Financial Aid Video
Please watch the video for a complete explanation of the Self-Development Pathway.
Self-Development Project Ideas
Achieving growth and/or mastery in a skill or area of interest (ex. martial arts, *athletic training/competitions, EMT certification, lifestyle changes, learning a musical instrument etc.)
Authoring an article in an academic journal or trade publication on a topic students have researched and developed a strong understanding of
Visiting and learning from a mentor in an interested career field or area of study based on student interest.
Verification will come in many forms for these types of projects. A self-development project is most often a process. Please be prepared to show documentation of the process, as well as the end goal. When in doubt, document everything!
Note: Students who chose the Self-Development Pathway must have a mentor related to their field who will help guide them throughout the project. For example, projects that involve physical fitness or nutritional changes for a student must have a credentialed professional as the student’s mentor. These mentors should also be involved in the documentation of the process.
Students are required to write a 3-5 page reflection describing their project. Use the following guidelines when writing this reflection:
Use MLA format
Briefly summarize the rationale and your goals behind the project.
Discuss in detail was you learned throughout each step if your project.
Share what you may have adjusted as the project progressed.
Synthesize the final outcome of your project goal.