Research should include using valid sources to find information about
- career opportunities and the benefits or disadvantages of chosen occupations
- job descriptions
- working conditions, including salary expectations, requirements for employment, advancement opportunities, and workplace policies that help employees balance work and family life
- training, education, and certification requirements and the costs and benefits of various training options
- workplace trends and needs (e.g., skilled trades).
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What are the four career pathways within FCS?
- Why is it important to research a variety of interested careers?
Communication
- Which communication skills are necessary to gather and evaluate information for career research?
- What resources are available for researching career options? Which are most reliable?
Leadership
- What skills can be most effective for career attainment?
- How can networking be used effectively in career selection or attainment?
Management
- How can researching a company or career before an interview benefit your chances of getting hired?
- How can career selection affect future goals?
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