1. Ms. Krista Richardson Director of Career Development
Rhodes State College
Ms. Krista Richardson
Director of Career Development

2. Campus Map

3. Three (3) Divisions Over 90 programs, majors and certificates
Arts & Sciences
Business, Technology & Public Service
Health Sciences

4. Arts & Sciences Associate of Arts Degree Associate of Science Degree
Transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree w/ a liberal arts emphasis at a four-year college or university
Prepares students for continued studies in communication, English, history, psychology, sociology, and more!
Associate of Science Degree
Transfer and complete a Bachelor of Science degree at a four-year college or university
Prepares students for continued studies in mathematics and sciences!

5. Business, Technology & Public Service
List of Majors
Accounting Major
Executive Administrative Assistant
Medical Administrative Assistant
Culinary Arts
Business Administration Major
Marketing Major
Human Resource Major
Concrete Technology
Digital Media Technology
Network Security
Operations Excellence Technology
Web Programming/ Computer Programming
Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Electronic Engineering Technology
Law Enforcement Major
Corrections Major
Early Childhood Education Major
Human Service Major
Paralegal/Legal Assisting

6. Health Sciences Dental Hygiene Emergency Medical Services
Exercise Science
Medical Assisting
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Physical Therapist Assistant
Radiographic Imaging (Radiography)
Respiratory Care
Veterinary Technology
Nursing (LPN/RN)

7. In-Demand Occupations by Wages (Source: OhioMeansJobs.com)
Occupational Title
Starting Wage
Rhodes State Major
Dental Hygienists
$54,420
Dental Hygiene
Occupational Therapy Assistants
$46,710
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Physical Therapists Assistants
$43,960
Physical Therapist Assistant
Respiratory Therapists
$43,200
Respiratory Care
Radiologic Technologists
$41,140
Radiographic Imaging (Radiography)
Electrical Engineering Technologists
$38,820
Electronic Engineering Technology
Manufacturing Production Technicians
Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Electro-Mechanical Technicians
$38,720
Electronic Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology

8. In-Demand Occupations by Wages (Source: OhioMeansJobs.com)
Occupational Title
Starting Wage
Rhodes State Major
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians
$38,120
Electronic Engineering Technology
Mechanical Drafters
$36,840
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Computer Network Support Specialists
$36,160
Network Security
Web Developers
$36,120
Web Programming/Computer Programming
Mechanical Engineering Technicians
$36,050
Paralegal and Legal Assistants
$30,280
Paralegal/Legal Assisting
Human Resources Assis., ex. Payroll & Timekp
$28,100
Human Resource
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
$26,050
Veterinary Technology

9. In-Demand Occupations by Opening (Source: OhioMeansJobs.com)
Occupational Title
Annual Job Openings
Physical Therapists Assistants
339
Dental Hygienists
259
Radiologic Technologists
Paralegal and Legal Assistants
221
Web Developers
205
Respiratory Therapists
194
Occupational Therapy Assistants
177
Computer Network Support Specialists
148
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians 98

10. In-Demand Occupations by Opening (Source: OhioMeansJobs.com)
Occupational Title
Annual Job Openings
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians 89
Electrical Engineering Technologists
Manufacturing Production Technicians
Mechanical Engineering Technicians 69
Human Resources Assis., ex. Payroll & Timekp 56
Mechanical Drafters 36
Electro-Mechanical Technicians 15

11. Career Development
Introduced to prospective and new students at open house events, New Student Orientation, and Welcome Day
Incorporated into First Year Experience Course
Invited to general education and program capstone courses to present on cover letters, resumes, interviewing, and the job search process
Host a Fall Job & Internship Fair and a Spring Job & Internship Fair (97 employers attended Fall 2018) for students and alumni
Host a two-day Mock Interview Days event w/ employers
Offer one-on-one appointments w/ students and alumni (no expiration)
Maintain an online job board and resume referral service

12. First Year Experience; SDE 1010
Required career exploration assignments
Scavenger hunt to locate Career Development Office
Complete the “Work Interest Assessment” in Focus2, major exploration and career planning software for college students
Complete the “Personality Assessment” in Focus2
Complete “Occupational Exploration Worksheet” to better understand the required of desired occupation upon graduation
Resources: Occupational Outlook Handbook, O*NET OnLine, and What Can I Do With This Major?

13. Hands-on Classroom Experience
Basic Peace Officer Academy
Cadaver Lab
Dental Hygiene Clinic
Indoor Ambulance Training Lab (built to spec) for Emergency Medical Services Majors
Indoor Jail Cell Training Lab for Law Enforcement and Corrections Majors
Nursing Simulation Lab w/ High-Fidelity (computerized) Patient Simulator (mannequin)
On Campus Child Care Center (Practicum site for Early Childhood Education Majors
Specialized Program Labs for Allied Health and Engineering Technology Majors

14. Experiential Learning Cooperative Education/ Internships
Clinical
Field Experience
Fieldwork
Observation Hours
Practicum

15. Student Services & FUN! Academic Success Center (Tutoring)
Accommodative Services
Athletic Programs
Bookstore
Career Development
Child Care
Computer Labs w/ Printers
Dental Hygiene Clinic
Food Services
Intramural and Recreational Programs
Library
Student Engagement & Activities
Testing Center

16. Contact Information
Krista Richardson Director of Career Development Public Service Building, Suite 150 Rhodes State College 4240 Campus Drive Lima, Ohio (419)