Career Exploration
Guided exploration of interests, skills, talents, and career options
Class Options (meets once/week)
(Tues-1) 8:45- 10:05
(Wed-2) 10:10-11:30
Pre-Requisites
None
One-Time Class Fee
$5
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 plan.
Course Objectives
● 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 informational interviewing and 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 2 hours of job shadowing at one workplace
Homework
Up to 1-2 hours per week. Assignments might include reading, personal self-discovery exercises, conversations with parents, or projects. All work is intended to be helpful and useful for career research.
Graduation Requirements
Notes
When available, students will have the opportunity to take the ASVAB, a comprehensive career exploration assessment. Additionally the course may offer optional off-campus visits to colleges or career-focused institutions.
Students are expected to maintain an organized system for class materials - a spiral notebook is required for taking notes in class and writing reflections for homework, and a sturdy folder is required for organizing handouts
Contact the instructor with questions.
Required Books & Materials
(Students are responsible for purchasing textbooks unless stated otherwise.)
What Color Is Your Parachute for Teens
Fourth Edition by Richard N. Bolles
ISBN-13 978-1984858627
Careers: The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Future by DK
ISBN-13 978-0744051728
Spiral notebook
Sturdy folder
Access to computer/internet for research
Professional dress attire (for mock interviews and job shadowing)
Transportation arrangements for job shadowing