Unit A2 - Developing a Personal Progression Plan

Why have a progression plan?

• To know what my aim is

• To give me a target

• To give me small steps to achieve my career goals

• To find out my objectives

What is SMART?

• A list of objectives

• An acronym to guide your goal setting

• A list of goals

• • A way to guide your learning progression

What are the benefits of developing a progression plan?

• Saves you doing extra work in the future

• Provides direction on short/long term goals

• Allows you to jump ahead

• Keeps you busy

What does the "S" stand for in SMART?

• Specialised

• Scheduling

• Stagnant

• Specific

Which of these goals are a SMART goal?

• I want to start a business

• I want to pass my Level 1 course with a merit

• I want to start my Level 2 course by Sept 2024

• I want to complete my Unit A2 work before the deadline

What does the "M" stand for in SMART?

• Measurable

• Manageable

• Marketable

• Miscellaneous

Why have a career goal?

• To know what to do step by step

• To know what my skills are

• To plan ahead

• To give me focus

What does the "A" stand for in SMART?

• Abbreviated

• Available

• Attainable

• Applicable

How do you set up a progression goal?

• Identify your strengths and weaknesses

• Thinking about future career options

• Match your own skills and behaviors with progression goals

• Look for jobs on Google

What does the "R" in SMART stand for?

• Regulatory

• Relevant

• Reliable

• Reusability