A brief conversation with a career advisor can result in increased self-knowledge and confidence in your career plan. As a result, research shows students with high career choice confidence earn higher gpa’s, have increased involvement on campus, and higher graduation rates.

Accessible and Relevant Career Exploration and Planning: 

• Identify career paths that align with your interests, skills, and values
• Identify what challenge in the world motivates you to work
• Provide knowledge to empower you if you are stuck
• Proctor and analyze career and strength assessments
• Mentor—offer support and check-in’s
• Provide steps to take to further explore or solidify your choices
• Provide current job and major information, planning maps, self-reflection tools, and referrals

Focus 2 Career Assessment

Career Exploration Websites:
Career One Stop
Occupational Outlook Handbook
O’Net
Career Videos
Current Career Information
Iowa Labor Market Information
What Can I Do With This Major?