Post-grad Opportunities

Believe it or not, degrees in the liberal arts can actually make it easier to land a job. Each major within the School of Arts & Sciences carries with it a unique list of skill sets that more and more employers are saying they want. Across industries, employers look for a combination of skills, interests and values that match their own. 

Prepared for Anything

Most students who minor in education are planning on careers in the classroom, and perhaps ultimately educational administration. Plenty of students, however, take education courses without having made a definite decision to become a teacher. Education courses teach you valuable skills you can apply to any career, especially if you’ve chosen a major about which you’re passionate.

Skills You Will Gain as an Education Minor

• Working under pressure
• Meeting deadlines
• Ability to motivate others
• Working autonomously
• Communication through speaking and writing
  

Get Out There

Remember, it’s never too early to visit the Career Development Center. Exploring how your skills, experiences, interests and values can influence your career choices is something you can do from your first year at Richmond through your fourth and beyond. Whether you are searching for that first job , exploring graduate school options, or considering something unique like a bridge experience or fellowship, the CDC can help you get there.