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Future Quest Lesson Plan

Students will investigate a range of careers and skilled trades, reflect on personal interests, and begin mapping actionable steps toward their future goals.

This lesson shows students how classroom learning connects to real-world careers, promotes self-awareness, and kick-starts early career planning skills.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Career Exploration

5 minutes

Step 2

Interest Inventory Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Career Profiles Exploration

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Next Steps

5 minutes

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Career Profiles

Welcome students. Introduce the slide deck: “We’re going to explore different careers and trades so you can see what daily work looks like, what skills you’ll need, and how to prepare.”

Software Developer

Read through each bullet and elaborate. Ask: “What do you think a typical day looks like for a software developer?”

Electrician

Explain that electricians work both indoors and outdoors, often alongside construction teams. Prompt: “Why might hands-on skills be important here?”

Graphic Designer

Highlight how creativity meets technology. Ask: “What software tools might a graphic designer use?”

Automotive Technician

Discuss how diagnostic tools are used. Prompt: “How does technology shape modern auto repair?”

Your Reflection

Invite students to pick one career they found most interesting, and write down why. Then ask for a volunteer or two to share.

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