Career Planning

Get to Know Yourself
There are many resources available to help students explore their personal interests, skills, values, personality, abilities and learning style. Students should speak to their Guidance Counsellor or Career Practitioner or view the following materials:

Career Cruising (obtain password from your Guidance Counsellor or Career Practitioner)

Research Careers
Explore many occupations, considering working conditions, skills required, opportunities for advancement, labour market forecasts, education/training required.

Experience the World of Work
School Off-Campus Programs, Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP), Summer Internships, Volunteer, Employment, Job Shadow, Informational Interviews.

Explore Educational Options  
College, Apprenticeship, University, Technical School, Up-Grading

Decision Making
Review the information you've gathered. Do you need more? There is no “right” decision, only a "best" decision. Be sure to focus on the journey, be flexible and recognize that change is constant.

Plan & Take Action
Plan finances for post-secondary education.