1. I am interested in pursuing a career in
2. I am interested in the following jobs: (check all that apply)
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2-Year College
(Associate Degree)
Surveyor
Registered Nurse
Dental Hygienist
Medical Laboratory Technician
Computer Technician
Commercial Artist
Hotel/Restaurant Manager
Funeral Director
Computer Aided Drafting
Electronics Technician
Automotive Mechanic
Cardiovascular Technician
Medical Record Technician
Surgical Technologist
Water/Wastewater Treatment
Plant Operator
Heating/Air-Conditioning
Refrigeration Technician
Other:
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4-Year College
(Bachelor Degree)
Teacher
Accountant
FBI Agent
Chemical Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Software Engineer
Journalist
Diplomat
Insurance Agent
Pharmacist
Computer Systems Analyst
Dietitian
Technical Writer
Editor
Graphic Designer
Recreational Therapist
Public Relations Specialist
Visual Artist
Research Assistant
Investment Banker
Medical Illustrator
Other:
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Over 4 Years of College
(Various Graduate Degrees)
Lawyer
Doctor
School Administrator
Architect
Scientist
University Professor
Economist
Psychologist
Social Worker
Dentist
Public Policy Analyst
Geologist
Paleontologist
Zoologist
Management Consultant
Rabbi
Priest
Chiropractor
Biologist
Research Scientist
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3. My education goals are: (check all that apply)
to attend a community, technical, or junior college and pursue an associate of applied science degree.
to attend a four-year university and pursue an associate of applied science degree.
to attend a four-year university and pursue a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree.
to look for work and then think about attending school while working.
unsure.
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4. I have thought about attending the following schools after high school: |
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5. I am researching how to apply or have applied to the following schools: |
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| I haven't really thought about the application process at a college or university. |
6. I have: (check all that apply)
taken the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) college entrance exam.
taken the American College Test (ACT) college entrance exam.
taken the Compass assessment.
not taken any of the tests but am planning to and have the information I need to take the test.
not taken any of the tests and need to talk with my school counselor to learn about what I need
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7. Colleges and employers will be looking at my high school transcripts. During my remaining school years, I want to improve my high school transcript by: (check all that apply)
improving my cumulative grade point average.
improving my attendance and punctuality record
enrolling in college-prep course work |
8. I have taken the following college-prep courses:
(Mark all that you have taken, are enrolled in, or interested in talking to your career counselor about.) |
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9. What scholarships are you aware of or pursuing that will help finance your education after high school? |
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10. Involvement in school and community clubs, associations, jobs, internships, awards, honors, sports, and volunteerism demonstrates discipline, responsibility, reliability, teamwork, leadership, and other skills that are of interest to businesses and colleges. List your involvement and length of participation:
NOTE: If your involvement has been minimal, what can you do in your community and/or school
during your remaining time in high school to be more involved and demonstrate your strengths? |
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Each of the ten questions represent one piece of the puzzling question, "What will my career be?" Review your answers to all 10 questions above and then write a one to two paragraph career plan.
Use the questions to identify steps that you need to take during the next year to help make
your goals a reality. Your career plan should include education goals, steps needed to reach the
education goals, employment plans, area of study that you are planning on pursuing, entrance
exams, and scholarship opportunities to explore. Once you have written your plan, you will
be closer to seeing how all the pieces fit together to reveal a clear picture of your future.
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