Scope and Sequence
Career Development
Cluster:
Career Preparation II (Two to Three Credits)
Course Name:
Career
Preparation II develops essential knowledge and skills through classroom technical instruction and on-theCourse Description:
job training in an approved business and industry training area. Students will develop skills for lifelong learning,
employability, leadership, management, work ethics, safety, and communication as a group; however, each student
will have an individual training plan that will address job-specific knowledge and skills. Approved training sponsors
will provide paid occupational training for a student. The training sponsor will assist the teacher in providing the
necessary knowledge and skills for the student's specific career preparation.
Course
Requirements:
Equipment:
This course is recommended for students in Grade 12. Recommended prerequisite: Career Preparation I.
Required:
Access to computer lab (1:2 computer:student ratio) with internet access, printer, teacher computer station,
projector and screen
Recommended:
Dedicated computer lab (1:1 computer:student ratio) with internet access, printer, teacher computer station,
projector and screen
Units of Study
Knowledge and Skills
Student Expectations
A. Career Advancement
(1) The student uses and evaluates (A) create a professional electronic portfolio, including a
employability skills to maintain a
twq- to four-year individual career plan of study, resumé,
position in a company.
cover letter, awards, commendations, and thank you
(B) obtain letters of recommendation
(C) expand personal communication skills
(D) refine interview skills
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Units of Study
B. Critical Employment
Skills
C. Professional Character
D. Career Academic
Credentials
Knowledge and Skills
Student Expectations
(2) The student develops advanced (A) maintain appropriate grooming and appearance for
knowledge and skills associated
the workplace
with success in the workplace.
(B) demonstrate positive interpersonal skills, including
respect for diversity
(C) demonstrate appropriate business and personal
etiquette in the workplace
(D) exhibit productive work habits, attitudes, and ethical
practices
(E) evaluate consequences for breach of personal and
occupational safety practices in the workplace
(F) prioritize work to fulfill responsibilities and meet
deadlines
(3) The student applies work ethics, (A) evaluate personal integrity and its effects on human
job expectations, multicultural
relations in the workplace
considerations, and communication (B) evaluate characteristics of successful working
skills in the workplace.
relationships such as teamwork, conflict resolution, selfcontrol, and the ability to accept criticism
(C) recognize and appreciate diversity in the workplace
(D) analyze employer expectations
(E) exhibit productive work habits and attitudes
(F) communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
(G) analyze ethical standards
(H) comply with organizational policies and procedures
(7) The student applies the use of
(A) evaluate effective interpersonal and team-building
self-development techniques and
skills involving situations with coworkers, managers, and
interpersonal skills to improve
customers
personal development.
(B) participate in leadership and career-development
activities
(4) The student uses academic
(A) apply critical- and creative-thinking skills to solve
knowledge and skills in the
(B) integrate mathematical concepts into business
workplace.
transactions
(C) analyze and apply data from tables, charts, and
graphs to find solutions to problems
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Units of Study
E. Legal Rights and
Protections
F. 21st Century Learning
Opportunities
Knowledge and Skills
Student Expectations
(D) apply effective listening skills used in the workplace
(E) read and write technical reports and summaries
(F) apply effective verbal, nonverbal, written, and
electronic communication skills
(5) The student recognizes legal
(A) evaluate provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act
responsibilities of the workplace.
(B) analyze the legal consequences of breach of
confidentiality
(C) research and describe laws governing the different
professions
(6) The student recognizes the
(A) identify various methods criminals use to obtain
dangers of identity theft.
information
(B) research how to avoid becoming a victim
(8) The student recognizes
(A) apply safe working practices to training station
knowledge and skills related to
(B) evaluate unsafe work practices and attitudes
safety in the workplace.
(C) evaluate the role of Occupational Safety and Health
Administration regulations in the workplace
(D) recognize the importance of applying safety rules in
all situations
(E) analyze health and wellness practices that influence
job performance
(9) The student acquires the
(A) research and identify current or emerging
occupations
academic and technical skills for
future education and employment in (B) analyze future employment outlook
high-skill, high-wage, or high(C) research entrepreneurial opportunities
demand occupations.
(D) analyze rewards and demands for various levels of
employment
(E) identify the academic and technical entry
requirements for employment in various high-skill, highwage, or high-demand occupations
(F) identify and pursue opportunities, available in high
school and post secondary, to acquire the necessary
academic and technical skills for employment in highskill, high-wage, or high-demand occupations
(G) evaluate the rights and responsibilities of employers
and employees
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Units of Study
Knowledge and Skills
Student Expectations
(H) apply money-management and financial-planning
techniques
(10) The student identifies skills and (A) evaluate and compare employment options such as
salaries, benefits, and prerequisites
attributes necessary for
professional advancement.
(B) compare rewards and demands for various levels of
employment in a variety of careers
(C) determine continuing education opportunities that
enhance career advancement and promote lifelong
learning
(D) determine preparation requirements for levels of
employment in a variety of careers
(E) determine interests, abilities, personal priorities, and
family responsibilities affecting career choice
(F) demonstrate effective methods to secure, maintain,
and terminate employment
Resources:
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DYC
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Career City
Careerfile
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Units of Study
Knowledge and Skills
Student Expectations
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www.careers.org
www.communication-skills4confidence.com
www.doi.gov/octc/occupat2.htm
Career Resource Center
www.dol.gov/21cw/resources
U.S. Department of Labor 21st Century Workforce Office
Department of Labor: Employment and Training
Administration
Entrepreneur
CareerForward
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www.entrepreneur.com
www.eschoolnews.com
www.explore.cornell.edu/careers/ex
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www.goodcharacter.com
www.hr.duke.edu/policies/expectati
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www.jobaccess.org
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www.mindtools.com
www.monster.com
www.myfuture.com
www.mymoney.gov
www.osha.gov
www.quintcareers.com
www.rileyguide.com
www.score.org
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www.workrights.org
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How to Master Communication Skills & Confidence
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Ethics in the Workplace
Duke Human Resources
Job Access
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Monster.com
My Future
Financial Literacy Education Commission
Occupational Safety & Health Administration
Quintessential Careers
The Riley Guide
SCORE
One-Stop Career Centers
Access CAREERS
National Workrights Institute
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