary information and the hard and soft skills you’ll need to master to climb the ranks in energy.

Becoming a Truck Driver: There’s never been a better time to become a truck driver! Before diving in to this booming industry, check out this resource to learn more about the job responsibilities, license requirements, and career advancement paths in trucking.

• A clean driving record is essential for a career in transportation — if you’re unsure about the status of your driving record, you can request a copy for review from the Virginia DMV.