5. As a school student, navigating the world of careers be process of discovering your
passions, exploring different paths, and developing the skills needed to achieve your
goals.
Why?
Students find a new or
different major which
supports their
interests, values,
passion, or personality.
Students choose a
career that is practical
– something that will
pay the bills.
No one asked the right
questions at the initial
admissions intake
process.
Students may listen to
outside influences on
what career they
should go into.
Reference: National
Center for Education
Statistics, 2013.
6. 3 Stages of Career Exploration
Stage 1 :
Determine
Your Interests
1
Stage 2:
Discover Your
Career
2
Stage 3: Plan
your Goals
3
7. Stage 1: Determine Your Interests
Knowing about yourself is the basis of career decision-making.
What are your interests, skills, and values? What is important to
you about your work? What are your personal traits and
characteristics? Ask yourself:
» What do I like to do?
» What do I value?
» What motivates me? What keeps my curiosity?
» What skills do I possess? What new ones can I develop?
8. Stage 2: Discover Your Career
Learning about the careers, types of jobs, educational
requirements, and job functions are important in
understanding the careers that fit your interests and goals.
You may ask yourself:
» What are examples of careers in my chosen major or
field of interest?
» What job titles interest me?
» What type of work environments do I like?
» Where can I go to research my chosen career or field of
interest?
9. Stage 3: Plan your Goals
Please take what you have learned about yourself and
piece it together with the reality of the world of work.
Begin to evaluate career options that are practical for
you. Use decision-making and action-planning skills to
identify successful career and life plans. Some
important questions include:
» Do I have the resources to pursue these options?
» What challenges might be presented during my
educational pursuit? In the job market?
» What else do I need to know to identify my career
objectives?
» Do I need to conduct more self-assessment or
career research to make a career decision?
13. Diploma after 10th (Polytechnic Path)
Duration: 3 years
Popular Diploma Streams:
Engineering Fields:
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Science Engineering
Advantages of Diploma:
• You can join 2nd year of BE/B.Tech through lateral entry after
completing the diploma.
• Having the opportunity to appear in government exams.
(Having degree qualification)
14. Choosing 11th and 12th (Higher Secondary Education Path)
• Duration: 2 years
Streams in 11th and 12th:
• Science:
• With Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (for engineering)
• With Biology (for medical and life sciences)
• Computer Science:
• With Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (for engineering)
• Commerce:
• Accounts, Business Studies, Economics
• Suitable for careers in business, finance, and management.
Advantages of 11th & 12th:
• Opens up a wider range of courses (like Medicine, Law, Management, Arts, etc.) in the
future.
• Good if you plan to pursue professional courses like BE/BTech, MBBS, or BSc.
• Having the opportunity to appear in government exams.(Having degree qualification)
15. Benefits of Having 7.5 reservation
Completed Class 6 to 12 in government
schools (fully or partially government-
funded)
For government school students have
Counselling opportunities - free from
college and hostel fee
Use this opportunity to get top college
with good marks.
16. Knowing yourself sets the stage for
choosing careers that are right for you. It
makes sense to choose a career that fits
your personality strengths, values,
interests, and skills.
Career Planning…Personality, Interest,
& Values Assessments
19. Career Exploration
Help each student reach their potential
by seeking career guidance they need to
start a career path that leads to a
rewarding future.
Editor's Notes
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