[Jewelry making - Article 00263] - Re: [Orchid] BFA/MFA Vs technical training

[Todd Hawkinson]

========[ Invite a Friend - http://www.ganoksin.com/invite.htm  ]========

Liz,

    I would look for an education that builds and leaves options. Here
    in Minneapolis at the Community & Technical College we start with a
    one year Certificate in either Repair or Manufacturing. After the
    next semester it will be a Diploma in both Manufacturing and Repair.
    The fourth semester you can achieve an Associates Degree. That's
    approximately two years. THEN, if you chose, go on for a BA. 

    We teach all the income and industry skills first and then encourage
    the artistic. I have always thought it was wise to learn a skill and
    trade as a foundation to any jewelry career. I also will tell all my
    students that the creative part of what we do comes with time.
    Success in this field also. 

    I think we still maintain an apprentice style training program even
    thought we are associated with Metro State University (a compliment
    to the University of Minnesota). There are also NO tests. We grade on
    finished jewelry assignments. This would parallel you job
    evaluation, what you do with your hands. 

    You can go to MCTC on a search to see the College and look up
    Jewelry for more information. Or call me at 612-659-6047 direct. 

Kindest Regards,

Todd Hawkinson
Jewelry Department
____________________________________________________________________
T h e   O r c h i d   L i s t
Open Electronic Forum for Jewelry Manufacturing Methods and Procedures
____________________________________________________________________
Orchid FAQ:
~ http://www.ganoksin.com/orchid/faq.htm
Orchid Archives:
~ http://www.ganoksin.com/orchid/archive
Orchid Galleries:
~ http://www.ganoksin.com/orchid/gallery.htm
Invite a Friend:
~ http://www.ganoksin.com/invite.htm
____________________________________________________________________
Tips From The Jeweler's Bench - Article Archive
~ http://www.ganoksin.com/borisat/tip_sear.htm
The Jeweler's Selected Bibliography List
~ http://www.ganoksin.com/jewelry-books
Buy Orchid Jewelry:
~ http://www.ganoksin.com/shop
____________________________________________________________________
-Unsubscribe:
-Email: orchid-request AT ganoksin.com Body=unsubscribe subject=blank
____________________________________________________________________