The Education, Non-Profit & Human Services Career Community is geared towards providing resources and tools to those interested in working within the education, non-profit and human services sectors.  These industries, often referred to as “Helping professions” provide various settings for employment. Learn about academic requirements, internships, student organizations and other ways to help provide you with a competitive edge upon entering the field.

5 In-Demand Careers in Education

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Learn about potential opportunities and the degrees needed to get there

If you are looking for a career rooted in service and are dedicated to shaping the next generation of leaders, visionaries and …

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No Work Experience? Here’s What to Highlight Instead

By: Keith Spencer, Career Expert via College Recruiter

How am I supposed to get a job when I don’t have anything to put on my resume?

It’s a common concern for college students and recent grads. If even entry-level roles …

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From One Student to Another: Here’s Why the Center for Career & Professional Development is a Game-Changer

By Olivia Petrucci, Career Ambassador 2023-2025

Coming from a recent alumni, your time here at Sacred Heart University really does fly by. While you may believe you have all the time in the world to worry about your post-graduation plans, …

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Career Outcomes

Outcome data for Sacred Heart University is obtained through the Center for Career & Professional Development, in accordance with national standards. We extend our First-Destination survey to students who have received Bachelor’s Degrees in the respective year are surveyed from the time of graduation, to 12-months following graduation.

 

  • First Destination
  • Top Employers
  • Starting Salary
  • Top Universities
  • Degree Types
  • Fields of Study

First Destination

SHU Pioneers pursue a variety of careers paths after graduation; most recent respondents indicated they are:

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