(from the LMS)
Course Description:
Career Planning (1 of 1) assists students in identifying their interests, strengths, and values, guiding them towards making informed decisions about their future careers and educational pathways. It provides the students with a fundamental understanding of various career fields they can explore.
This curriculum covers essential topics such as self-assessment, labor market exploration, resume building, and interviewing skills. Students will also learn about networking, goal setting, and the importance of adaptability in the workforce. The course aims to empower students with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate their individual career journeys confidently and effectively.
Course Objectives:
Identify personal interests, values, and skills using self-assessment tools to explore potential career paths.
Compare different educational and training options, such as vocational schools and universities, and understand their impact on career opportunities.
Distinguish between traditional and emerging job sectors while evaluating job market trends to assist in making informed career decisions.
Explore jobs, education requirements, and salaries in the fields of Human Services, Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security, Government & Public Administration, Education & Training, and Hospitality & Tourism to understand the diverse career opportunities available.
Identify the essential skillsets, main purposes, and lifestyle implications of careers in Human Services and Social Engagement to understand how they align with personal interests and life goals.
Explore jobs, education requirements, and salaries in the fields of Business Management & Administration, Finance, Marketing, Sales & Service, Manufacturing, Architecture & Construction, and Transportation, Distribution & Logistics fields to understand the diversity of career opportunities available.
Identify the essential skillsets, main purposes, and lifestyle implications of careers in Business, Finance, and Innovation to understand how they align with personal interests and values.
Explore jobs, education requirements, and salaries in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources, Health Science, Information Technology, and Arts, A/V Technology & Communications to understand the diversity of career opportunities available.
Identify the essential skillsets, main purposes, and lifestyle implications of careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) to understand how they align with personal interests and values.
Identify and utilize various job search tool across various channels to explore careers that align with personal interests, values, and skills.
Develop resumes and portfolios by identifying key elements to effectively present personal qualifications.
Prepare for job interviews and internship applications by crafting responses to common questions, researching opportunities, and setting SMART career goals for personal and professional development.
Identify the principles of effective communication, active listening, creativity, and innovation to enhance collaboration and productivity in the workplace.
Explore various time management techniques and the importance of flexibility, alongside understanding the basics of financial management, including budgeting, saving, and investing.
Recognize the components of personal wellbeing and develop strategies to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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