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Job Search And Career Exploration
Gracey talks to a histologist at Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute and learns about the study of cells and tissues of plants and animals. She then visits an eye doctor and learns about the scope of practice performed by optometrists, ophthalmologists and opticians. She meets with a medical examiner at a county morgue to learn about the medical subspecialty of forensic pathology and the role it plays in solving crime.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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Gracey visits the musical director at St. James Cathedral and learns about her duties overseeing the music for all the services and choirs, as well as playing the organ. Shawn talks with the executive director of Orlando Venues and learns what goes into coordinating big arena concerts and sporting events. Executive chef at the Orlando Marriott Center manages the kitchen, coordinates catering and contributes to the identity of the hotel by developing an original menu.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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Shawn visits an entrepreneur who started her own jewelry beading business from the comfort of her home. Then the owner of Goldsmith Jewelry takes Shawn through the process of jewelry production, from casting to stone setting. At the Reunion Resort, Shawn meets the vice president of Weller Pools and learns what it takes to engineer and install a water park or luxury resort pool.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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Shawn learns about traits of a successful salesperson and business-to-business sales from the marketing senior accountant at Enterprise Holdings. Gracey meets a senior vice president of Oracle, a company that designs software and hardware for hundreds of thousands of businesses worldwide. A promotional consultant and co-founder of a printing and engraving shop talks about the advertising services and promotional products they provide to their customers.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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Gracey visited the Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute to learn about the careers of a medical chemist and a biochemist, who work on developing and testing medication for, among other diseases, diabetes. She also pays a visit to the vice president of technical affairs and the vice president of engineering at Formulated Solutions to learn about the development of certain materials and products, like lotion, their manufacturing process, testing and packaging.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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Ever dream of driving a train? Shawn met the manager, of operating rules at an Amtrak station to learn what it's really like to be a train engineer, coordinate customer training and service and ensure safety on the railroad. He then joins a certified flight instructor with Air Orlando and tests out a flight simulator used to train pilots. Then the executive for the Orlando Magic NBA team has a story to tell about overcoming hardships of life and reaching your goals.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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If something is not quite right with our feet, it could impact the way we walk or cause pain in the lower back, hips and ankles. Shawn visits a certified pedorthist (footwear specialist) and co-owner of Footwear by Design to learn about her practice. If you've broken a bone or suffer from a serious sports injury, an orthopedic surgeon can prescribe medication, physical therapy or perform surgery. Gracey meets the chief of staff at Oasis Hospital and learns what separates this medical specialization from the rest. Athletic trainer at the University of Central Florida shares what qualifications are required for certification. An orthodontist describes what goes into a career of correcting bite problems and restoring people's smiles.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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The director of Harry P. Leu Gardens shares how the study of horticulture can lead to a career in landscaping, conservation and working outdoors every day. Putting together exhibits and enriching programs at a museum takes extensive expertise. Gracey visits theDali Museum and speaks with the curator of education about this process. The director of facilities tells her what goes into maintaining a public building like the museum, managing the staff, keeping utilities functional, exhibit floors clean and grounds secure.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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How does the Red Cross get the word out to the public about the urgent needs of people in disaster areas? Chief public relations officer at the American Red Cross Mid-Florida region answers that question. Shawn meets a lobbyist and managing partner of Southern Strategy Group to learn how lobbyists get laws passed to benefit a particular cause of special interest group. Gracey learns that an interpreter and a translator are two separate careers and meets a woman who combines her multilingual public speaking and writing skills to do both.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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Gracey visits a stunt coordinator on a Movie set and learns who thinks up, directs, films and performs the death-defying stunts for action movies. She then speaks with the owner of the Crawford Group and learns about the many aspects of a career as a TV producer. An intern for the sports radio station at University of Florida tells Shawn about the benefits and requirements if interning in the fields of journalism and media.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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Gracey meets the cofounder of Rocky's Retreat Canine Health and Fitness Center and learns how alternative therapy methods such as aquatherapy, acupressure and massage can be used to help pets recover from surgery, trauma or illness. A veterinary technician supervisor at Sanlando Springs Animal Hospital tells Shawn of the cases they get, the training to become a vet and the rewards of bringing animals back to health. Gracey meets the head instructor at Freedom Ride and discovers that therapeutic horseback riding and hippotherapy are beneficial to children and adults with many types of physical, emotional and learning disabilities. Then, an entomologist specializing in bees, wasps and ants, explains the importance of bees for the agricultural industries and the certifications required to become a beekeeper.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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Gracey speaks with a school psychologist who helps students overcome obstacles like learning disabilities or family problems to achieve their potential. A virtual teacher describes the perks and benefits of virtual instruction. Coping with serious illness or death in the family can be devastating for a child. A child life specialist at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children shows how she uses play therapy and other techniques to help her patients get through the dark events in their lives.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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Shawn learns what goes into transforming an idea for a story or a drawing into a published children's book. He then meets an implementation business analyst and learns that a business analyst investigates business systems and suggests ways of improving their efficiency. With so much new technology and gadgetry on the market, there is a need for clear instructions, technical proposals and user manuals. Gracey meets a technical writer with Sungard Public Sector and learns about her experience in writing these documents.
DVD / 2013 / (Senior High - College) / 24 minutes
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It's true that a jobseeker needs to stand out from the crowd - but there are good and bad ways to do that! Having all the right credentials and experience doesn't count for much if a candidate comes off as unprepared, unmotivated, and unprofessional in an interview. This video shows how to avoid that fate with concrete advice from experts, eye-catching graphics that reinforce core concepts, and clear-cut dramatizations that illustrate interview dos and don'ts. For newcomers to the job market, a firm grasp of the "don'ts" definitely comes in handy - after all, young people may not realize they should turn off their cell phones before an interview or refrain from asking too early about the position's salary. From tips on ensuring punctuality to strategies for giving the most positive, team-oriented impression possible, this is a first-rate informational resource for employment counseling and business education.
DVD / 2012 / 25 minutes
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For anyone who thinks "disabled" means "unemployable," this video quickly dispels that myth and shows how to begin the job-hunting process by identifying skills, strengths, and interests. Viewers are provided with a basic explanation of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its guarantees of equal opportunity, as well as an overview of the kinds of companies and organizations that often take the lead in hiring disabled applicants. Other major topics include creating a self-assessment or profile of talents and abilities, setting up informational interviews, developing online and personal networks, and examining the possibilities of self-employment.
DVD / 2012 / 27 minutes
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Job interviews are stressful for everybody, and maybe even more so for people with disabilities. But they don't have to be. This video shows how to turn an interview into a self-selling opportunity that focuses on what a disabled candidate can do, no matter how obvious his or her physical limitations might be. Offering detailed pointers on preparing for an interview, including ways to project confidence and a positive attitude, the program also suggests approaching an interview as a chance to dispel stereotypes and improve a prospective employer's understanding of disabilities. Ways to respond effectively to frequently asked questions - some appropriate, some illegal, all of them challenging - are presented along with a helpful discussion of how to follow up after an interview.
DVD / 2012 / 28 minutes
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A resume must be impressive. But for people with disabilities, there's always an extra concern. At what stage of the process should the disability be mentioned - in the resume? On an application? Is it better to wait until a face-to-face interview? While there's no easy answer, this video helps job seekers sift through the many challenges and decisions of completing resumes, cover letters, references, and applications. Illustrating the differences between chronological, functional, and combination resumes, as well as the specific uses of a targeted resume, the program explains why a candidate with a disability might choose one type or another and explores ways to submit an application package that is positive, professional, and proactive.
DVD / 2012 / 23 minutes
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How should you balance social media and your job? What's the best way to ask for a raise? Who should pick up the tab for a business lunch? In this program, both business experts and a focus group of young professionals advise viewers on the proper way to conduct themselves in different types of work-related situations. Among the many topics covered are nonverbal communication and "personal space," handling dissatisfied callers, when and how to interrupt a busy colleague, composing professional emails, asking for a raise, and managing time effectively. The focus group also offers tips and anecdotes on what not to do at work.
DVD / 2012 / 25 minutes
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Being well dressed is only one part of presenting a good workplace image...what if you've done your best to maintain fast-track skills and are then asked to perform a menial task? This program guides viewers through a breakdown of just what constitutes career-appropriate demeanor. With an emphasis on having a good attitude, the video discusses handling mistakes, determining dress codes, staying abreast of industry trends, workspace appearance, and even kitchen etiquette. A list of specific - and learnable - leadership qualities is provided, while a group of young professionals recounts anecdotes of workplace successes and mistakes throughout.
DVD / 2012 / 25 minutes
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Because career success can depend just as much on getting along with colleagues as it does on job knowledge, this program addresses the issues that most frequently come up when working in groups. Through input from human resources reps, viewers learn how to handle conflict, gossip, and office politics, determine the types of information that should and should not be shared with their supervisors, and understand their organization's chain of command. The video also covers in-office and virtual meetings (where to sit, what to say, conversational protocol), taking time off, ethics, bullying, and harassment; and a group of young professionals share examples of bad behavior in meetings.
DVD / 2012 / 25 minutes
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Lasers, robotics, computerized design and drafting - are we talking about what goes on at NASA? A particle physics lab? The kind of place that requires a Ph.D. on your resume? No, this is what students can expect to get involved in after only two years of training for a career in advanced manufacturing or applied engineering technology. Tony Girafalco, executive vice-president of the Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center in Pennsylvania, describes the opportunities a job seeker can look forward to and how to take advantage of them. Viewers will also draw inspiration from three in-the-field success stories. Alan is an advanced machinist and programmer for The Rodon Group after becoming a certified tool and die maker. Anthony, a 3D CAD draftsperson for Southco, earned an associates degree in mechanical engineering technology. And Ian, after earning his associates degree, became an electronics engineering technician at Nielson Kellerman.
DVD / 2012 / 20 minutes
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Jim runs the quality control lab at David Michael & Company, a food flavoring manufacturer. Aliah is a biomedical research technician at The Wistar Institute, a cancer research center in Philadelphia. And Tony, a production mechanic at New Jersey American Water, is the third featured case study in this exploration of applied science and technology jobs. What do all three have in common? They landed their well-paid, technically challenging positions after only two years of instruction - Jim, through an associates degree study track; Aliah, a biomedical research technician training program; and Tony, a water treatment licensing course following nine years in the Navy. Viewers also meet Kevin Lampe, assistant professor of Biotechnology and Program Coordinator at Montgomery County Community College in Pennsylvania. Lampe extols the hands-on laboratory skill training that enabled each worker to move straight from his or her schooling into the labor force.
DVD / 2012 / 20 minutes
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Anyone who thinks "just working with computers" is the sole focus of the IT industry should realize that working with people is also a major requirement - and a major reward. So says Eric Wellington, dean of the Business and Computer Information System school at Pennsylvania's Delaware County Community College. Wellington offers helpful insight throughout this look at the vocational side of the IT industry, which also features profiles of three IT workers who make comfortable livings after only two years of higher education. Viewers meet Bob, a help desk administrator for Swiss Farms, an innovative retail company; Mike, a system administrator for AWeber Communications; and Joe, a network engineer for Sungard Availability Services. Each describes the job search path that led to a position with professional, emotional, and financial rewards. Their managers and coworkers also provide input.
DVD / 2012 / 20 minutes
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As executive director of the Life Science Career Alliance, Colleen Hamilton believes that working in health care can "really change people's lives." And although she's well aware of the industry's challenges, Hamilton firmly believes that you don't have to be a doctor or a college-educated researcher to find success in the medical field. This program explores the high-tech side of working in the industry, showing that health care technology jobs are not only fulfilling but also lucrative and challenging. Case studies feature Randy, a certified biomedical equipment technician (or CBET) at New Jersey's Deborah Heart and Lung Center, as well as Luz, a surgical technologist, and Steve, a cath lab technician - both of whom work for Philadelphia's Hahnemann University Hospital. These employees and their coworkers describe the job searches they went through and the professional, emotional, and financial rewards that come from what they do.
DVD / 2012 / 20 minutes
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