Career Decision-Making

Making a decision about your career is important! It is a multi-step process that requires self-assessment, research, experience and reflection. We work to be challenged, make a difference, practice a skill, and have a secure life. Students wanting to explore career options are encouraged to complete some of the free on-line assessments at:

www.acinet.org

Find:

• Career Resources
• Career Resource Library
• Career Assessment
• Free Online Assessments and Tests

  Complete three (3) of the fifteen (15) before making an appointment with the career counselor. Note that this site has 300 career videos as well.

We encourage exploration!

Before making an appointment, please do the following:

1. Go to the following web sites and take a career assessment:

• www.review.com

Be curious about the occupations!

• www.acinet.org

While you are at this government site, you will note descriptions of occupations, fastest growing careers, most "in demand" careers for people without college, with a AA or a BA/BS degree.

• www.collegeboard.com - "see Plan for College"

  • Explore college majors
  • Do the "Step-by-Step"
  • WorksheetRead "Reality Checks"
  • Use "MyRoad"

   

For enrolled students, we suggest coming to Room 1 JH to get a "token" to use eDiscover, an Internet site for personal exploration and career information. After using it, you should make a counseling appointment.

2. Obtain the printouts.

3. Be ready to share your answers to these questions:

• What three things are you most proud of?
• What do you do in your spare time? Do you have a hobby? Are you involved in community service? Are you knowledgeable about software?
• What would be your "dream job"?