Career Exploration
Guided exploration of interests, skills, talents, and career options
Class size:
minimum 6, maximum 16
Additional fees:
$5
Class time: (Meets once/week)
(Wed-1) 8:45-10:05
Pre-requisites for class:
None
Graduation requirement:
N/A
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Course Description
This course helps high school students discover potential career paths, understand their personal strengths, and develop essential professional skills. Through guided exploration, hands-on activities, and real-world experiences, students will develop practical skills for career preparation, gain real-world experience through job shadowing experiences, and create a personalized career portfolio.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
● Identify personal interests, talents, and potential career matches
● Understand career pathway options
● Engage with professionals through guest speaker sessions
● Gain real-world career exposure through job shadowing
● Create professional documents like resumes and cover letters
● Practice job interview techniques and professional communication skills
● Explore educational and training options, including trade schools
● Build confidence in future career planning
Job Shadowing Component
Students must complete:
● 4 hours of job shadowing at 2-4 different workplaces
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Required Books & Materials
What Color Is Your Parachute for Teens, Fourth Edition
by Richard N. Bolles
ISBN-13 978-1984858627
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Career Planning Journal/Notebook
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Access to computer/internet for research
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Professional dress attire (for mock interviews and job shadowing)
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Transportation arrangements for job shadowing
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Homework
Up to 1-2 hours per week. Assignments might include personal self-discovery exercises or conversations with parents. All work is intended to be helpful and useful for career research.
Contact the instructor if you have additional questions.
