Getting Started

Career planning is a process. Begin by identifying your skills, interests, and other personal factors. Next, explore opportunities, learning more about job prospects in different areas. Then use what you learn to choose an occupation that is a good match for you. Career planning is a life-long process of preparing to make not one, but many decisions. Making informed decisions, setting short and long-term goals, and taking the steps to achieve these goals will provide you with a road map for a successful career.

The process of career exploration and planning includes the following steps:

Step 1
Know Yourself

Step 2
Know What’s Out There

Step 3
Make an Informed Decision – Assess Your Idea

Step 4
Create an Action Plan – How To Get There