Professional Prep for Higher Education Practitioners
In this @BreakDrink episode Laura is joined by guest co-host Paul Eaton (@profpeaton) to talk about higher education and students affairs profession, specifically the preparation into entering the field of work. This conversation was initiated based on a chat we had on professional prep, in terms of certifications, masters degree programs, continued learning programs, apprenticeship models, or on-the-job experience, as you seek out an administrative or professional career working at a college or university (in a non-faculty role).
Show Notes
Professional Prep for Higher Education Practitioners
In this
@BreakDrink episode Laura is joined by guest co-host Paul Eaton (
@profpeaton) to talk about higher education and students affairs profession, specifically the preparation into entering the field of work. This conversation was initiated based on a chat we had on professional prep, in terms of certifications, masters degree programs, continued learning programs, apprenticeship models, or on-the-job experience, as you seek out an administrative or professional career working at a college or university (in a non-faculty role). We shared a bit about our career pathways into student affairs and academic advising in Canada and the United States, and then dig into the value and purpose of continued education credentials and more about the value of gaining competency through hands-on, work experience in the field.
If you are considering a career in student affairs, academic advising, or another professional student support or student development role, here are some resources we shared during this podcast:
-School Counseling (K-12)
It turns out -- we have no answers. We just have more questions. What questions do you have about professional preparation for higher education educators, professionals, and practitioners? Do we need certifications, masters degrees, experiential learning or a combination of these? How did you prepare for the job you currently have at your college or university? And to discuss later, do you really need a terminal degree for some of these administrative positions in higher education? Or would you like to discuss a related issue in higher ed? Let us know!
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