Exploring College and Careers

This course is designed to guide students through career and academic planning, focusing on equipping them with the necessary skills for today’s dynamic job market. A core component involves self-discovery, assessing aptitudes, interests, and strengths to develop a personalized career and education plan. The curriculum provides an in-depth look at 16 diverse career clusters, detailing educational prerequisites, and covers professional development, entrepreneurship, and financial planning.

Key Topics

  • Self-Discovery (Aptitudes, Interests, Skills, Values)
  • Developing Personalized Career and Education Plans (SMART Goals)
  • In-Depth Look at 16 Diverse Career Clusters
  • Professional Development (Leadership, Teamwork, Ethics)
  • Entrepreneurship and Financial Planning
  • Career Materials (Résumés, Cover Letters, Portfolios)

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, students will possess a range of practical abilities, including evaluating career options, breaking down milestones into SMART goals, and assessing postsecondary educational options. They will acquire valuable knowledge in entrepreneurship and financial planning, and learn to create vital career materials including résumés, cover letters, and portfolios.

Grade Level

  • High School (Grades 9–12)

Audience

Students who want to develop a personalized career and education plan, students seeking to assess their aptitudes and interests for future careers, and students who want to develop practical professional skills like résumé writing and financial planning.

Enrollment

Begin our Exploring College and Careers course any time throughout the school year or summer. Call 206-363-3600 or email andy@springacademy.com for questions or registration.

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