Occupational Worksheet

Occupational Information Worksheet

1.  Occupation ________________________________________________

2.  Describe a typical workday.  What activities would be performed on the job?

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b. __________________________________________________________________
c. __________________________________________________________________
d. __________________________________________________________________
e. __________________________________________________________________

3.  What is the primary location for this occupation?  (cities, rural areas, geographic areas)

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4.  What is the occupation's environment? (indoors, outdoors, office, hospital, school, factory, etc.)

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5.  What rewards would the job provide for you? (high salary, adventure, convenient hours, etc.)  How do these rewards relate to the work values you possess? 

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6.  What personal characteristics and skills would be helpful for people in this occupation to possess?  Do you possess these skills?  On what skills do you need to improve?

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7.  What salary might you expect to earn in this occupation?

a.  Entry Level ____________________________________
b.  After an initial learning period ______________________
c.  Maximum with experience_________________________

8.  What kinds of training and experience are required for this occupation?

a.  Technical Training? __________________________________________________
b.  A College Degree? If so, what type of degree (Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, etc.)
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c.  What major(s)? ____________________________________________________________________
d.  What schools offer such a major?________________________________________
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e.  How long would it take to get this degree? _________________________________
f. Any required training or experience beyond the degree? (practicum, internship, apprenticeship)
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9.  What is the projected outlook for this occupation?  Will there be many jobs available once you are ready to enter the job market?  Will these jobs be available in the area where you want to live?

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10.  What questions do you have about pursuing this occupation?

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