Apple and Google are looking for new ways to hire people without college degrees — but experts say college might still be your best bet for landing a high-paying tech job
Apple and Google have been making a big push into education in recent years by launching new programs that aim to teach coding and other tech-oriented skills to students and adults.
If your child is considering pursuing a different route to higher education, like a trade school, experts say the most important thing to do is ensure that it leads to job opportunities.Tech companies like Google and Apple are looking to shake up the education space by offering new programs designed to encourage the development of in-demand tech skills students may not be learning in school.
Executives from Apple and Google have also talked about why the lack of a four-year college degree isn't a deal-breaker when it comes to hiring. A four-year degree tells future employers that you have other attributes that are considered desirable, says Marc Cenedella, founder and CEO of Ladders Inc., a career advice and job search site for positions with annual salaries of at least $100,000.
"It's worth taking the time to consider who your child is, what their interests are, and what they can do with the time," Lynn Berger, a New York-based career coach and counselor that specializes in career transition, said to Business Insider. But above all else, do the legwork and make sure the course your taking will actually result in a career.
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