STANDARD 5 CHAPTER 12
REVIEW-ANSWERS
PCC
What is the first step in the basic process of
planning a career?
The first step is to research the big picture by asking yourself questions such as which jobs are growing (job
outlook), what kind of education and training will you need, and does the career offer opportunities for advancement?
What is the purpose of a career plan?
To identify your skills and interests.
To find a career or career cluster that suits your skills and interests.
To determine the type of education and training you will need to succeed.
Should be SMART - Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely.
Should start long before high school graduation.
Make adjustments along the way.
Why is it important to revisit it?
So you can make adjustments or corrections. Your goals might change as you develop new interests and abilities so
your career plan will change, too.
List 5 things to include in your career plan.
1. An analysis of careers or career clusters that match personal skills, interests, and abilities.
2. an academic plan aligned with a selected career or career cluster.
3. An analysis of the outlook for the selected career or career cluster.
4. Assessment of the financial resources required to achieve goals.
5. Career Assessment.
What is the final step to complete your career self
assessment worksheet?
List your top 2 preferred career clusters- the clusters that best match your skills, interests and abilities
List at least 5 resources for identifying career
opportunities.
1. Networking
2. Online resources
3. Want ads
4. Career Counselors
5. Employment agencies
6. Job Fairs
What is one reason networking is an excellent way to
find career opportunities? How should you keep track
of your networking contacts?
Employers like to hire people who come with a recommendation from someone they know and trust.
→ You will have a record of each communication to help you stay organized and focused.
Why dress appropriately if/when you visit a career
fair?
When you attend a career fair, you are being evaluated as a potential employee. Company representatives are
looking for people to hire.
A map that shows you the way to achieve your
career?
Career Plan.
Job listings for specific positions printed in newspapers
or online.
Help wanted ads.
Core 40
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8 english credits
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6 science credits
→ 2 credits Bio
→ 2 credits Chem, Physics or ICP
→ 2 any Core 40 science class
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6 Math credits
→ 2 credits Algebra 1
→ 2 credits geometry
→ 2 credits Algebra II
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6 Social Studies credits
→ 2 credits US History
→ 1 credit Government
→ 1 credit Economics
→ 2 credits World History or Geography
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5 Directed Elective credits
→ World Languages
→ Fine Arts
→ Career & Technical Education
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2 PE credits
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1 Health & Wellness Credits
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8 Elective credits
Total 42 Credits
MUST pass the following ECA’s to earn this diploma English 10
Biology
Algebra
Academic Honors
→ World Languages
→ Fine Arts
→ Career & Technical Education
● 2 PE credits
● 1 Health & Wellness Credits
● 8 Elective credits
Total 42 Credits
MUST pass the following ECA’s to earn this diploma English 10
Biology
Algebra
Technical Honors
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Complete all core 40 requirements
Earn 6 credits in a college & career preparation course in a state approved CTE course
Earn a “C” or better in courses that count towards the diploma
Have a grade point average of “B” or better
Total 47 Credits
Dual Credit- define and list advantages for taking dual
credit courses
Define- Dual Credit courses are courses that can be taken to earn both high school and college credit
simultaneously.
Advantages - Credit is transferable to most colleges in Indiana, Helps reduce college tuition expenses
bc dual credit courses are often lower in cost or even free.
Define AP Courses
Advanced Placement courses provide rigorous and in-depth study in a number of subjects as well as preparation for
the AP national tests administered by the College Board, which are given in May each year.
What is the difference between Dual Credit and AP?
Dual Credit: ,Must meet college admission requirements or pass a test to determine eligibility, No test to take at the
end of the course, successfully completion of class will make you eligible for transcripted college credit
AP: Students are required to take the AP exam and may earn college credit if they score high enough. Generally,
at a 3, on a scale of 1-5, is required.
Define Prerequisites and give an example:
A thing that is required as a prior condition for something else to happen.
Ex: A prerequisite for the Early Childhood Class is Child Development and Advanced Child Development.
Define CTE courses
Career and Technical Education Course.
Helps prepare you for a career right after high school graduation.
Examples: Auto Collision, Welding, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts & Hospitality .
What GPA is needed to earn an academic honors
diploma? What is the minimum letter grade someone
can earn for this type of diploma?
You need a 3.0 GPA and can have no grade lower than a C in a class that will count toward your diploma.
List useful websites when career planning
1. bls.gov - OOH (Occupational outlook Handbook).
2. Indiana Career Explorer - Kuder Navigator.
3. Hoosier Hot 50.
8 English, 6 Math, 6 Science, 6 Social Studies, 6 World Language,
GPA is 3.5 but they earned a D in an elective art class.
Based on the information what type of diploma is the student most likely pursuing?
-Academic Honors diploma
8 English, 6 Math, 4 Social Studies, 5 Directed Electives, 2 PE, 1
Health, 6 CTE Electives.
Based on the information what type of diploma is the student most likely pursuing?
-Technical Honors Diploma.
Benefits of elective related to career planning
-explore career opportunities.
-learn social skills useful in career field.
-help you meet graduation credit requirements.
College interest requirements
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vary between colleges.
CORE 40 does NOT make students eligible for all colleges.
SAT or ACT Test scores.
HS transcript and GPA.