Well I am currently attending a community college and about to graduate and have no clue what do major in?? I was taking classes for pre-med but even though I got A's in my classes, i didnt care for it so I stopped taking classes for pre-med... I am so cofused on what to do with my major.. I was thinking of becoming a college professor and maybe majoring in Spanish since I speak it fluently and am also really good at the grammar part of it, but am not sure if thats a good career. Would I have to get a masters in order to teach at the college level? Please help, I am so lost with this.I just would like some advice from people who have been in this position. What are some good majors??.... Just for extra info, I currently have a 3.7 gpa and do pretty good in college..
Thanks
2007-01-25 08:17:26 · 9 answers · asked by welling1987 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
A few things I'd recommend to you is to:
1) Brainstorm for sometime what your strengths really are. I.e. Are you a people person? Do you like challenges? Do you like finance? science? business? being creative? Do you like working with your hands? Also think about what your hobbies are and what habits, hobbies, reading subjects, and things you do in your own time. I'd recommend focusing on your strengths and surrounding yourself with people who compliment your weaknesses.
2) Stop by the career center for ideas (look at anything that interests you, don't worry if you don't come out with a clear answer quickly)
3) Visit a large bookstore like Borders and research a few of the more prominent becoming a ___ guides to learn more about other peoples experiences and the educational and work requirements they needed to get where they are
4) Take electives in other fields to gain exposure in other areas and to meet new people in those areas. While in the classes see if there are opportunities for volunteering and/or doing field trips to visit i.e. the courts (if you were interested in the law and wanted to learn more about what certain attorneys really do).
5) As you increase your exposure and understanding of what you are passionate about you will gain greater understanding about yourself. Try interning eventually in different fields to see the "day in a life of a ____".
6) Think outside of the box! By this I mean try not to think I must have a good major to get a good job/career. The average time is five years to graduate so don't rush, stay focused but don't rush yourself into a major. Good grades do not equal good careers and/or knowing what you are best suited for in life. So remember it is the culmination of skills, mature mindset, networking, and experiences amassed during undergrad that really distinguish you from your collegues.
7) Lastly take the time to read the book, "What Color is My Parachute?" (see link) so you can expand your options and consider things you probably have not thought of yet. Good luck.
2007-01-25 08:40:48 · answer #1 · answered by momo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Forget about being a teacher. Go where the money is. If you are good at spanish, learn some business. Put the two together. Lots of companies need business and marketing professionals who are bilingual. You may have to relocate, but it's a big world, so go see some of it. Since NAFTA and CAFTA went into effect, many businesses have expanded into Mexico and Central and South America. Get in on it.
2007-01-25 10:23:40 · answer #2 · answered by swcasper2001 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Majoring or minoring in Spanish is a great idea. I've seen so many jobs out there looking for bilingual candidates and they pay very well. You have to think not only what you enjoy doing and what you are good at but also what your choices will bring you in the future. Job market, job security, decent pay, benefits...Don't worry, you are already on the right track.
2007-01-25 08:28:29 · answer #3 · answered by Summer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To teach, you either need teaching licensure or a graduate level degree. Really only you can figure out what you should do. It's likely that your community college has a career devleopment center or an academic advising center. Check out those. I would also suggest taking a Meyers-Briggs test and an SSI.
2007-01-25 08:26:34 · answer #4 · answered by Eudaimon 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start soul searching and read, read, read, below are a couple of recommendations:
What Color is Your Parachute by Bolles
48 Days to the Work You Love by Miller
And go to your career office at the CC and ask for some career testing, they should have them and beable to give you aptitude tests to see what is a good fit for your interests.
Good Luck!
2007-01-25 08:24:16 · answer #5 · answered by mldjay 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in order to teach at a college, most of them require at least a masters degree with at least 18 hours of content courses. In other words, if you were to persue your bachelors in spanish, then get a masters in education in order to become a teacher in a high school, you would have to take additional classes in Spanish as well as education classes in order to be able to take both.
2007-01-25 08:28:03 · answer #6 · answered by msdeville96 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
with your obvious intelligence you will do fine how about pharmacy school since you do not enjoy pre med or there are any number of fields you also could check with a guidance counseler some one that knows what he or she is doing again you will do fine just push on through and do not give up or sell your self short you have talent and make sure that you take advantage of it! good luck
2007-01-25 08:32:58 · answer #7 · answered by ken j 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Professors get paid good money, but you'll have to get your Masters. I got my business degree, but it's really not in my heart. So my cousin asked me what do I love that I would do for free (even though I won't). Maybe that's what you should do, think about something you really love that's in your heart and major in it.
2007-01-25 08:24:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should get a big stash-o-mary and drive out into the country and just smoke it until it comes to you. Friends/music/instruments help.
2007-01-25 08:23:13 · answer #9 · answered by karl m 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋