Pathway Careers

" Taking an ___________ test can help you narrow down the possibilities to a few choices that are suitable for you, and help you avoid end up potentially wasting years following a career path you do not find fulfilling."

aptitude

Many job seekers experience one or more __________ to employment during their careers.

barriers

"If you are a student, taking an aptitude test through your school will almost certainly _______, your counselor will be someone who can help you understand the results."

be free

How you view life plays a significant role in what and who you will______________.

become

Not answering questions the organization asked, indicates ____________ and lack of detail when writing a personal interest statement.

carelessness

To have Meaning in life you must have_____________.

celebration

To have Autonomy in life you must have _____________.

choice

Labor Market Information tells you about ______________.

cities & communities

You can use the results of an apptitude test to help select relevant _________ courses or when you are searching for jobs.

college

"The Occupational Outlook Handbook includes __________ information about the nature of work, working conditions, training and education, earnings, and job outlook for hundreds of different occupations."

detailed

Be specific and ____________ when constructing your personal interest statement to avoid general statements that are too vague to mean anything.

detailed

Transcripts, resumes, CVs, job histories, and applications are all important ___________ to have in front of you when writing a personal interest statement..

documents

When rewriting your personal interest statement focus on making your personal statement stronger and more concise. Make sure your essay is clear, readable, and_______________.

easy to follow

Getting a solid ________is an important foundation for any career.

education

Labor Market information tells you how to get_______required for the job.

education

"Career aptitude tests can be long, and sometimes even _____________ challenging."

emotionally

"In order to be successful in your job hunt, you need to be the type of ____________ that employers want to hire. "

employee

"If the barrier does not affect your job, then make sure the ____________ knows this."

employer

Call or visit your local _________ office to see if they offer career aptitude testing.

employment

The fastest growing Group of occupations is:

energy group

"While a fully constructed career choice process might provide a meaningful, productive, and satisfying direction for a career , careers are not always based upon facts, a career might be based upon opportunity, your love for something, or even the ________________ you wish to live in. "

environment

Studies stated that __________ has given students an upper hand in building a career.

relevant work experience

To have Connection in life you must have____________.

respect

To have physical well-being you must have____________.

rest

"Career aptitude tests provide a ________way to assess strengths and weaknesses, which might help you identify careers you are well-suited for."

scientific

A test should be___________ validated to provide useful information.

scientifically

The Occupations Handbook allows you to _______ for specific occupations several different ways.

search

The ______________ box is another way to find information on a specific occupation.

search

"Take your time answering the questions. If the test is long, you may get tired, and become tempted to _______ through the last questions. Resist the temptation, and do your best to go through each question carefully."

skim

Resources such as Career Outlook and the Occupational Outlook Handbook can help you get __________.

started

The personal interest statement, also known as a ______________, this essay gives the potential organization a chance to meet you.

statement of interest

Follow the basic introduction-body-conclusion __________ when writing the personal interest statement to makes your essay easy to follow.

structure

Vary sentence ___________ when constructing your personal interest statement, this demonstrates writing skills that most colleges and employers seek in a candidate.

structure

"These questions are designed to assess your skills, interests, and personality in order to give you ________ about careers most suitable for you."

suggestions

"Most occupations require some type of__________ or education after high school. On-the-job training, apprenticeships, certificates, non-degree awards, and various levels of college degrees are typically required for entry-level jobs."

? NOT certification

"You can participate in other activities in high school that may spark a________. Examples include yearbook committee, science club, and debate team."

? NOT job interest

"The _____________ is the collection of impressions in the appearance of the student s body and the impressions believed to have been made on others, good or bad. "

??? NOT environment

"About ___________ of high school graduates from the class of 2013 enrolled in college that fall, according to BLS: 42 percent in baccalaureate (4-year) colleges and 24 percent in 2-year schools. Of the remaining one-third of 2013 graduates, who opted not to go to college, 74 percent entered the labor force."

two-thirds

"Be aware that many online aptitude tests are not scientifically _________, and the quality of such tests can vary significantly."

validated

"A counselor may even be able to offer you _______ or temporary work, in certain fields suggested by the aptitude test."

volunteer

Labor Market information tells you _______ working conditions are like

what

Labor Market information tells you _______can stop you from getting the job.

what

Labor Market information tells you _______jobs will be available.

when

Labor Market Information tells you _______jobs can be found.

where

Labor Market information tells you _______is hiring.

who

"Talking directly to ___________ can help you get information about what they do. If you don t know workers in occupations that interest you, ask people such as parents, friends, or teachers for their contacts."

workers

An investment of your time and money in this type of service will likely be ____________.

worthwhile

One common barrier to employment might be___________.

Lacks basic skills

The Highest paying Group of occupations is:

Medical Group

"______________ values are reflections of our needs, desires, and what we care about most in life."

Personal

____________ of life may also be defined as having the energy and power a person needs to enjoy life and prevail over life's challenges irrespective of the handicaps he or she may have.

Quality

The definition of depth in the content of richness and fullness in day-to-day existence refers to:

Quality of Environment

"Sometimes, internships or other experiential learning positions are built into educational programs, and students receive ___________ for completing them. "

academic credit

Be willing to invest in a professional assessment that includes a scientifically validated career aptitude test and a thorough _________ of the results.

analysis

"Employers want people with the right skills to do the work, a personality that fits the company culture, _______________."

and a good work ethic

The number of jobs available for the occupation of Animal Care and Service Workers was:

"296,400"

The median pay for the occupation of Animal Care and Service Workers is:

11.13@ hour

"Some tests will have only a few questions, while others may have close to _________ questions."

250

One common barrier to employment might be___________.

Age

"__________-degrees, which may qualify you for occupations such as dental hygienist and funeral services manager, are available through public community colleges and other 2-year schools. "

Associate s

"_________ your results with your own career investigation. While a career aptitude test may be very useful when determining the right career for you, it is not the only way to do so."

Combine

One common barrier to employment might be___________.

Criminal record

Labor Market Information tells you about ______________.

Jobs

__________ your values will help you understand what to pursue and what to avoid.

Defining

_____________ rather than education seemed to carry more value in some career choices.

Experience

All schools provide career aptitude tests for all students

FALSE

Do you think the injury rate for the occupation of Animal Care and Service Workers would be?

High injury

Labor Market Information tells you about ______________.

Industry

" ____________ are temporary, supervised assignments designed to give students or recent graduates practical job training. "

Internships

The job outlook for the occupation of Animal Care and Service Workers is:

Much faster than average

One common barrier to employment might be___________.

No Education

The _____________ Outlook Handbook is a biennial publication by the United States Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Occupational

One of the ways to search occupations is to use the:

Occupational finder

"_____________organizations aim to promote career readiness. SkillsUSA, DECA, and the Future Business Leaders of America are just a few of the national-level groups that might have student chapters at your high school."

Student

Share a ______________ or example that demonstrates a particular value, belief, or characteristic when constructing your personal interest statement..

personal story

Highlight different parts of your resume or application that you could ___________ on when writing the personal interest statement..

expand

"Students can begin getting career-related _______ in high school through internships, employment, and other activities."

experiences

The administrators of these career aptitude assessments are _________ with successful guidance experience.

experts

"The Occupational Outlook Handbook is an excellent ______ stop to learning about a given career - what it entails, entry requirements, job prospects, and earning potential."

first

Understanding what you enjoy and what you re good at is the _________ step in exploring careers

first

Save the results of this test for ________ use.

future

Labor Market Information tells you about ______________.

future trends

Settling on just one occupation in ________ isn t necessary

high school

To have Peace in life you must have ___________.

hope

"Not all tests will have the same ________, so it is important that you take the time to understand any specific requirements the test may have."

instructions

"A counselor, can help you _________ the results of your test, and can help advise you on how you might apply the results. "

interpret

"Search the internet for___________ of the careers your aptitude test has suggested. This can help you determine which results are useful, and which are not. "

job descriptions

Labor Market Information tells you about ______________.

job statistcs

Another approach to identifying potential career interests is to consider _________ and the types of jobs they have.

local employers

" Taking an apptitude test can help you ________ the possibilities to a few choices that are suitable for you, "

narrow

The things that we value ultimately stem from our _________.

needs

The career that is perfect for you may be one you had not ____________ considered.

previously

"If possible, discuss the results of your career aptitude test with a guidance counselor, or other _______ professional."

qualified

"Defining your __________ values require you to really tap into yourself, make sure that you have your own space to think."

personal

Studies show that ______ in three college graduates who had a college degree were not employed in a career requiring a college degree.

one

"While it is important to eliminate results you know are not right for you, it is also important to keep an ________ mind. "

open

"An amount of time or a situation in which something can be done, a favorable juncture of circumstances, a good chance for advancement or progress"

opportunity

Choices or paths in life where the individual may or may not have a selection between one or more outcomes.

opportunity

"Summer or ____________ employment is another way to get experience. Paid jobs allow you to earn money, which can help you learn how to budget and save for future goals or expenses."

part-time

Learning how to write a _______________and taking the time to write a strong one will increase your chances of being accepted for a job.

personal interest statement