Career Exploration – Course Syllabus
Instructor: Mr. Billy Pitcher
Classroom A117; Office Room A113
Email: billy.pitcher@lz95.org
Phone: 540-4661 Voicemail: 4308
Required Text: Succeeding in the World of Work. McGraw Hill
Supplies: Folder, Paper, pen/pencil
Topics Covered
Chapters
Unit 1 Self Assessment
2
Meyers-Briggs Personality Type, Learning Profile
Objective: Understand your personality, strengths & weaknesses to improve study
habits and help identify enjoyable, successful career options.
Unit 2 Exploring Careers
1, 3, 5
Bureau of Labor & Statistics; Career qualifications, salary, projected need
Objective: Explore the world of work by studying 16 career clusters, learn about
new career opportunities and set up a personal plan.
Unit 3 Finding a Job
6
Internet and other job research methods; career matchmaker
Objective: Use job research tools to identify job openings and the best matches for
your personality and strengths.
Unit 4 Joining the Workforce
7, 8
Resume, Job Application, Online Applications, Cover Letter, Interview & Follow-up
Objective: Create a resume, complete sample job applications and business letters.
Unit 5 Professional Development
10, 13
Business Ethics and Professionalism
Objective: Learn and practice desirable professional qualities and business ethics
Unit 6 Life Skills
14-16, 18, 20
Speaking, Listening, Time and Money Management Skills.
Objective: Develop and improve leadership and teamwork skills. Improve communication,
time management and money management skills
* Projects will be completed in each unit involving internet research, computer application skills or oral presentation.
A
90% ↑
Grading:
B
80-89%
Daily Assignments 50%
C
70-79%
Unit Projects 50%
D
60%-69%
F
59% ↓
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
CLASS RULES: Students are expected to respect themselves, the teacher, fellow students, and school
property. Behavior threatening the effectiveness of learning in the classroom WILL NOT be tolerated and
will result in disciplinary action.
All rules outlined in the student handbook are to be observed in the classroom. In addition to these rules, the
following must be adhered to while in class:
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Raise your hand before talking in class.
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Be in your seat when the bell rings; stay in your seat until the bell rings. Do not line up at the door.
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Cheating will result in an automatic zero-this is your warning! Do your own work.
TARDIES:
Each student receives one warning; all tardies thereafter result in detentions. If you are late,
bring a pass or you will be marked tardy-no exceptions!
LEAVING CLASS: You will be permitted to leave for emergencies only. Abuse of privileges will result in
loss of privileges. Do not ask to get up in the middle of a lecture, video or discussion
LATE WORK: Missing work from absent students can be turned in as outlined in the student handbook.
Late work from students not related to an absence is accepted one day after the due date at half credit. You
are responsible for missed work-come to see me if you have been absent or late.
WEBSITE: Check the course website through the links on www.lz95.org. Assignments, projects, due dates
and class news will be posted on the website. Grades will be updated and posted weekly on E-School.
BEHAVIOR: Respect others, you, the instructor and the school. Any disrespecting or inappropriate behavior
will result in removal from class and/or dean referral.
*If there are any questions or problems please feel free to see, call or email me. If you make the effort to
come see me and set up a time I will be available to meet with you.
Final Notes
1. This Is Important
2. You Can Do It
3. I Won’t Give Up On You