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Links to EDGE Training and PTK CONNECT

Competitive Edge

is a professional development program designed to build essential skills that are often not covered in the classroom. The curriculum focuses on enhancing critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and professionalism, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their careers and leadership roles.

Employment Edge

is a four-part course that prepares students for the workforce by teaching them how to find, apply for, and secure jobs. It covers essential skills such as resume and cover letter writing, networking, interview techniques, and salary negotiation, providing comprehensive guidance for successful employment.

Healthcare Edge

prepares students for careers in healthcare by covering essential topics such as patient care, workplace professionalism, self-care, and job-seeking skills. The curriculum includes case studies, recommendations from healthcare professionals, and practical advice to help students succeed in the healthcare industry.

Research Edge

 equips students with advanced research skills through Phi Theta Kappa’s Honors in Action program. The curriculum covers academic investigation, problem-solving, and effective project management, emphasizing real-world application and critical thinking. This program prepares students to conduct meaningful research and take impactful actions in their communities.

Leadership Development

Studies uses a humanities-based approach to cultivate leadership skills through dialogue-based learning. The curriculum includes classic cases, leadership profiles, TED Talks, podcasts, and experiential exercises, helping students develop a personal leadership philosophy and practical leadership abilities.

Advocacy Edge

is designed to empower students to take confident action and champion the issues that matter to them. The course highlights the importance of being informed, developing meaningful collaboration, communicating effectively, and taking steps to avoid burnout.

PTK Connect

 is the only tool of its kind designed specifically for community college students planning to transfer. It brings together every scholarship available to transfer students—from university-sponsored awards to state, national, and PTK-exclusive scholarships—into one searchable platform. Instead of spending hours on scattered websites, you can explore all your options in a single, easy-to-use place built just for you.

This platform doesn’t just list scholarships—it helps you plan your next steps with confidence. You can filter scholarships by college, major, eligibility criteria, or even award size, so you’re only seeing opportunities that truly match your goals. With over 3,000 transfer scholarships, including hundreds only available to PTK members, PTK Connect gives you the clarity and confidence to move forward—because your future deserves more than guesswork.

• College Exploration -  PTK Connect will help you find the right-fit college. Compare nearly 3,000 U.S. public and private colleges—review majors, admissions stats, costs, aid availability, transfer success rates, campus culture, and recruiter contacts.

• Scholarship Matching - Access over 3,000 transfer scholarships, including 800+ PTK-exclusive awards (average $4,500/year, renewable up to two years).

• Career Pathway Guidance -- Explore careers tied to your intended major. Learn about demand, industry outlook, and real opportunities—all mapped to your academic trajectory.

Member Savings & Discounts

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