1. Careers  Over the course of your lifetime, you may have several occupations, or how you make your living which are all part of your career.  It’s important to choose wisely when selecting a career.

2. Start thinking now…  As a 6 th grader you may not have any idea what you want to be when you grow up.  On the other hand you may already know this. Start thinking now…  As a 6 th grader you may not have any idea what you want to be when you grow up.  On the other hand you may already know this.

3.  Regardless of how you think now, it is important to begin researching career options at a your age so your better informed. Still…

4. Career Exploration  One of the most important choices you will ever make is deciding upon a career path.  It is important to be prepared as you begin to choose your career path.

5. Things To Think About When Choosing A Career  Make sure you explore several careers.  Job shadow and observe people in your career choice.  Talk to people in your profession  Do something you love.  Don’t be afraid to take risks

6. As you begin exploring careers, make sure you…  Choose a career that interests you  Choose a career that you are skilled at  Choose a career that is important to you

7. Interests  Your interests are things that you like to do or enjoy. These can range from a variety of topics.  When choosing a career it is important to know what your interests are and choose a career that fits those interests.  Choose a career that fits your interests will make the job more suitable for you.

8. Skills  Your skills are things that you are good at.  When choosing a career it is important to know what your skills are because different jobs require different skills.  It is important to choose a job in which you have some skill because that will help you be more successful at that job.

9. Values  Your values are things that important to use.  When choosing a career if you don’t value the work that you are doing, you won’t be successful as you could be at that job.  It is important to choose a job in which some of your values are in place because it will make that job more meaningful to you.

10. Let’s Get Started  Now with these tips in place, let’s begin your Career Exploration ! 1.Investigate Career Cluster 2.Career worksheet. 3.Career Brochure 4.Career Presentation