Topic > Moving to America - 972

Living so close to the United States definitely influences our daily “Western” life. People are continuously looking for a better standard of living. They leave Belize in search of better-paying jobs that will make it easier to support their families. Uneducated Belizeans earn an average of $900 per month compared to the United States, where the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2011) states that Americans earn approximately $1,600 per month. Let's break this $900 down into real expenses: $400 for rent or a small mortgage; $400 for food and other household needs for a family of four. This means the average family has only $100 to pay their bills, send their children to school, pay for transportation, address medical issues and save. Furthermore, Belizeans are looking for better educational opportunities to succeed and acquire the desired level that Belize lacks. The United States has more institutions of higher education than any other country in the world. Most American colleges and universities offer top-notch educational programs with highly qualified teaching staff. Fortunately, American colleges and universities receive professional accreditation from several governing bodies. There are thousands of US schools offering credentials recognized in almost every corner of the world. Furthermore, Belizeans want to live better thanks to the technological advancement that other countries like the United States have. For over 20 years, US Technologies has provided the highest quality electronic design, manufacturing, engineering, testing, repair and refurbishment services. As design and manufacturing experts, working closely with the customer, we