Career Discovery Checklist for Students
A structured checklist to guide career discovery.
Self-understanding
☐ I can describe some things I naturally do well. ☐ I know several skills I currently possess. ☐ I know which skills I want to develop. ☐ I have considered my personal values. ☐ I know activities that genuinely interest me.
Career exploration
☐ I have researched several careers. ☐ I know what people in those careers actually do. ☐ I have examined required education and skills. ☐ I have considered the work environment. ☐ I have investigated more than one pathway.
Experience
☐ I have completed at least one relevant project. ☐ I have tried volunteering, leadership, work experience, or another practical activity. ☐ I am keeping evidence of what I have done.
Decision-making
☐ I know why each career option interests me. ☐ I know what assumptions I still need to test. ☐ I have discussed my options with informed people. ☐ I understand that exploration can continue after making a course decision.
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