Career Path Planning

Whether you are just beginning uni or college or making a drastic career change, you should first sit down and do some career path planning to help prepare for your career of choice.

Assess Your Interests
Think about what you enjoy and what you are good at doing. Take career aptitude tests to determine if you have the kind of personality and values necessary to take on this career path.

Research Jobs and Company
Look into occupations in your career area of choice. Decide if the job outlook, salary and working conditions will meet your needs. Narrow your focus onto one or two specific jobs in your chosen career field.

Set a Career Goal
Research the kind of training, skills and education necessary to achieve your goal. Write down the clear steps on how you will pursue your career goal.

Select a School or Training Program
Find a university, college, trade school or training program that will help you prepare for your career of choice.

Attend Classes
Complete your coursework or degree. While in school, take part-time jobs or internships in the career that interests you.

Begin Your Job Hunt
Shortly before you graduate, prepare your resume and get career advice. Talk to a counselor at your career guidance centre for resume writing tips, job search and  job interview tips.

For more information and helpful tips visit Landing the Job.