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.

SHU ALUMNI “VIRTUAL” CAREER DAY

On Wednesday April 29, the Center for Career and Professional Development in partnership with Alumni Relations hosted SHU Alumni “Virtual” Career Day. The all day program was filled with sessions hosted by alumni from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Each …

By Helen Boyke
Helen Boyke Director of Alumni, Veteran and Graduate Career Development
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2020 Education Resume Referral Program

In collaboration with the Farrington College of Education, the Center for Career & Professional Development intended on hosting an on-campus recruitment event, the 2020 Education Career Fair – however ultimately had to cancel due to rising health concerns in our area.  …

By Keith Hassell
Keith Hassell
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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.

 

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  • 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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