Where would I find high demand specialty jobs that might help pay for the schooling? I'm looking into a career change and looking for jobs that might be in high enough demand where some entity would paid to get the training/schooling and take that job.
I'm not so much looking for low skilled high wage jobs as I am niche jobs that requires education, as I would also like to get a degree. An example is like the way the military requires a 4 year enlistment but you get training and alike out of them. (although I'm to old to try this now) This could also include government sponsored job training programs for specific industries. Maybe like an X-ray tech? I just don't know where to hunt for such things.
posted by wonderfullyrich
on Feb 9, 2012 -
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Any recommendations for information designers or visualizers to do trainings for the large research company for which I work?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 31, 2012 -
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Is there an intro accounting class that will come teach/train at our place of business in Marietta, GA?
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posted by joshuamcginnis
on Jan 24, 2012 -
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A friend of mine has a training program that is normally delivered to groups in person. They would now like to make the program available to individuals as an online self-study program. What's the best way to do this?
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posted by it's a long way to south america
on Jan 19, 2012 -
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I've seen questions on this before, but I have specific details that might make my question unique. My dog (a miniature poodle) has a doggy door and until 3 or 4 months ago we let her have unsupervised access to the backyard. Unfortunately, she decided she didn't like getting her feet wet by going on the grass and started going on the patio. At which point I launched operation supervised poop.
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posted by bananafish
on Jan 17, 2012 -
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What are some successful, small organizations (with websites) that offer training to colleges and school districts in the U.S.? Looking for marketing inspiration, nothing specific subject-wise.
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posted by circular
on Jan 12, 2012 -
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Interested in many things, experienced in none. I want to change my career, but how do I figure out which way to go?
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posted by Metroid Baby
on Dec 30, 2011 -
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I'm getting a new puppy next week and need some suggestions about crate training. All the overly-long special snowflake details are inside.
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posted by Bango Skank
on Dec 29, 2011 -
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Schools or asylums that trained young girls in some sort of speciality skill only to later sell them off to rich men: did they really exist? Do they still?
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posted by divabat
on Dec 27, 2011 -
28 answers
Senior managers are asking a coworker of mine to take on new responsibilities. The catch: they won't tell her exactly what those responsibilities are, or how to complete them. Is this as unreasonable as I think it is, and what can I do to help? Obviously, more inside.
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posted by psycheslamp
on Dec 19, 2011 -
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My dog is very active. I like to jog long distances. When we run on the lead he pulls and gets distracted by wildlife. Is there a better lead solution? Personal electric fence? How can I get him to run by my side? Must he be condemned to a mostly sedentary lifestyle? He is a Pointer.
posted by zaebiz
on Dec 8, 2011 -
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One of our office cleaning staff asked me if there are easy ways to learn how to use a computer. This totally threw me - I've a ton of experience about self-paced programming, stats, GIS, etc. - but no clue what to suggest for actually getting to grips for the first time with Windows, safe web browsing and so on. Wrinkle - it has to be free, Windows 7-based, and online - this isn't a paradox, she can open IE and navigate to a webpage.
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posted by cromagnon
on Nov 30, 2011 -
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Best resources for swim training? Looking for books, videos, etc, that provide drills and training programs for solo workouts.
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posted by Cool Papa Bell
on Nov 23, 2011 -
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Professional Training Provision. How cam my organisation identify and provide for training at two separate sites?
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posted by biffa
on Nov 23, 2011 -
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I want to walk a half marathon. My city's marathon is next fall, so I have plenty of time to get ready. I found various training plans online that range from 12-16 weeks, but that's really not what my question is about. I'm wondering, since I have almost a year till then, what should I do be doing now? Does it matter? I'm in good health but haven't exercised consistently lately. Also, general walking-a-half advice is very welcome!
posted by trillian
on Nov 22, 2011 -
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I love my dog Buddy, and he loves me. He loves everyone, really. But starting a few weeks ago he has become very vocally NEEDY. He will not stop whining, and it's driving us batty. Can you dog-trainer-types out there help me figure out how to help him chill out?
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posted by That's Numberwang!
on Nov 21, 2011 -
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I just signed up for a 5K on Dec. 3. I'm certainly not ready to RUN 3.1 miles, so I'm going to walk it (and the event is called a run/walk, so it is a walker-friendly race, at least). What kind of training can I do before then to do my best that day, since there's barely any time left? I'm at a healthy weight and in OK shape but usually only exercise one or two times a week. I'd like my time to be under one hour, if possible. Tips? (Bonus question: are most 5Ks walker-friendly?)
posted by trillian
on Nov 9, 2011 -
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I have questions about the amount of training a professional should get, and how the training and the time spent on training is compensated.
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posted by garlic
on Nov 7, 2011 -
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I'm looking for software companies that do 1) aptitude-based hiring and 2) on-the-job training: "If you pass a (often language-agnostic) programming test, in addition to in-person interviews, maybe a code review, etc., we will train you for your job." What companies in the Chicago area follow this model?
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posted by zeek321
on Nov 5, 2011 -
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Our 11-month old Black Lab is very badly behaved. Please suggest ways that we can deal with out-of-control biting and other bad habits.
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posted by jschu
on Nov 4, 2011 -
33 answers
I have an 'opportunity' to get training in a business that has the slight whiff of MLM, but seems to have some legit parts too. Should I give it a shot?
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posted by Lot's ex-girlfriend
on Oct 25, 2011 -
13 answers
I need help getting over some complicated feelings of homesickness and guilt regarding a recent international move. More details within.
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posted by msali
on Oct 22, 2011 -
21 answers
As a Canadian, is it possible for me to join something like the Army where I can learn and do all kinds of cool stuff (like what you see in all the commercials) without having to do the unpleasant business of killing people and whatnot?
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posted by dino terror
on Oct 20, 2011 -
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Kitten filter: My wife's new kitten (he is 4 months old now) seems to be going through a biting phase. He especially likes biting hands and arms. We try to spray him with water and say "no biting." Will this be enough to train him not to bite, or is there something else we should be doing? Thank you!
posted by Equiprimordial
on Oct 18, 2011 -
32 answers
I wake up in the morning at 6am and walk 2km (1.2 miles) to the gym and back five days a week. My workouts last 45 minutes and are aimed at sculpting, working on a body part per day (back, shoulders, chest, arms and legs). I weigh 100kg (220 pounds) and am 180cm (5.9 feet). I want to weigh 85kg (185 pounds). What and when should I eat to loose weight and gain maximum muscle mass? and how long should it take for me to loose this weight?
I work from home as a software developer and sit on my ass all day so I don't get any more exercise than that...
posted by Bacillus
on Oct 11, 2011 -
21 answers
How can I house break a 6-year-old rescued scent hound when I live in a condo with shared corridors and an elevator?
After searching many rescue listings, I have found a cute dog that seems to be a good fit for me according to the adoption counselors. I plan to meet the dog this weekend and take her home early next week if all works as planned.
The rescue agency told me that she doesn't like pooping on leash, but will urinate on leash. They
think she'll be OK with the shared corridors and elevator. I'm mainly worried that she will make a mess in these common areas as I don't want to upset my neighbors. It is my understand that she will poop in the house at times because she doesn't understanding the concept of pooping on leash.
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posted by parakeetdog
on Sep 30, 2011 -
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I have a new chihuahua puppy who is a bit too aggressive and not sure how to train it out of him. Details inside, advice needed.
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posted by arniec
on Sep 19, 2011 -
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I'm adopting a Border Collie puppy in two months. I want to take a different approach to training this time - no hitting or swatting. What books and other resources can I get now to teach myself the proper way to do this?
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posted by Pericardium
on Sep 13, 2011 -
24 answers
Using a "Jeopardy" concept for an internal training video. Swimming in murky legal waters?
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posted by smelvis
on Sep 13, 2011 -
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Professional etiquette: I think "free informational webinars" are a waste of time. My supervisor frequently recommends that we attend one or another. Do I look insubordinate or unambitious if I speak my mind?
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posted by trunk muffins
on Sep 7, 2011 -
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Need recommendation for very good PMP classes in the NY/NJ area?
My company will foot the bill. Please outline why you think the classes that you are recommending are good. Thanks in advance
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posted by r2d2
on Sep 6, 2011 -
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Where in DC can I find good training course series about managing a department within a non-profit?
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posted by metajc
on Sep 5, 2011 -
6 answers
I'm thinking about training as a massage therapist. Local options seem to boil down to Soma or Cortiva Institute, and I need help choosing!
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posted by longtime_lurker
on Aug 17, 2011 -
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We adopted a dog this morning and he still hadn't peed. How concerned should we be? New dog owners need reassurance! :)
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posted by rossination
on Aug 6, 2011 -
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My dog Duffy is very smart and even though he's pretty old he learns new things fast, so I am doing an experiment with him and I am finding his failure to pick up the trigger puzzling. He discerns the most subtle cues from others when he's trying to decide what to do next, so I wonder how this isn't working.
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posted by jet_silver
on Aug 2, 2011 -
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When should I tell my [part-time, food-service] employer that I'll be needing three months off because my husband will be away on work? I have to stay home and care for our toddler. Difficultiy: still on trainee-probation.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 1, 2011 -
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