REVIEW #1 - Exploring College and Career Paths

Which of the following is the best way to compare two different career options to decide which one might be a better fit for you?

• Choose the one your friends prefer

• Research job responsibilities, required education, and potential salary for both careers

• Pick the one with the shortest job title

• Select the one that sounds more interesting

If you are interested in a career in healthcare, which step would help you explore this field further?

• Watch a movie about doctors

• Interview a nurse or doctor about their daily work

• Buy a stethoscope

• Wear a lab coat to school

You have identified your top three college choices. What is the most effective way to compare them?

• Look at the colors of their school mascots

• Compare their academic programs, campus life, and tuition costs

• Choose the one closest to your home

• Ask your neighbor which one they like

Which of the following actions best demonstrates using your interests to explore possible careers?

• Ignoring your hobbies when thinking about jobs

• Matching your favorite school subjects with related careers

• Choosing a career at random

• Asking your parents to pick a job for you

If you want to develop a skill that is important for your future career, what is a good first step?

• Wait until you are older

• Find classes or activities that help you practice that skill

• Hope you learn it by accident

• Ignore the skill and focus on something else

Which of the following is the best way to use a career interest inventory?

• Take the inventory and ignore the results

• Use the results to research careers that match your interests

• Only look at the first career listed

• Share your results with no one

You are creating a resume for a part-time job. Which of the following should you do to make your resume effective?

• List your favorite TV shows

• Include your skills, education, and any volunteer experience

• Write only your name and phone number

• Use emojis instead of words

If you want to learn more about a college’s campus life, which action would be most helpful?

• Read the college’s cafeteria menu

• Attend a campus tour or talk to current students

• Look at the college’s logo

• Guess what campus life is like

When planning for a career, why is it important to consider the required education or training?

• So you can skip school

• To know what steps you need to take to qualify for the job

• Because everyone needs the same education

• To avoid learning new things

Which of the following is the best way to prepare for a college interview?

• Memorize random facts about the college

• Practice answering common interview questions and research the college

• Wear pajamas to the interview

• Arrive late on purpose