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Adult Training and Education Survey
Part of the 2015 National Household Education Survey
OMB No. 1850-0803: Approval Expires 09/30/2016
Adult Training and Education Survey
Part of the 2015 National Household Education Survey
OMB No. 1850-0803: Approval Expires 09/30/2016
Administered by
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
Economics and Statistics Administration
U.S. Census Bureau
Adult Training and Education Survey
Part of the 2019 National Household Education Survey
OMB No. xxxx-xxxx: Approval Expires xx/xx/xxxx
NHES-ATES
(XX/XX/XXXX)
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), within the U.S. Department of Education, is authorized to conduct this study by the Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002 (ESRA 2002, 20 U.S.C. §9543). The U.S. Census Bureau is administering this survey on behalf of NCES.
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Instructions
In response to the survey you answered earlier, we recorded that the person listed below is between the ages of 16 to 65, is not in high school, and lives in this household. If this information is not correct, please call us toll-free at 1-888-xxx-xxxx to let us know.
These questions should be filled out by:
No one else in the household should fill out the survey.
To answer a question, simply mark the box [X] that best represents your answer.
Use a black or blue pen, if available, to complete this survey.
Please return the completed survey using the postage-paid envelope provided.
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), within the U.S. Department of Education, is authorized to conduct this study by the Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002 (ESRA 2002, 20 U.S.C. §9543). The U.S. Census Bureau is administering this survey on behalf of NCES. You do not have to provide the information requested. However, the information you provide will help the Department of Education’s ongoing efforts to learn more about the educational experiences of children and families. There are no penalties should you choose not to participate in this study. All of the information you provide may be used only for statistical purposes and may not be disclosed, or used, in identifiable form for any other purpose except as required by law (20 U.S.C. §9573 and 6 U.S.C. §151). Your responses will be combined with those from other participants to produce summary statistics and reports.
According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a valid OMB control number. The valid OMB control number for this voluntary survey is xxxx-xxxx. The time required to complete this survey is estimated to average 10 minutes per response, including the time to review instructions, gather the data needed, and complete and review the survey. If you have any comments concerning the accuracy of the time estimate, suggestions for improving this survey, or any comments or concerns regarding the status of your individual submission of this survey, please write to: National Household Education Survey, National Center for Education Statistics, Potomac Center Plaza, 550 12th St., SW, 4th floor, Washington, DC 20202. Do not return the completed form to this address.
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What is the highest degree or level of school you have COMPLETED?
Mark [X] ONE only.
Elementary or high school, but no high school diploma or GED®
High school diploma
GED® or alternative high school credential
Some college credit but less than one year of college credit
1 or more years of college credit, no degree
Associate’s degree (for example, AA, AS)
Bachelor’s degree (for example, BA, BS)
Master’s degree (for example, MA, MS, MEng, MEd, MSW, MBA)
Professional degree beyond a bachelor’s degree (for example, MD, DDS, DVM, LLB, JD)
Doctorate degree (for example, PhD, EdD)
Education
Which ONE of the following best describes the field of study for the highest level of school you have completed?
Mark [X] ONE only.
If there was more than one, please choose the one you consider most important.
General studies, no major, or undeclared major
Accounting, finance, insurance, or real estate
Administrative support
Broadcasting, multimedia, or graphic technologies
Business management, administration, or marketing
Communications or journalism
Computer science or information technology
Construction, manufacturing, or production
Cosmetology
Education
Engineering or architecture
English language or literature
Fine arts or music
Healthcare
Law or legal studies
Law enforcement, security, or firefighting
Liberal arts
Psychology
Religious vocations or theology
Science or mathematics
Social or human services or public administration
Social sciences, political science, economics, or history
Transportation
Other — Specify:
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Do you have a CURRENTLY ACTIVE professional certification or a state or industry license? Do NOT include business licenses, such as a liquor license or vending license.
A professional certification or license shows you are qualified to perform a specific job and includes things like licensed realtor, certified medical assistant, certified teacher, or an IT certification.
Yes
No
If yes, how many CURRENTLY ACTIVE certifications and licenses do you have?
If you have the same certification or license in multiple states, count it as one.
number of certifications and licenses
The next few questions ask about the certification or license that you consider to be your most important. What is the name of your MOST IMPORTANT certification or license?
What kind of work is your most important certification or license for?
Is your most important certification or license required by a federal, state, or local government agency (such as a state board) in order to do that kind of work?
Yes
No
Don’t know
Certifications and Licenses
GO TO question 25
In how many states is your most important certification or license currently active?
All states
1 state
2 or more states but not all states
Is your most important certification or license for your current job?
Yes
No
I am not currently working
To get your most important certification or license, did you ...
Mark [X] ONE box for EACH ITEM below.
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Take classes related to this field of work during high school?.................................... Take classes from a college (undergraduate or graduate), technical school, or trade school?.................................... Take classes or training from a company, association, or other organization?................. Earn a certificate or degree from a college (undergraduate or graduate), technical school, or trade school?.……………………………….. Participate in an internship, practicum, clerkship, externship, or apprenticeship?.......... |
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No Yes
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Did you prepare for your most important certification or license through a FREE government program?
Yes
No
How useful has your most important certification or license been for each of the following?
Getting a job
Very useful
Somewhat useful
Not useful
Too soon to tell
Increasing your pay
Very useful
Somewhat useful
Not useful
Too soon to tell
Keeping you marketable to employers or clients
Very useful
Somewhat useful
Not useful
Too soon to tell
Improving your work skills
Very useful
Somewhat useful
Not useful
Too soon to tell
Do you have a second CURRENTLY ACTIVE certification or license?
Yes
No
What is the name of your SECOND-MOST-IMPORTANT certification or license?
What kind of work is your second-most-important certification or license for?
Is your second-most-important certification or license required by a federal, state, or local government agency (such as a state board) in order to do that kind of work?
Yes
No
Don’t know
In how many states is your second-most important certification or license currently active?
All states
1 state
2 or more states but not all states
Is your second-most-important certification or license for your current job?
Yes
No
I am not currently working
GO TO question 25
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Are you currently working on RENEWING a professional certification or license?
Yes
No
Are you currently working on getting an ADDITIONAL professional certification or license?
Yes
No
What is the name of the MOST IMPORTANT new certification or license that you are working on?
What kind of work is this certification or license for?
Is this certification or license required by a federal, state, or local government agency (such as a state board) in order to do that kind of work?
Yes
No
Don’t know
Do you have a third CURRENTLY ACTIVE certification or license?
Yes
No
What is the name of your THIRD-MOST-IMPORTANT certification or license?
What kind of work is your third-most-important certification or license for?
Is your third-most-important certification or license required by a federal, state, or local government agency (such as a state board) in order to do that kind of work?
Yes
No
Don’t know
In how many states is your third-most important certification or license currently active?
All states
1 state
2 or more states but not all states
Is your third-most-important certification or license for your current job?
Yes
No
I am not currently working
GO TO question 25
Preparation for New
Certifications and Licenses
Are you currently working on RENEWING a professional certification or license?
Yes
No
Are you currently working on getting an ADDITIONAL professional certification or license?
Yes
No
What is the name of the MOST IMPORTANT new certification or license that you are working on?
What kind of work is this certification or license for?
Is this certification or license required by a federal, state, or local government agency (such as a state board) in order to do that kind of work?
Yes
No
Don’t know
GO TO question 31
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Are you currently employed for pay at a job or business?
If you are self-employed, or if you are temporarily absent from a job or business (on vacation, temporarily ill, on maternity leave, etc.), answer “Yes.”
Yes
No
How many jobs do you have?
number of jobs
Do you work at a full-time job (a job where you usually work 35 hours or more per week)?
Yes
No
Do you work at a part-time job (a job where you usually work fewer than 35 hours per week
Yes
No
During the LAST 4 WEEKS, have you been ACTIVELY looking for work?
Yes
No
In preparing for your most important new certification or license, are you currently participating in or have you participated in any of the following activities?
Mark [X] ALL that apply.
Taking a class from a college (undergraduate or graduate), technical school, or trade school
Taking a class from a company, association, or other organization
Earning a certificate or degree from a college (undergraduate or graduate), technical school, or trade school
Completing an internship, practicum, clerkship, externship, apprenticeship, or similar program
Studying on my own
Working in the field
Employment
GO TO question 35
GO TO question 36
GO TO question 37
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What is the name of your employer, business, agency, or branch of the Armed Forces?
Prefer not to answer
What kind of business or industry is this?
Include the main activity, product, or service provided at the location where employed. (For example: elementary school, residential construction)
What is your main occupation? (For example: 4th grade teacher, entry level plumber)
Describe your most important activities or duties (For example: instruct and evaluate students and create lesson plans, assemble and install pipe sections and review building plans for work details)
The next series of questions is about the type of employment you have.
If you have more than one job, describe the ONE job at which you work the most hours
Which one of the following best describes your current employment?
Mark [X] only ONE box
Employee of a for-profit or non-profit private company or organization
Self-employed owner of business, professional practice, or farm
Local (city, county, etc.), state, or federal government civilian employee
Active duty service member (U.S. Armed Forces or Commissioned Corps)
Working without pay for family business or farm
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The U.S. Department of Education is also interested in learning about the child care provider workforce. These next two questions ask about adults who watch children in a home.
Do you spend 5 or more hours each week IN YOUR HOME looking after any children under age 13 who are not your own?
Yes
No
Are you paid for watching those children?
Yes
No
Thank You.
Please return this questionnaire in the postage-paid envelope provided. If you have lost the envelope, mail the completed questionnaire to:
National Household Education Survey
[RETURN ADDRESS HERE]
GO TO the end of the survey
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| Author | Manville, Kirsten |
| File Modified | 0000-00-00 |
| File Created | 0000-00-00 |