Virtual Training for Finding The Career of Your Dreams

“...some day, training for every job in the world will be available on the Internet.”
Cisco Systems commercial, circa 2004

Are we there yet? Not quite. But today, now, you can prepare yourself for the career of your dreams. In the world’s most dynamic and exciting fields. With or without a college degree.

Welcome to the “Skills Economy” where it’s all about your skills

We are surrounded by knowledge. We lack applicable skills.

Knowledge is everywhere. You cannot get away from it. Think of the most obscure historical, scientific, or metaphysical idea or fact and you can find it with a simple, well-constructed Google search.

Consequently, beyond a certain foundation of “basics” most of us do not need more knowledge. But the great career, work and entreprenurial opportunities of tomorrow will demand skills. Serious skills.

Preparing for tomorrow’s careers today

Biotechnology

The Age of Science has begun. Breakthroughs in medicine, agriculture, nutrition and even industry are emerging from the world of the biosciences. Many of the leading innovations of the next generation will come from the sciences. Didn’t pay attention in 8th grade science class? Don’t worry. You can catch up. Fast.

Design Technology

It is of course a proverb that all design, development and engineering work is done digitally today. Those who are able to use digital tools to “create” structures, products and items literally bring ideas to life. In architecture, product development and spatial design, those who can use 3d tools to render a concept are in high demand now, and will be for a long time into the future.

Entertainment and Media

Far beyond “the movies” and “show business” the technologies used to create entertainment and media, including video, animation, and storytelling, are finding applications in business, training and education, law enforcement and science. It is an incredibly exciting time to be learning the skills and techologies of the media age.

Manufacturing, Logistics and Distribution

There is a wide perception that all manufacturing jobs are now performed by low-paid workers in sweatshops, working in countries that lack decent labor laws. Nearly nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, manufacturing has become an incredibly sophisticated and high-tech activity everywhere in the world. The real truth is that manufacturers have a terrible time finding people with the skills to operate their very sophisticated equipment and facilities. Those who understand digital manufacturing, lean processes, and high-level management have unprecedented opportunities for manufacturing careers.

Information Science and Informatics

Organizing and managing information are among the most important skills in our economy. Beyond information technology, databases, programming and other typical computer-oriented fields, information science and informatics  involve creating and managing information so that it can be easily and efficiently accessed. If you are a person with a logical mind, given to organized and clear thinking, there is an entirely new field called “informatics” opening before you.

Environmental Innovations

Long promised by social philosophers and scientists, the “Green Age” has finally begun. Environmental innovations in building, automotive, energy and many other industries have begun to offer hope that our social consciousness about preserving the environment will pay real dividends. The fascinating world of environmentally-friendly careers is just beginning to open. Learn the skills now, and they’ll pay off for years into the future.

Energy Production and Distribution

Our world runs on energy: petroleum, electrical, and others more exotic. Energy is, literally, the motive power of all civilization. Producing and distributing energy products is among the world’s biggest businesses, and probably always will be. Increasingly, finding, extracting, and converting raw materials into a consumable form are technological practices requiring highly specialized skills. Those who possess such skills open themselves up to exciting global careers in a variety of companies and projects.

Forensics and Law Enforcement

Far beyond the idealized world of “CSI” law enforcement, business and government have come to increasingly rely on forensics--the trace evidences of earlier activity--to solve crimes, resolve problems, and preserve freedoms. Highly sophisticated software applications combine with science and logic to create outstanding career opportunities for skilled operators.

Health and Wellness

Among the US Labor Department’s top jobs for the future, at least 3 featured health or medical careers that do not require a formal college degree. As the shortage of medical care workers becomes more accute, expect that number to increase, as employers look for people who have the skills to care for patients (human and animal), whether they possess a college degree or not. Beyond that, we are experiencing an explosion of natural health practitioners, as people become more and more aware it’s not up to the medical establishment to maintain their health. It’s up to them.

The new career success formula: Identify Emerging Skills, Learn Fast, and Join Innovative Projects

With or without a college degree, the skills we feature will put you on the cutting edge of the new economy. For the rest of our lives, your skills will determine your success.

We’ll help you identify emerging skills. You must put yourself in a frame of mind to learn constantly. The ability to learn a new skill, integrate it into your personal library of abilities, and apply it to some worthy project will be the best indicator of your success.

We pledge to work hard to bring you information that will help you learn fast. “Fast” can mean “speedy” or it can mean “solid” (as in, the boat was stuck “fast” in the sand bar). You need to learn quickly. And you need to learn a solid base of skills that will act as your platform for learning even more.in the future. Our work is to find and present you with learning programs and opportunities to do just that.

Finally, don’t be afraid of the “degree required” sign on the door (or in the ad). Most employers, project leaders, and entrepreneurial opportunities depend on you to get the job done. The world of work is changing. Fast. If an employer misses the opportunity to work with you because you don’t have letters behind your name, that is their loss, not yours. Your skills will make you valuable. Your dedication and your attitude--of learning, of innovating, or making a contribution, of growing--will make you priceless.

It’s an incredible time to be alive in a robust and fast-changing world. Enjoy the adventure.