Making Career Decisions

Career decision making and planning takes time, energy and commitment; because it is a lifelong process not an event. The CDC is here to support you in your career decision-making throughout your college years and beyond. You can get started by making an appointment with a counselor or by attending Jumpstart, or by completing the following:

  • Check out the Recommended Time-Table
  • Learn About Yourself:
    In order to make a career decision, an individual must first clearly understand themselves in order to have a frame of reference from which to explore the world of work. A number of self assessment tools are available free of charge: The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, the Campbell Interest and Skill Survey, the Self Directed Search and the Strong Interest Inventory are useful tools in career counseling. You'll be able to better answer questions such as:

    • Who am I? Find out what you are really interested in doing with your life. Learn what your interests, skills and personality type is and how these factors may effect your chances for success within a chosen career area.

    • What work opportunities exist for me? Explore how to match your interests and your skills to specific careers. Research occupations and find out if a graduate degree is necessary requirement.

  • Make Decisions:
    This can sometimes be the hardest part, particularly if you haven't had much experience in making decisions for yourself but a CDC counselor can help with this process; set up an appointment today!
  • Understanding the World of Work:
    Most students are not aware of the variety of careers and job paths available to them. Here are some good places to start :