Key to the Future Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Warm-Up Questions CPS Questions Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

Key to the Future Lesson 1: Researching Careers Lesson 2: Self- Discovery Lesson 3: Career Paths Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  Selecting and Charting a Good Career Path  Careers Versus Jobs  Career Options  Career Planning Factors and Information Sources Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future Write down three jobs you can picture yourself doing over your lifetime that you believe would be satisfying, rewarding, and fun. You should think of them as possible careers. Make changes to your list as you think about the topics discussed throughout this chapter. Be prepared to share your choices with the rest of the class. Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  Find a career you are passionate about  Finding your passion for life’s work is a combination of research, self-discovery, and creating a career path Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  Career Path  Sequence of rigorous academic and career or technical courses leading to an associate’s degree, baccalaureate degree and beyond, or an industry-recognized certificate and/or license  Good grades are important  A greater understanding of math and science is required and constitute the growth of high- paying jobs between now and 2020 Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  This is the time to figure out your career path  You’re not stuck with the decision you make now  The average person undergoes several changes of careers in a lifetime Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future Learning Check Questions CPS Questions Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  On the handout provided, identify your long term career goals and the short term objectives needed to achieve your goals.  Be prepared to share your answers with the class. Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  A job is something that a person does to make a living  A career is something that defines a person’s working life The choice is up to you! Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  Provides opportunities for advancement  Provides opportunities for increased salary  Provides opportunities to apply your increased experience Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  Provides for a basic living – food & shelter  But may not give you a chance to improve your lifestyle  You perform specific duties within a specific time frame  Your ability to advance will be limited Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  Work doesn’t have to be boring  It’s also important to find something you enjoy  If you find something you like to do, you’ll probably do it well Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  Education  Broad-based learning  Training  Prepares you to perform a function that requires a specific set of skills Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future Learning Check Questions CPS Questions Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  On the handout provided, identify the activities you enjoy and possible career options that correlate with your activities.  Be prepared to share your answers with the class. Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  Working in the private sector  Working for the federal, state, or local government (including as a teacher)  Serving in the military Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Fotolia

Key to the Future 20 Fastest- Growing Occupations in the U.S. Source: Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future High- Growth Occupations Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Source:

Key to the Future FutureJobDecreases Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Source:

Key to the Future  You can earn 82% more with a high school diploma  Earnings are even greater with a bachelor’s degree or higher  By 2018, almost 47 million job openings will be created with 63% requiring some college education Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  Computer animation  Customer service representatives  Veterinary technicians and technologists  Dental assistants  Meeting, convention and event planners  Cybersecurity  Interpreters or translators  Brick or block mason  Teachers  Physical Therapy  Telecommunications engineering Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  Largest employer in the United States  Federal jobs are available in every state and large cities  The Office of Personnel Management is the employment agency for civilian jobs within the federal government: Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Fotolia

Key to the Future  Vacancy Announcement  Describes the skills and experience required to perform in a position  Closing Date  The cutoff point for an application  Visit for a list of federal jobs and helpful information Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  It offers on-the-job experience for students who finish their education  You must be working at least ½ the time toward a diploma, academic or vocational degree, or a degree  Visit for more information Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future Learning Check Questions CPS Questions Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  Using the Internet, research two career options.  Record your answers on the worksheet provided.  Be prepared to share your answers with the class. Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  Education  Experience  Skills and talents  Interests and temperament  Job availability  Earning potential  Personal needs Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  What is right for you: a job or a career?  Will you enter the workforce right after high school?  Will you pursue higher education?  Will you join the military? Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future 1. Discovering your attitudes, interests, abilities, and preferences 2. Gathering information 3. Matching your interests with occupations 4. Taking the steps to reach your career goal Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  The Occupational Outlook Handbook  Career information resource guide by the US Department of Labor   The Dictionary of Occupational Titles  Provides titles for thousands of jobs  dex.html Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  Books  Local Resources and Services  Newspapers  Chamber of Commerce  Networking Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future  The most widely used form of networking is the Internet  Social Network  Website that provides a virtual community  Facebook and LinkedIn are most popular Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Key to the Future Learning Check Questions CPS Questions Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  Read the article provided on the handout and answer questions related to the article.  Be prepared to share your answers with the class. Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  Selecting and Charting a Good Career Path  Careers Versus Jobs  Career Options  Career Planning Factors and Information Sources Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future CPS Review Questions CPS Questions Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS Chapter 3, Lesson 1

Key to the Future  We’ll learn about multiple intelligences, learning styles, career profiles and how they relate to school and career preferences Chapter 3, Lesson 1 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock