In many industries, job searching without a college degree can be especially daunting. Luckily, skills-based hiring is growing, and microcredentials, trade schools, and apprenticeships offer new avenues to meet education requirements, often faster than earning a college degree.
Finding a fulfilling job without a college degree can be challenging, but it’s not without hope. From taking a chance and applying based on your skills to upskilling and exploring careers that don’t require a degree, there are options to advance in your career.
Apply Anyway
If your experience and qualifications meet the requirements of the job description, but you lack the degree, apply anyway. The recruiter may consider you because of your relevant work experience and skills.
Consider Your Passions
What do you love to do? You may have a passion for healing, but you don’t have to become a doctor or nurse to make a difference; you can work as non-clinical staff or earn a credential for a specific role. If teaching sparks joy, a job as a teacher’s aide, daycare worker, or tutor may be right for you. If you enjoy driving, consider a career as a CDL or commercial driver. Discover your passion and your career can follow.
Upskill Now for the Future
Upskilling can help you qualify for more job opportunities and prepare you to advance further in your career. Express Employment Professionals supports upskilling through free programs, including:
- Job Genius, a video series that covers everything from the job market forecast and job opportunities to resumes, interviewing, and more.
- ExpressLearn offers mobile-friendly courses in categories including Accounting and Business Communication, Driving, Health and Wellness, Industrial and Warehouse, and more. These courses are only available to Express associates.
- Workplace Pro is a certification program designed for employees starting their first job, reentering the workforce, or looking to explore a new field. These certifications are only offered to Express associates.
Your skills and experience are invaluable. Don’t let the absence of a college degree deter you from pursuing your dream job. Be creative in leveraging the assets and resources you have to find success and showcase your strengths with confidence.
