Why Getting Rejected Isn’t the End of the World

It’s that time of year again: acceptance letters are coming in the mail, students are gearing up for summer vacation and the weather is improving. For many students, the key to relaxation this summer is having a plan for September, and if you are one of the many who applied to university you should be anticipating that fate-deciding-letter in the mail any day now. But what happens if you don’t get into your first choice school?

It just so happens that you’re not doomed! If you had planned on continuing in the world of academia, perhaps it’s worth a second thought. In British Columbia in particular, the job market is actually increasing for jobs within the trades like construction and hospitality. And guess what? The education you’re going to need to get those jobs comes from a vocational school, not a university.

Let me provide you with a few stats to put this into perspective for you: according to Work BC, a drafting technician in B.C. earns an average annual wage of $47,205 working full-time with the estimated demand for workers at 8,200. An event planner can earn roughly $50,933 a year, with anticipated job openings in that field growing for 2013.

Going to vocational schools like Brighton College can provide you with an advantage. You get to enter the job market with more knowledge than your inexperienced competitors and you’re more likely to have the chance to advance faster in your field.

Consider looking into vocational schools in your area. They typically offer shorter term diplomas and certificates which mean you can start earning money in a career you might not have realized is for you! For more information on Brighton College visit us at www.brightoncollege.com!