Title: Explain the cost of education and/or training.
Course: Career Investigations (19258-9) > Section: Exploring Career Plan Options and Possible Destinations

Explanation should include

- understanding the investment needed for different education and/or training options, in terms of time and funds
- exploring ways to fund education and/or training, along with the advantages and disadvantages of each
  - personal funds
  - scholarships (e.g., athletic, academic, need-based)
  - grants (e.g., Pell, TEACH, military)
  - student loans
- using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility for student aid.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How might you pay for the cost of your future education and/or training?
- How often must a FAFSA be completed?
- What sources of college funding do not require repayment? What types of opportunities and resources offer student loan forgiveness?
- How much time will you need to invest in training and education for your career of interest?
- How much money will you need to invest in training and education for your career of interest?
- Beyond tuition and fees, what other financial costs should you anticipate?
- How much financial aid might you expect for training and education for your career of interest?
- How would you fund your training or education for your career of interest?
- Why is there national concern surrounding current levels of student debt?

Teacher Resources:

- Federal Work Study
- Federal Grant Programs
- Scholarships
- Financial Aid, Virginia Education Wizard