Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • identify the value of, and your motivations for, attending college and being college and career ready;
  • explain the five-step process for choosing a career, which includes aligning your personal interests and skills with appropriate fields;
  • identify sources for learning more about specific careers;
  • list key strategies for selecting a college major, taking into consideration the ways in which a major can impact career;
  • identify sources for learning more about specific majors and related careers;
  • list specific skills and transferable skills that will be needed along your career path;
  • explain how to acquire necessary skills, both in and out of class, for achieving your career goals;
  • describe the stages of career development, and identify the stage you're currently in;
  • identify career development resources in your school, community, and beyond;
  • define network and identify strategies for networking;
  • define the purpose, contents, and characteristics of an effective résumé;
  • identify characteristics of an effective cover letter;
  • identify strategies for preparing for and participating in common types of job interviews; and
  • analyze different question types common in interviews