PathMagnet Blog
Career guidance for every student
Resources for students, parents, counselors, and district administrators navigating the path after high school.
What Classes Should 8th Graders Take to Prepare for High School?
8th grade course choices affect your entire high school trajectory. Here's how to plan strategically.
Do You Have to Go to College? What High School Students Should Know Before Deciding
College is one path, not the only path. Here's an honest look at trades, certifications, and community college.
How to Become a Firefighter — Requirements, Training, and What the Job Is Really Like
Firefighting requires fitness, EMT certification, and competitive hiring process. Here's what it actually takes.
How to Become a Physical Therapist — DPT Requirements, Timeline, and Salary
Physical therapists earn $97,720 median salary. Here's the complete 7-year path from high school.
How to Become a Software Developer — College, Bootcamp, or Self-Taught?
Software development has three paths — CS degree, bootcamp, or self-taught. Here's what actually works.
How to Become an Electrician — Trade School, Apprenticeship, and What It Pays
Electricians earn $60,000-$100,000+ without a 4-year degree through a paid apprenticeship.
How to Become a Registered Nurse — The Complete Path for High School Students
Registered nursing pays $98,430 median salary with consistent job growth. Here's the complete path from high school to RN.
Free Career Guidance for Every Student: Why Underserved Schools Deserve Better Tools
The best career guidance tools cost money that under-resourced schools do not have. PathMagnet is changing that — free for every student, built for equity from the ground up.
Why 43% of CTE Programs Do Not Match What Students Want — And How to Fix It
Districts invest millions in CTE programs without knowing what students actually plan to do. Here is the data gap costing schools funding — and how to close it.