1. Beginning Your Career Path

2. When I grow up…
Secondary school prepares students for the world of work
It provides opportunities for academic and personal development

3. Have you ever thought about your career?
Career refers to all of your life experiences and your occupations
Secondary School is the place where you figure out what or who you wish to be when you grow older

4. Do you wish to be a chemist who can mix chemicals?

5. Or perhaps it is your desire to be a Veterinarian who cares for animals?

6. How exactly does Secondary School prepare you for your future career?
A wide range of subjects will help you figure out your likes and dislikes
School life helps you to develop specific skills necessary for your future.

7. Let’s take a Think Break!
Can you think of the careers that match up with the following series of images/pictures?
The answers are waiting for you at the end of this slide show. Good luck!

9. How else does Secondary School prepare students for careers?
Basic life skills needed for the workplace are developed
Some of these skills include: teamwork, communication, dedication, discipline and organization

10. How else does Secondary School prepare students for careers?
Habits needed for the world of work are also developed
Some of these habits are: regularity and punctuality

11. How else does Secondary School prepare students for careers?
Secondary School provides opportunities for certification.
Certification requires hard work and dedication.
Certification is proof that you are qualified to work in a particular area

12. ‘Think Break’ Answers Dj or Disc Jockey Photographer Florist
Footballer
Barber
Chef/ Cook/ Baker
Hope you figured them all out!

13. Start thinking about your career today!!!