Competency Area VI: Career Exploration

VI.1 Knowledge of technology and online search skills

Learning Objectives

• VI.1.1 Model the routine, intentional and effective use of technology and online search skills

Selected Activities

• List and describe current online resources available for career exploration

Demonstration of Learning - Show What You Know!

• Develop, maintain, and demonstrate the use of an updated resource list related to search strategies and resources for job skills and readiness
• Demonstrate ability to use a variety of technologies to conduct an online job search

Resources Developed by NCWD/Youth and Partners

• Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). (2005). National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth -- About ODEP and ODEP Grants, Activities, and Programs

Other Resources

• ARCH (2004). A Legal Resource Centre for Persons with Disabilities.
• Ball State University (n.d.). Career Center Resources.
• CareerBuilder.com (n.d.).
• Career Circuit (n.d.). Tutorials.
• CareerOneStop Staff Coach (n.d.).
• Hoffman, A. (2005). Show Your Skills on Your IT Resume. Monster.com.
• Job Bank (2005). Skills for Job Retention.
• Maze Master (2005). Job Search Techniques.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Skills.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Tools Portal.
• Monster.com (n.d.).
  • Interactive tools site.
  • Random question interview generator.
  • Resume readiness quiz.
  • Perfect career quiz.
  • Other interactive tools.
• NextSteps.org (n.d.). Job Search Strategies Module.
• NIEFS (n.d.). Job Search Skills Portal.
• O*NET (n.d.). O*NET Online.
• USAJOBS (n.d.).
• VA Tech (2005). Job Search Tools and Skills Resources.
• YMCA (2005). Job Seeking Tips.

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VI.2 Knowledge of tools and processes for career exploration

Learning Objectives

• VI.2.1 Model the routine, intentional, and effective use of tools and processes for career exploration

Selected Activities

• Explore Monster.com's perfect career quiz and other interactive tools that help match preferences and skill standards with jobs and careers
• Engage in the Career Circuit D3. Helping Youth with Work Search and Work Maintenance Strategies tutorial

Demonstration of Learning - Show What You Know!

• Develop a plan that provides sequentially more in-depth experiences with youth to help explore career options and next steps

Resources Developed by NCWD/Youth and Partners

• National Youth Employment Coalition. (n.d.). PEPNet Online Index to Quality Practices, 3.4 (working).
• Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). (2005). National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth -- About ODEP and ODEP Grants, Activities, and Programs

Other Resources

• ARCH (2004). A Legal Resource Centre for Persons with Disabilities.
• Ball State University (n.d.). Career Center Resources.
• CareerBuilder.com (n.d.).
• Career Circuit (n.d.). Tutorials.
• CareerOneStop Staff Coach (n.d.).
• Hoffman, A. (2005). Show Your Skills on Your IT Resume. Monster.com.
• Job Bank (2005). Skills for Job Retention.
• Maze Master (2005). Job Search Techniques.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Skills.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Tools Portal.
• Montana State University (2005). Tips on Resumes, Interviewing & Job Hunting Skills.
• Monster.com (n.d.).
  • Interactive tools site.
  • Random question interview generator.
  • Resume readiness quiz.
  • Perfect career quiz.
  • Other interactive tools.
• NextSteps.org (n.d.). Job Search Strategies Module.
• NIEFS (n.d.). Job Search Skills Portal.
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• O*NET (n.d.). O*NET Online.
• USAJOBS (n.d.).
• VA Tech (2005). Job Search Tools and Skills Resources.
• YMCA (2005). Job Seeking Tips.

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VI.3 Ability to engage employers in career exploration

Learning Objectives

• VI.3.1 Facilitate and support collaborative engagement of employers in career exploration for your organizational population

Selected Activities

• Invite employers from a range of companies to speak to youth or host a visit to the workplace
• Take the Career Circuit A. Building Relationships/Developing Community Support tutorial
• Develop a mentoring program between employers and youth with particular career interests

Demonstration of Learning - Show What You Know!

• Create a plan for outreach to engage local employers in exposing youth to careers

Resources Developed by NCWD/Youth and Partners

• Luecking, R.G., Fabian, E.S., and Tilson, G.P. (2004). Working Relationships: Creating Career Opportunities for jobseekers with disabilities through employer partnerships. Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes.
• National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth (n.d.). Employer Page.
• National Youth Employment Coalition. (n.d.). PEPNet Online Index to Quality Practices, 2.8 (employer engagement).
• Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). (2005). National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth -- About ODEP and ODEP Grants, Activities, and Programs

Other Resources

• ARCH (2004). A Legal Resource Centre for Persons with Disabilities.
• Ball State University (n.d.). Career Center Resources.
• CareerBuilder.com (n.d.).
• Career Circuit (n.d.). Tutorials.
• CareerOneStop Staff Coach (n.d.).
• Hoffman, A. (2005). Show Your Skills on Your IT Resume. Monster.com.
• Job Bank (2005). Skills for Job Retention.
• Maze Master (2005). Job Search Techniques.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Skills.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Tools Portal.
• Monster.com (n.d.).
  • Interactive tools site.
  • Random question interview generator.
  • Resume readiness quiz.
  • Perfect career quiz.
  • Other interactive tools.
• NextSteps.org (n.d.). Job Search Strategies Module.
• NIEFS (n.d.). Job Search Skills Portal.
• North Carolina State University (2004). Career Assessments - List of Online Inventories and Assessments .
• O*NET (n.d.). O*NET Online.
• USAJOBS (n.d.).
• VA Tech (2005). Job Search Tools and Skills Resources.
• YMCA (2005). Job Seeking Tips.

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VI.4 Knowledge of workplace and labor market trends

Learning Objectives

• VI.4.1 List and describe updated workplace and labor market trends

Selected Activities

• List and describe current workplace and labor market trends, local community labor market trends and salary/requirement/skills trends
• Engage in the Career Circuit D3. Helping Youth with Work Search and Work Maintenance Strategies tutorial
• Producin8 November, 2006ation on market trends

Demonstration of Learning - Show What You Know!

• Develop and maintain an updated resource list related to workplace and labor market trends

Resources Developed by NCWD/Youth and Partners

• Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). (2005). National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth -- About ODEP and ODEP Grants, Activities, and Programs

Other Resources

• ARCH (2004). A Legal Resource Centre for Persons with Disabilities.
• Ball State University (n.d.). Career Center Resources.
• Bureau of Labor and Statistics.
• CareerBuilder.com (n.d.).
• Career Circuit (n.d.). Tutorials.
• CareerOneStop Staff Coach (n.d.).
• Hoffman, A. (2005). Show Your Skills on Your IT Resume. Monster.com.
• Job Bank (2005). Skills for Job Retention.
• Maze Master (2005). Job Search Techniques.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Skills.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Tools Portal.
• Monster.com (n.d.).
  • Interactive tools site.
  • Random question interview generator.
  • Resume readiness quiz.
  • Perfect career quiz.
  • Other interactive tools.
• NextSteps.org (n.d.). Job Search Strategies Module.
• NIEFS (n.d.). Job Search Skills Portal.
• North Carolina State University (2004). Career Manual.
• O*NET (n.d.). O*NET Online.
• USAJOBS (n.d.).
• VA Tech (2005). Job Search Tools and Skills Resources.
• YMCA (2005). Job Seeking Tips.

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VI.5.D Knowledge of workplace and labor market trends, including options for youth with disabilities such as supported employment, customized employment, or self-employment

Learning Objectives

• VI.5.D.1 List and describe updated workplace and labor market trends including options for youth with disabilities such as supported employment, customized employment, or self-employment

Selected Activities

• List and describe current workplace and labor market trends including options for youth with disabilities, local community labor market trends and salary/requirement/skills trends
• Engage in the Career Circuit E. Working with Youth who face barriers

Demonstration of Learning - Show What You Know!

• Develop and maintain an updated resource list related to workplace and labor market trends including options for youth with disabilities such as supported employment, customized employment, or self-employment
• Implement support strategies and show success

Resources Developed by NCWD/Youth and Partners

• Luecking, R.G., Fabian, E.S., and Tilson, G.P. (2004). Working Relationships: Creating Career Opportunities for jobseekers with disabilities through employer partnerships. Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes.
• Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). (2005). National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth -- About ODEP and ODEP Grants, Activities, and Programs
• OneStops.info. (2005). National Center on Workforce and Disability for Adults.

Other Resources

• APSE (n.d.). Association for Persons in Supported Employment.
• ARCH (2004). A Legal Resource Centre for Persons with Disabilities.
• Ball State University (n.d.). Career Center Resources.
• CareerBuilder.com (n.d.).
• Career Circuit (n.d.). Tutorials.
• CareerOneStop Staff Coach (n.d.).
• Hoffman, A. (2005). Show Your Skills on Your IT Resume. Monster.com.
• Job Bank (2005). Skills for Job Retention.
• Maze Master (2005). Job Search Techniques.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Skills.
• Ministry of Education, Ontario (2005). Job Search Tools Portal.
• Monster.com (n.d.).
  • Interactive tools site.
  • Random question interview generator.
  • Resume readiness quiz.
  • Perfect career quiz.
  • Other interactive tools.
• NextSteps.org (n.d.). Job Search Strategies Module.
• NIEFS (n.d.). Job Search Skills Portal.
• North Carolina State University (2004). Career Manual.
• O*NET (n.d.). O*NET Online.
• USAJOBS (n.d.).
• VA Tech (2005). Job Search Tools and Skills Resources.
• YMCA (2005). Job Seeking Tips.

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