Chapter 5
Self-discovery:
answers the question, "Who am I and what is important to me?"
Motivations are:
forces in your life that move you to set goals and achieve them.
A career plan is:
a strategy for a person's professional growth and development.
Why is having a career plan important?
Because thinking ahead is an important step in preparing for your future Because if you skip the planning process, you might eventually become disappointed with your career choice Because you might waste of your time, energy, and resources if you don't plan ahead Because even if things change in the future, you need to have some idea of where you are headed ALL OF THE ABOVE
People who consider all the information they have researched and documented when making a decision are using which style of decision making?
Cognitive
Which of the following influence your values?
Family and friends Television, newspapers, and blogs Religious affiliations ALL OF THE ABOVE
What is advanced placement?
High school courses that qualify for college credit
Which of the following questions should you ask when choosing an educational program?
How does the program handle clinical experience? How long is the program and what is the graduation rate? What is the pass rate on board exams for program graduates? What is the job placement and job retention rate for program graduates? ALL OF THE ABOVE
Which of the following criteria are used by selection committees when making admission decisions for schools?
How much income does the applicant's family earn each month? How many children are in the applicant's family? Does the applicant have a parent who is a college graduate? NONE OF THE ABOVE
Which of the following are included in the Framework for 21st Century Learning?
Information, media, and technology skills
Which of the following assessments can help you identify occupational preferences based on your personality type?
Myer's Briggs Type Indicator
Which of the following are entry points into health careers?
On-the-job training Completion of a postsecondary certificate educational program Completion of a college degree educational program ALL OF THE ABOVE
Which of the following should you do in high school to prepare for your health career?
Revise your career goals if you find they are not realistic. Even though you have a plan, you might need to make some changes along the way.
Which of the following criteria may be used by selection committees when making admission decisions for health care educational programs?
Standardized entrance exam scores Personal health assessment and drug screen Criminal history background check results ALL OF THE ABOVE
Which of the following are resources for career exploration?
The Dictionary of Occupational Titles and the Occupational Outlook Handbook Health care professional associations Sites such as CareerOneStop Role models and mentors ALL OF THE ABOVE
Which of the following questions should you ask during a job shadow or an informational interview?
What do you like the best and least about your work?
Which of the following questions should you ask when choosing a school?
What is the school's accreditation status? What is the school's reputation? What does the school require for admission? What is the average class size? ALL OF THE ABOVE
Which of the following questions should you ask when conducting occupational research?
What job tasks and what knowledge, skills, and abilities are required? What are the licensing, certification and/or registration requirements? What are the opportunities for career advancement and professional development? ALL OF THE ABOVE
Which of the following should be considered when selecting a career that matches your needs and preferences?
Your motivations Your values Your personality type Your interests ALL OF THE ABOVE
Taking assessments can:
help you focus your time and effort on career planning. improve your ability to make good decisions. help you identify which careers fit you best. provide insights to support self-discovery. ALL OF THE ABOVE
SMART goals:
identify steps to help you move through your career plan.
Comparing your knowledge, skills, and abilities with those listed in the Framework for 21st Century Learning can help you:
identify your strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. recognize the skills that are valued by today's employers. consider career options and choose an occupation that is a good match for you. ALL OF THE ABOVE
Your network of supporters could include:
parents, family members, and friends. mentors and role models. supervisors and coworkers. teachers, counselors, and school leaders. ALL OF THE ABOVE
When writing your vision statement:
start with the end in mind. describe a vivid and idealized picture of the future you desire. it should be so real that you can feel it, taste it, smell it, and hear it when you close your eyes. it should inspire, energize, and help you focus on where you're headed. ALL OF THE ABOVE
Which of the following is at the bottom of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
survival