College & career planning
Iowa College & Career Planning System is an online education and career planning system that gives you the tools you need to build a foundation for lifelong career success. You'll learn what your interests, skills-confidence and work values are and how to apply them to a career plan for your future. This website also helps you with real-world skills such as how to write resumes and cover letters, how to research employers, and how to prepare for job interviews. You can even create an electronic profile that you may choose to share online with prospective colleges or employers.
For many students (and for many reasons) the traditional four year college path may not be an option. For others, it might not be the best option. Ideally, students will explore postsecondary pathways throughout their high school education. There are several alternative paths that can lead to long-term financial stability:
- Two-year Associate’s degrees
- Postsecondary certificates
- Apprenticeships
- Employer-based training
- Professional certifications
- Occupational licenses
As you get closer to graduating from High School, the pressure of what you will do next can be overwhelming. This is normal. You don’t need to know the exact career title by graduation but you should have a good idea of what career pathway would be a good fit for you. Use the following Career & Academic Planning Handbook to help you explore what career pathway is a good match for you based on your interests, skills, and values.
