CHAPTER 1 - CAREER DEVELOPMENT
PROCESS EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
#1 - Growing -ANSThis is a time in early yrs (4-13) when you begin to have a sense
about the future. You begin to realize that your participation in the world is related to
being able to do certain tasks & accomplish certain goals.
#2 Exploring -ANSThis period begins when you are a teenager & it extends into your
mid twenties. In this stage you find that you have specific interests & aptitudes. You are
aware of your inclinations to perform & learn about some subjects more than others.
You may try out jobs in your community or at school. At this stage you have some
detailed data points about careers which will guide you in certain directions.
#3 Establishing -ANSThis period covers your mid twenties through mid forties. By now
you are selecting or entering a field you consider suitable & you are exploring job
opportunities that will be stable. You are also looking for upward growth so you may be
thinking about an advanced degree.
#4 Maintaining -ANSThis stage is typical for people in their mid forties to mid sixties.
You may be in an upward pattern of learning new skills and staying engaged. But you
might also be merely coasting & cruising or even feeling stagnant. You may be taking
stock of what you've accomplished & where you still want to go.
#5 Reinventing -ANSIn your mid sixties your are likely transitioning into retirement. But
retirement in our technologically advanced world can be just the beginning of a new
career or pursuit - a time when you can reinvent yourself. There are many new interests
to pursue, including teaching others what you've learned, volunteering, starting online
businesses consulting, etc.
Career resources at college -ANS- career development center / CTE Center
- Access to resources on careers & training programs
- Employment preparation workshops (resume, interview, LinkedIn)
- Undecided Majors Counseling appointments
- Employment services include job listings & on campus interviews
Career roadmap -ANS- know yourself
- explore & choose options
- gain knowledge & experience
- put it all together; the job search process
Plan -ANSWhat are your goals & objectives
PROCESS EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
#1 - Growing -ANSThis is a time in early yrs (4-13) when you begin to have a sense
about the future. You begin to realize that your participation in the world is related to
being able to do certain tasks & accomplish certain goals.
#2 Exploring -ANSThis period begins when you are a teenager & it extends into your
mid twenties. In this stage you find that you have specific interests & aptitudes. You are
aware of your inclinations to perform & learn about some subjects more than others.
You may try out jobs in your community or at school. At this stage you have some
detailed data points about careers which will guide you in certain directions.
#3 Establishing -ANSThis period covers your mid twenties through mid forties. By now
you are selecting or entering a field you consider suitable & you are exploring job
opportunities that will be stable. You are also looking for upward growth so you may be
thinking about an advanced degree.
#4 Maintaining -ANSThis stage is typical for people in their mid forties to mid sixties.
You may be in an upward pattern of learning new skills and staying engaged. But you
might also be merely coasting & cruising or even feeling stagnant. You may be taking
stock of what you've accomplished & where you still want to go.
#5 Reinventing -ANSIn your mid sixties your are likely transitioning into retirement. But
retirement in our technologically advanced world can be just the beginning of a new
career or pursuit - a time when you can reinvent yourself. There are many new interests
to pursue, including teaching others what you've learned, volunteering, starting online
businesses consulting, etc.
Career resources at college -ANS- career development center / CTE Center
- Access to resources on careers & training programs
- Employment preparation workshops (resume, interview, LinkedIn)
- Undecided Majors Counseling appointments
- Employment services include job listings & on campus interviews
Career roadmap -ANS- know yourself
- explore & choose options
- gain knowledge & experience
- put it all together; the job search process
Plan -ANSWhat are your goals & objectives
