Career Pathway Questionnaire

What is a career pathway?

• A single job that you will have for your entire life.

• A series of jobs and experiences that lead to a specific career goal.

• A random selection of jobs in different fields.

• A list of hobbies unrelated to work.

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when choosing a career pathway?

• Personal interests and strengths.

• Job market trends and opportunities.

• The career choices of your friends.

• Required education and training.

Why is it important to set career goals when exploring career pathways?

• To ensure you never change your mind about your career.

• To provide direction and motivation in your career journey.

• To impress your friends and family.

• To avoid having to make any decisions about your future.

What role do internships play in career exploration?

• They are only useful for earning money.

• They provide hands-on experience and insight into a specific career field.

• They guarantee a full-time job after completion.

• They are irrelevant to career exploration.

How can networking benefit your career exploration process?

• It allows you to avoid making any career decisions.

• It helps you connect with professionals who can offer guidance and opportunities.

• It ensures you will never face any challenges in your career.

• It is only useful for socializing and making friends.

Which is the best example of job shadowing?

• Brittany has a Zoom call with a physical therapist to discuss job requirements

• Tiffany travels to the hospital and observes a nurse for a shift to better understand the responsibilities of a nurse

• Alexa emails a lawyer and asks what she should do following high school to get into law school

• Katie texts her friend that is a real estate agent to ask for help on the real estate exam

Which is the best way to prepare for your future career while still in school?

• Waiting until graduation to think about it

• Listening to your friends opinions

• Participating in extra -curricular activities and volunteering

• Skipping classes and only attending the classes you like

How can volunteering impact your career exploration?

• It is not recognized by employers.

• It allows you to gain experience and skills relevant to your career interests.

• It takes time away from studying.

• It is only beneficial for personal satisfaction.

What should you consider when researching potential career fields?

• How much money your friends make in their jobs.

• The required qualifications and potential for growth in that field.

• The popularity of the field among your peers.

• The opinions of family members about your choices.