Career Exploration
What is the first thing you need to do when exploring career options?
A self assessment.
What is a Resume?
A document that describes who you are and what you're good at.
What is an interview?
A conversation between you and a employer.
What does post secondary mean?
Education after high school.
What are skills?
The ability to do something well.
What kind of goal can you set to get your dream career?
SMART Goals!
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Relevant
Time-Based
How long should a resume be?
No longer than 1-2 pages.
Why do employers have interviews?
The employer asks questions to learn about you and your skills. They want to see if you are a good choice for the job.
What are the different types of schools you can do after High School?
University
College
Trades
Give one example of a skill.
Creativity
Organizational
Leadership
Communication
Numerical
Technical
What do you need to do to learn about different careers?
Research.
What are skills you can put on a resume?
Detail Oriented
Punctuality
Time Management
Organized
Problem Solving
Great Communication
What do you bring to an interview?
Your resume! Cover letter if needed.
What is one Post Secondary Institution in Edmonton?
University of Alberta
Macewan University
Concordia University
NAIT
Norquest College
CDI College
What skill is this?
This skill means that you are good at speaking and listening to others.
Communication Skills.
What is an important step that helps you connect with professionals and organizations (like A4HC)?
Networking!
If you don't have work experience, what can you put on your resume?
Volunteering experience!
What do you wear to an interview?
Business Casual
What is the difference between a part time student, and a full time student?
Part time: Taking 1-3 classes per semester.
Full time: Taking 4-6 classes per semester.
What skill is this?
This skill means that you are good at guiding and telling people what to do. You are the captain.
Leadership Skills
What is Career Exploration
The process of discovering and learning about:
Jobs
Ourselves
Academic pathways
Who should you contact if your resume needs fixing?
Hermella Haile
hermella.haile@a4hc.ca
What do you say when an employer asks you to "Tell me about yourself?"
Present.
Past.
Future.
What's the difference between Alberta and Canada Student Loans?
Alberta: Payment starts 12 months after you leave school. There is also an interest on your loans.
Canada: Payment starts 6 months after you leave school. There is no interest on your loans.
What are the people skills to describe how to work with others?
Soft Skills