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Exploring Career Paths

Students will explore various career paths and understand the educational and training steps required to pursue them. They will analyze different professions and create a plan for a chosen career, connecting classroom learning to real-world applications.

This lesson empowers students to make informed decisions about their future and understand the importance of planning educational and career pathways.

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15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Overview

10 minutes

Step 2

Guided Discussion

15 minutes

Step 3

Hands-On Activity

20 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up & Reflection

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome to Career Exploration!

Introduce the topic and set expectations for the lesson. Use this slide to grab attention and outline the purpose of the deck.

What is a Career Path?

Provide an overview of what a career path is. Explain the connection between education, training, and career success.

Examples of Career Paths

Showcase several examples of careers. Highlight diverse fields such as healthcare, technology, and business. Use visuals to make connections more evident.

Steps to Success

Discuss the typical steps required to enter and advance in a career. Mention education milestones such as high school graduation, college degrees, and vocational training.

Planning Your Career Path

Encourage students to visualize their journey. Discuss how goals can help in planning steps toward their future careers.

Key Takeaways

Summarize the key points and prepare students for the interactive discussion and planning activities that will follow.

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