Taking the Road Less Traveled II Nontraditional Careers

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Taking the Road Less Traveled II Nontraditional Careers Adapted from “Taking the Road Less

Taking the Road Less Traveled II Nontraditional Careers Adapted from “Taking the Road Less Traveled ll” MAVCC

AWARENESS Definition of Nontraditional Occupation? Occupations or careers may be nontraditional based on a

AWARENESS Definition of Nontraditional Occupation? Occupations or careers may be nontraditional based on a history of gender stereotyping, segregation and discrimination in the workforce. For the purposes of this resource the term “nontraditional” is used to refer to the gender underrepresented in an occupation. Any occupation in which women or men comprise 25% or less of its total employment is considered nontraditional.

AWARENESS Examples of a Nontraditional Occupation for Women and Men Women Men

AWARENESS Examples of a Nontraditional Occupation for Women and Men Women Men

AWARENESS Why Nontraditional? Ø For women, the need for better wages is imperative given

AWARENESS Why Nontraditional? Ø For women, the need for better wages is imperative given the high poverty data regarding women and their families. Ø Workforce and economic development is critical as the need for workers across the nation exceeds the supply of trained workers available. Ø For individuals, a nontraditional occupation could be a better career fit when considering job skills, personal interests and lifestyle.

AWARENESS Why Nontraditional? Ø Average wages for the top 20 leading occupations for women

AWARENESS Why Nontraditional? Ø Average wages for the top 20 leading occupations for women and men. Women $33, 176 Annually Men $41, 496 Annually Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Household Data Annual Averages, Table 39 Median weekly earnings of full-time wage and salary workers by detailed occupation and sex. Available at www. bls. gov/cpsaat 39. pdf Ø Women’s earnings were 80% of men’s Source: Department of Labor, Women’s Bureau. Available at www. dol. gov/wb/factsheets/Qf-laborforce-07. htm

AWARENESS Roadblocks Males and Females May Experience in Nontraditional Occupations Ø Both males and

AWARENESS Roadblocks Males and Females May Experience in Nontraditional Occupations Ø Both males and females can face roadblocks when pursuing a nontraditional career. Ø Roadblocks hamper success and self-satisfaction. Ø Students are more likely to complete a program if there at least 3 -5 students of the same gender enrolled in that class.

AWARENESS Common Roadblocks for Both Males and Females Ø Social/cultural • Socialization to traditional

AWARENESS Common Roadblocks for Both Males and Females Ø Social/cultural • Socialization to traditional gender roles • Lack of support from family, friends, and classmates or coworkers • Lack of self-confidence • Lack of gender role models

AWARENESS Common Roadblocks for Both Males and Females ØOn the Job • Discrimination in

AWARENESS Common Roadblocks for Both Males and Females ØOn the Job • Discrimination in hiring, firing, promotion, layoffs • Lack of facilities to accommodate gender • Isolation and sexual harassment in the workplace • Lack of union support in some trade areas • Lack of support services such as transportation to class or child care

AWARENESS Other Roadblocks for Males Ø Social/cultural • Perception that men aren’t caring •

AWARENESS Other Roadblocks for Males Ø Social/cultural • Perception that men aren’t caring • Perception that men who choose a nontraditional career aren’t masculine • May be less opportunity for advancement Ø Salary Many nontraditional occupations for men have low salaries.

AWARENESS Other Roadblocks for Females Ø Social/cultural Many women have limited experience with tools

AWARENESS Other Roadblocks for Females Ø Social/cultural Many women have limited experience with tools and mechanical operations, so they are hesitant to enroll in a course where they feel unprepared or behind their peers. ØEducation and Training • Lack of prerequisite classes in math and science • Lack of support services for child care

AWARENESS REVIEW Ø Benefits of nontraditional occupations • • Social and economic benefits Employer

AWARENESS REVIEW Ø Benefits of nontraditional occupations • • Social and economic benefits Employer benefits Individual benefits Educator benefits

AWARENESS REVIEW Ø Roadblocks males and females may experience Males and females face many

AWARENESS REVIEW Ø Roadblocks males and females may experience Males and females face many of the same roadblocks when pursuing a career in a nontraditional occupation. Types of roadblocks include: • Social/cultural • Education and training • On the job • Salary