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The Career Development Process

It is important to move from the inside out in your life journey. Ideally, you will be developing pathways with heart - engaging your talents in meaningful ways with the world's needs. There are many possibilities, yet it is important to start from knowledge about your skills, values, and interests.

Steps

  • 1. Self Assessment

    Begin the process by identifying your skills, interests, and values
  • 2. Exploration

    Explore and investigate possible majors and career options
  • 3. Evaluation & Decision Making

    Evaluate and make preliminary decisions based on knowledge about yourself, your experiences, values, and life/career goals
  • 4. Implementation

    Focus on a chosen career field and begin job hunt, graduate school application, or both