In this course, students engage in a variety of learning activities such as lecture, small group discussions, group assessment, structured independent learning assignments, and use of video or online resources.
- Career development processes throughout the lifespan
- Interests, personality, values, and skills assessment
- Occupational research and the effects of labour market trends
- Decision making, goal setting and action planning
- Employability skills and factors for success
- Self-management: time management, stress, and coping
- Interpersonal communications skills and assertiveness
- Understanding of self, social thinking, and social influence
- Relationship management: with families, friendships, relationships, and co-workers
- Influences of significant life experiences and transitions
- Mental health literacy and stigma reduction
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of the internal and external factors that influence career and life choices;
- Apply career development skills related to occupational exploration, research, and decision-making;
- Identify possible areas of personal development;
- Attain skills to enhance success in their career, academics, and personal life.
Assessment will be based on course objectives and will be carried out in accordance with the ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½Evaluation Policy. An evaluation schedule is presented at the beginning of the course. This is a graded course.
Due to the interactive nature of this course, regular attendance is necessary to maximize student learning. Graded in-class activities make up a significant portion of the final grade. The specific course assignments and their weighting will be determined by the instructor. These may include:
- Completion of in class exercises;
- Quizzes to test knowledge of concepts;
- Submission of journal reports or other self –reflective exercises describing the learning that has occurred as a result of the class activities, exercises, materials and/ or discussions;
- Submission of a life history narrative;
- Submission of a career summary report;
- Submission of written assignments analyzing and applying vocational or self-assessment results and theory;
- Attendance and participation marks awarded for course participation.
Textbooks and materials are to be purchased by students. A list of required textbooks and materials is provided for students at the beginning of the semester.
Example materials may include:
- Strong Interest Inventory or other psychometric assessments;
- free open access textbook chapters;
- textbook for purchase may be required.