Career Planning
Which kind of student aid might be given to you, without the need of being repaid, when you are particularly accomplished in some area?
Scholarships
Which are the most common options for taking career assessments?
Self-reflective, online, career counselor directed
When considering the features of different schools, a major is defined as:
An academic concentration
If Tina is earning enough to support herself and two children, what kind of wage is she earning?
Family Wage
Which of the following forms do you use to prove that you can legally work in the United States?
I-9 Form
A technical training or certification process will be different from a four-year degree because it will be determined and focused by your ________________________.
career goal
Why is it best to know the total length of the test and how much time is allowed for each section?
So you don't spend too much time on one section of the test and then run out of time for other sections
Which of the following formatting specifications are important for a good resume? Choose all that apply.
Standard typeface No grammatical errors
Craig is an eleventh grader who wants to find a summer job. Which of the following might be a good job source for Craig? Choose all that apply.
The pool where he goes for swim meets The local newspaper's classified section His uncle, who has many connections with local lawn-care industries Store and newspaper websites
True or False: The Occupational Outlook Handbook is possibly the most complete career information resource available.
True
A Mind Map is used to
Visualize and organize your thoughts
True or False: Although introverts are often quiet and inward-focused, they are usually the ones who actually get things done.
True
True or False: Cold calling is the process of calling or visiting local businesses, even if they have not advertised job openings.
True
Which of the following are good reasons to complete the FAFSA4CASTER? Choose all that apply.
It estimates your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) It predicts the amount of financial aid you are likely to receive. It allows you to practice completing the FAFSA.
Sam wants to know if he is likely to easily find employment as a carpenter. Which OCO Handbook section will he want to look at?
Job Outlook
The search criteria for College Navigator include: (choose all that apply)
Location of school Programs/majors offered Institution Type
What is the definition of "values"?
The things that are important to you
Bill decided to accept a transfer to an administrative position at his work. He accepted this transfer because it will allow him to set more of his own work hours. His decision reflects his values in what area?
Time
Why is reviewing and analyzing your transcript, curriculum, and GPA so important to career planning?
Evaluating your overall coursework and grades can help you better consider your educational and career options.
The acronym ELF stands for which three important actions you must take to prepare for any standardized test?
Explore the test, learn the content, follow test day rules.
To be successful in the workplace, you must be able to concentrate only on the things that matter to you.
False
Which one of the following careers is the most highly resistant to economic change?
Funeral Attendants
A student who is evaluating his or her academic record will consider which three records?
GPA, Test Scores, Transcripts
Changes in values and entertainment reflect what type of change?
Cultural
Which of the following phrases best describes O*NET?
A career exploration tool
Which of the following is a high school curriculum designed to equip students to compete for positions at highly selective colleges?
Aggressive College Prep Curriculum
Which type of college degree requires approximately four years of education?
Bachelor's Degree
Identify the following as a Career Cluster or a career pathway.Health Science
Cluster
Karen's monthly cell phone bill is $75. What type of budget item would her cell phone bill be?
Fixed Expense
What is one of the main benefits of volunteering with community organizations while you are still in high school?
It allows you to experience career related work while making a difference in your community.
The Personal Profile is a self-analysis tool that offers students the opportunity to:
Learn more about their interests, skills, personality, values, and academic performance.
Identify the following as a Career Cluster or a career pathway. Security and Protective Services
Pathway
Identify the following as a career cluster or career pathway. Engineering and Technology.
Pathway
Which of the following describes extroverts?
People who direct their energy and attention outside themselves and are often considered the life of the party.
The federal income tax is a progressive tax, which means what?
The tax rate increases as income goes up.
How can your personality and values influence your future?
They influence how I spend my time and what my future choices might be.
Getting a good night's sleep before an exam can improve your score.
True
From the following list, choose which program requires you to have a job while studying in order to repay part of your education costs.
Work-Study
The financial aid you receive is called ________________.
an award
Taking multiple career assessments gives you the opportunity to ______________.
confirm or expand what you already know about yourself.
The workplace soft skills that equip you to accept and meet the challenges of change include:
flexibility and adaptability
What are workplace soft skills?
interpersonal skills that help to determine how you get along with others.
A private, for-profit school .
is funded by student payments and its business operations.
Your academic record is important to career planning because ________________.
past performance in your classes and exams can tell a lot about your interests, skills, and abilities.
What are self-management skills?
personal skills that help you learn how to take care of yourself and develop a growing independence.
Identify the following as a career cluster or career pathway.Information Technology
Cluster
Lynda wants to learn about the benefits she could get as a nurse practitioner. Which section will she want to look at?
Earnings
Which of the following financial aid options is typically a type of gift that might be made to the institution you attend and does not need to be repaid?
grant
According to your lesson text, how does completing a self-reflective assessment like the Personal Profile prepare you for a career?
By evaluating your past choices, you can make better choices for your future.
True or False: Living in an urban area guarantees that your cost of living will be high.
False
True or False: Most job openings are advertised in some way—the difficult part is finding where they are advertised.
False
True or False: O*NET contains much more detailed information about earnings than the OCO Handbook does.
False
True or False: On the W-2 Form, you can claim exemptions to reduce your tax responsibilities.
False
True or False: The first thing you should do to resolve a conflict is tell your own side of the story as honestly as you can.
False
Which of the following questions will help you discover your self-management skills? (check all that apply)
Can I think of a time when I used this skill? Can I think of more examples of times when I used this skill?
True or False: The term "academic training" refers primarily to formal classes taken in school.
False
The Architecture and Construction cluster would contain which set of careers?
Carpet Installers, Cost Estimators, Interior Designers
Workplace soft skills can be placed into which of the following three categories?
Changing, Working with Others, Getting the Job Done
True or False: The term "workplace soft skills" describes skills you need to manage your own time and personal schedule.
False
Which of the following are important parts of a professional e-mail correspondence? Choose all that apply.
Closing with an e-mail signature Filling in the subject line
The Information Technology cluster would contain which set of careers?
Computer Support Specialists, Web Developers, Computer Programmers
True or False: You will get a better assessment from a website that charges a fee than you would from a free assessment.
False
True or False: Your geographic region is a primary factor in your quality of life.
False
True or False: he results of your assessments define a career you can follow for the rest of your life.
False
One of Josh's coworkers pokes fun at Josh for his political views. Although Josh tries to ignore the comments, the situation has gotten worse—even becoming obvious to customers. What kind of situation is Josh in?
Conflict
Networking is a great way to find job opportunities. What is networking, according to this text?
Connecting with people
Why is it helpful to connect your skills and experiences to your personal history?
Connections allow patterns that can focus your planning.
Mary's career is off to a slow start, and she has had difficulty covering her rent and bills over the last couple of months. What area is she struggling in?
Cost of Living
What is a career pathway?
A group of careers within a Career Cluster that share a more specific set of knowledge and skills.
Choose two reasons why it is a good idea to take more than one career assessment.
Analyzing and evaluating results from multiple assessments will help you build a well-researched, well-informed career plan Different assessments may point to different strengths, interests, and preferences allowing you to have a more complete picture of yourself.
Which type of post-secondary education may use hands-on training, formal classes, and often competency exams to train you for a career?
Apprenticeship
When should you create your student financial plan?
As soon as possible
Which of the following is not an example of free online resources that are available to you in your test preparation?
Blogging with the test creator
Jon wants to earn at least $75,000 a year and live in a posh urban setting. James's career plan includes earnings of $35,000 a year and simple, cheap living conditions. Whose lifestyle expectations are better?
Both are equally valid, they just have different preferences.
Why does budgeting your time contribute to career success?
Budgeting your time now prepares you to budget time in a career setting, giving you the tools to meet work expectations.
In additional to features for educational institutions, College Navigator is also good for which one of the following things?
Estimating costs for school
What does it mean to "evaluate" your assessment results?
Form an idea or conclusion to give new insights.
According to your lesson text, what might be one advantage of a large school?
It can offer a wide selection of activities relating to nearly every aspect of student life.
Which of the following describes an official transcript?
It is sealed by your high school
As Alex looks at his Comparison Chart #1, he can tell that he has a lot of information to learn before he can be successful in either of his careers. However, he has many more of the abilities and personal qualities needed for his first career than for his second one. Therefore, he is becoming more interested in the first career. What two sections of his chart has he looked at as part of this decision process?
Knowledge and Skills
Tim has found a company with a job opening that interests him. Before contacting the employer, Tim researches the company's goals and the specific job requirements. When he talks to the employer, he mentions how his personal qualities fit right in with the company and the job. What is Tim doing?
Marketing himself
Which deductions are commonly taken out of employee paychecks? Check all that apply.
Medicare Income Tax Social Security
From which military programs can you graduate and enter the military as an officer? Check all that apply.
Military academies Reserve Officers' Training Corps
Which of the following types of financial aid is granted only once? Awards
Non-renewable awards
From the list below, choose the greatest advantage internships offer while in high school.
Opportunity to "try out" a career
What best describes a system for learning workplace soft skills?
Plan each day, plan each task, ask for help, treat others with respect.
How could a dual enrollment program help you during high school?
Possibly complete a two-year degree while in high school
Which kind of assessment give you a very personal perspective but can only give you feedback based on your own knowledge and input?
Reflective Assessment
How does your text define "citizenship" as it relates to values?
Responsibilities that help a society function well
Many four-year colleges require which one of the following exams?
SAT
Which section of a career's Occupational Outlook Handbook page will give you information about what sets that career apart from others?
Significant Points
Select the three ways that career assessments will benefit your career planning.
They help you draw connections between your interest, skill, and personality and your future career plans. They guide you as you explore careers that may be of interest to you. The questions you answer in the assessments increases your self-awareness and help you identify your preferences.
Which type of school/program may require applicants to already demonstrate certain career-related skills and abilities?
Trade, technical, and vocational schools
A reflective profile acts as a tool to help you identify and understand your strengths, interests, skills, personality, and values.
True
I can more easily decide which career I might enjoy if I compare my skills to those required for success in each career
True
True or False: Taking an assessment that has a long history of use, is well respected, and referenced by other credible sites helps ensure that you are taking a quality assessment.
True
True or False: The clothes you wear, the housing you live in, and the type of food you eat are all lifestyle preferences.
True
True or False: To analyze your assessment results, examine the information, trying to discover or reveal something of importance.
True
True or False: When the economy slows down, having a college education can help maintain your employability.
True
How often should you complete the FAFSA?
You and your parents apply every year that you attend college.
What can you learn from a self-analysis like the one you completed as you worked through your Personal Profile?
You become aware of your strengths and weaknesses, improving your ability to make choices that are best for you.
Why is it particularly challenging to describe the skills you use and possess?
You have to take time to think about how others might see you.
Having strong soft skills helps you manage ________________.
the personal challenges that go along with any job, relationship, or challenge.