Job Exploration
This is a summary of what a job requires and the skills needed to do it
What is a job description?
A short-term opportunity where students can observe a professional in their career field
What is job shadowing?
When you speak up for yourself and your needs in the workplace, you are practicing ___.
What is self-advocacy?
This type of school offers two-year degrees and certifications.
What is a community college?
When arriving at work, you should always be ___.
What is on time?
This term refers to something a person is naturally good at and enjoys doing.
What is a strength or skill?
This type of hands-on learning experience provides job training while earning money.
What is an internship/apprenticeship?
This law protects individuals with disabilities from workplace discrimination.
What is the Americans with Disabilities Act [ADA]?
This type of financial aid does not need to be paid back.
What is a scholarship or grant?
If you make a mistake at work, the best way to handle it is ___.
What is admit it and fix it?
This website allows you to search for job openings based on location and industry.
What is Indeed/LinkedIn/Zip-Recruiter?
If you don’t understand a task at work, the best way to handle it is to ___.
What is ask for help/clarification?
If you need extra time to complete a task because of a disability, you can request this.
What is a workplace accommodation?
The test used to determine college eligibility that includes math, reading, and writing sections.
What is the SAT or ACT?
Name three important soft skills that employers look for.
What are teamwork, communication, and problem-solving?
This professional document highlights your skills, experience, and education.
What is a résumé?
When doing an internship, it is important to make connections with professionals. This is called ___.
What is networking?
Give an example of a reasonable accommodation for someone who struggles with reading.
What is text-to-speech software/audiobooks?
Name two differences between a trade school and a traditional college.
What are time to complete and type of training?
What should you wear to a job interview?
What is professional or business casual attire?
Name three different career pathways in the healthcare field.
What are nursing, physical therapy, and medical coding?
Name two benefits of participating in a work-based learning program.
What are gaining experience and building skills?
True or False: You must disclose your disability to an employer before getting hired.
What is false?
Name one service that a college disability office can provide.
What is note-taking assistance or extended test time?
Describe how to respond professionally to constructive criticism.
What is listen, ask questions, and apply feedback?