Career Investigation Report

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1 Career Investigation Report A Guide to Gathering Information for Your Service Plan STEP 1 - Read information on the occupation and training options using the following research tools "Adult Back to School Planner" Resource Book Occupational Profiles available at: Red Deer Alberta Works Centre, Provincial Building, St, Red Deer, AB Phone: (403) Brochures From Professional Associations Career Information Hotline ( ) STEP 2 - Talk to AT LEAST 3 PEOPLE who are currently working in the occupation. Access your personal network of friends, family, previous co-workers and employers. These people may know people who work in the occupation that is your goal. You need to talk to at least 3 people in order to get a variety of opinions and ideas about different job settings If you have never met the person before you could introduce yourself by saying something like: My name is (your name), and I am thinking about becoming a/an (occupation title). I have been doing some research and (y our contact s name an d how you know him/her) suggested that I contact you for more information. Do you have a few minutes to answer some questions? Be prepared with questions from the research you did in Step 1 and take notes. Complete the chart below I will contact the following people Name: Company: Phone #

2 STEP 3 - Investigate at least 2 DIFFERENT SKILL TRAINING OR POST SECONDARY EDUCATION OPTIONS Complete the last page of the Career Investigation report comparing 2 different schools Contact at least 3 companies to ensure that the training choice you are interested in is recognized for your employment goal Ask questions such as; What type of education do you prefer your employees to have STEP 4 - IF YOU NEED UPGRADING to enter your Skill Training or Post-Secondary Education program, investigate at least 2 DIFFERENT UPGRADING SCHOOL OPTIONS to make sure you take the best and quickest route to employment. Complete the last page of the Career Investigation report comparing 2 different schools STEP 5 - Complete the CAREER INVESTIGATION REPORT based on all the information you have gathered Bring the completed report to your next appointment.

3 Career Investigation Report (Please complete all questions as fully as possible) Name: Occupational Goal: You and the Occupation 1. How long ago did you decide that you wanted to work in this field? 2. Why do you think this occupation is suitable/appropriate for you? (Why did you choose this occupation?) 3. What special qualities/strengths do you have that make you suitable for this kind of work?

4 4. Do you have any health concerns that would interfere with your ability to do this kind of work? Circle one Yes No If yes, what are they? Occupation Information 1. What would be the typical daily duties/tasks for this position? Give the names of 3 people you contacted for information about this occupation (i.e., someone currently working in the field; counselor/program, people at an educational institution, employers) What did you learn from talking to them?

5 4. What did they like most/least about their work? 5. What are the working conditions? Hours of work (shifts, weekends, overtime, part-time, full-time, etc.) Place of work (inside, outside, office, assembly line, etc.) Mobility (walking, standing, sitting, driving, etc.) Health/safety concerns (dust, noise, allergies, etc.) Other 6. What salary can you expect when you start? After 5 years?

6 Education Information 1. What specific training (diploma, certificate, journeyman ticket or degree) is needed to work in this field? (name of program) 2. a) Where is the training available? (Which schools) b) Which school do you plan to attend? c) What is your reasoning for this choice? d) How long is the training program? 3. a) What pre-requisites (courses, averages and certificates) are needed to get into this program? (As stated in the calendar) b) Do you have these pre-requisites? Circle One Yes No If no, what do you need?

7 c) Where do you plan to upgrade to get the pre-requisites? d) When do you plan to start upgrading? Employment Information 1. Name four companies/employers (in Alberta) who hire people who have this training. a) b) c) d) 2. What is the current labour market demand/employment opportunities for people entering this field? a) What is the future outlook? b) Where did you get this information?

8 3. Name 2 related occupations (other occupations where you could do similar work) 4. What opportunities do you see for self-employment in this field? (Free-lancing, consulting, starting your own business) 5. Besides the training you are considering taking, how else might you gain the necessary skills to obtain a job in this field (i.e. on the job training, apprenticeship, work experience, etc)?

9 Readiness Information To be successful in school/training you need to be "Ready" to attend. Check below and indicate your level of readiness on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 high level low level). I am: check one Disciplined: Yes No Capable: Yes No Organized: Yes No In control of events in my life: Yes No Have enough money to meet my needs plus emergencies: Yes No In good health: Yes No How have you prepared for your return to school? (Do you have a study schedule, know how to study, take notes, etc.)

10 Step 3: SKILL TRAINING AND POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION OPTIONS WORKSHEET Employment Goal: Option A: Option B: Course/Program Name: School Name: Location: 1. Will this program prepare me for my occupational goal? Contact 2 companies that have hired their graduates Yes No Yes No Length of Program Ask about start dates - some programs have continuous start dates 3. Time Expectations 4. Cost of Program: Months (Weeks per school year) Start dates: Hours per week in class: Tuition: Books: Supplies: Application Fee: Other: Months (Weeks per school year) Start dates: Hours per week in class: Tuition: Books: Supplies: Application Fee: Other: 5. I have talked to people who have taken this course/program. Yes No Yes No Comments: Comments: 6. Other features such as: Work experience, Study Groups, Job Placement, Computer Time, Consultation Time with Instructors, Free Parking, Bus/LRT Routes? Comments: Comments:

11 Budget Worksheet Monthly Expenses $ Monthly Resources Self Rent / Mortgage/ Taxes/ Condo Fees Home/Renter s Insurance Heat Power/Water Phone/Cell Cable/Internet Food Clothing Personal Care/Household Items Bus Passes Gas/Maintenance Vehicle Insurance Car Loan/Lease Payment Parking Child Care Medication not covered by health plan Life Insurance Premiums Credit Card (monthly payment) Personal Loan/ Line of Credit Payment Child Support Payment Other Payments Wages (net pay) Child Support Spousal Support Self-Employment Income Employment Insurance Benefits (net) Gifts Rental Property Income (gross) Room and Board Income (gross) Aboriginal Funds (Band or AHRDA) WCB (Worker s Comp Benefits) Canada Pension Plan Disability Insurance Child Tax Benefit/Universal Child Care Household Assets Savings (Cash, TFSA, etc) Life Insurance Proceeds RRSP s (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) RESP s (Registered Education Savings Plan) Scholarships/Bursary Bonds/ Stocks/ GIC s/ Term Deposits Property or land other than the home you live in Spouse / Partner TOTAL: TOTAL:

12 JOB SEARCH STATEMENT NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: You must be available and actively looking for work at all times even if you expect to be called back to your regular job. Failure to meet your obligations as explained in your claimant s rights and obligations form which has been given to you may result in you being disentitled from benefit, until you can prove you are active in the labour force. DATE NAME, ADDRESS, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER OF BUSINESS NAME AND POSITION OF CONTACT PERSON POSITION APPLIED FOR APPLICATION RESUME ON FILE Yes If not please explain OUTCOME

13 Clients Signature: Date: DATE NAME, ADDRESS, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER OF BUSINESS NAME AND POSITION OF CONTACT PERSON POSITION APPLIED FOR APPLICATION RESUME ON FILE Yes If not please explain OUTCOME