SDV-101-B02 CAREER DEVELOPMENT CLASS SYLLABUS Spring 17, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in FOH-210 Monday Evenings, January 23 through February 27, 17 (No class on Monday, January 16, 17 College Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday) Instructor/Course Coordinator: Preferred Method of Contact: Lori L. Smoot, MA, GCDF Email: Lsmoot@worwic.edu Global Career Development Facilitator Phone: 410-334-2898 Office-Direct Director of Career Services & PT Faculty 410-334-2903 Office-Alt. # Student Services, Hazel Center-302 302-228-6508 Cell (eve. & wkends.) COURSE DESCRIPTION: (1 credit) This course is designed primarily for related field experience students, but the skills taught are necessary for all students who are preparing to enter the workforce. Through various exercises and the use of electronic and traditional media, students are taught how to develop career goals. They are also challenged to realize their potential in their chosen fields and how to use this knowledge in the job-hunting process. Students are required to write a resume, cover letter, a field experience learning contract and other related assignments. Hours: 15 lecture. Usually offered in the fall, spring and summer. For the spring 17 semester, there is no required text for this course. All required materials will be supplied by the instructor as posted on Blackboard and provided in class. Blackboard Website: https://blackboard.worwic.edu All course content such as power points and handouts are delivered through this website. Technology Requirements: Access to a personal computer (home, school or office) with the following Specifications: Any computer used should be capable of running current versions of Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox. If you utilize older versions, there may be compatibility problems with Blackboard. Printer Modem/Cable to connect to Internet Internet access Blackboard: Blackboard is being used as a supplementary site in this course so you can download copies of assignments and view helpful PowerPoint presentations. To access Blackboard you need to have access to a computer with an Internet connection (other requirements may apply). Computers that meet these requirements are available on campus in FOH-305, HH-100, GH-4, WDC-305, and AHB-108. To log in to Blackboard: Above Quick Links on the college homepage (www.worwic.edu) click on mywor-wic. Enter your username and password to login to your mywor-wic student portal. In the My Blackboard Classes box, click on our class, and you will be directed to our Blackboard site. All students logging into Blackboard affirm that they understand and agree to follow Wor-Wic Community College policies regarding academic integrity and the use of College resources as described in the college catalog. Wor-Wic Community College considers the following as violations of the computer usage policy: (violators are subject to college disciplinary procedures) Using the campus computing network and facilities to violate the privacy of other individuals. Sharing of account passwords with friends, family members or any unauthorized individuals. 1
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Course Objectives Assessment Goals Assessment Strategies Preparing for your job search. Execute a job hunt that utilizes organizational and job search skills to be successful in the management of your career. Finding hiring companies. Identify job opportunities and determine how to effectively turn them into interviews and job offers. Creating a career portfolio. Develop collection of job search documents to distinguish yourself as a candidate. Interviewing success. Practice the strategies for a successful interview and how to answer tough questions. A. Explain the job search and hiring process. B. Identify the most successful job hunting techniques. C. Develop a marketing strategy and create a personal career mission statement. D. Discuss resources and opportunities to get real-world experience. GEO 5 & 7(16-17 Course Catalog) A. Explain the process of networking. B. Identify and explain the process used to approach companies directly. C. Discuss the procedure used when you receive a referral for a job. D. Demonstrate the use of the Internet in your job search. GEO 2, 5 & 7 (16-17 Course Catalog) A. Identify the contents of a resume and compare types of resume formats. B. List key words and explain core competencies/transferrable skills. C. Explain the components of a cover Letter, list of references, and thank you letter. D. Create/compose a resume, cover letter, list of references and thank you letter. GEO 1, 2, 3, 5 & 7 (16-17 Course Catalog) A. Identify the steps and discuss how to prepare for an interview. B. Describe what is professional interview attire. C. Role play appropriate behavior and positive body language for an interview. D. Discuss what are illegal interview questions that employers cannot ask and how to respond if you do get asked. E. List and discuss what should be done following an interview. 1. Student completion of career portfolio including finding an Internet-based employment advertisement. 2. Student completion of Career Dimension project including occupational research and defining career goals. 1. Student completion of career portfolio including job search documents. 1. Student completion of resume quiz. 2. Student completion of career portfolio. GEO 2, 3 & 5 (16-17 Course Catalog) 1. Student completion of mock interviews done in class as a group activity. 2. Student completion of career portfolio including cover letter, resume, list of references, and thank you letter. 2
Course Objectives Assessment Goals Assessment Strategies 5. Successful job offer negotiation. Describe how to negotiate the best salary and benefit package. 6. New job preparation and long-term career success. Explain the process to prepare for future strategic career moves to increase long-term career survival, and discuss the need for continuous self-assessment of job skills. A. Explain the key components for a good job offer. B. Identify, discuss and compare salary resources to know what you are worth to an employer. C. Analyze the essentials for the art of negotiating with a prospective employer. D. Identify the total package when it comes to employee benefits. E. Demonstrate a salary wizard resource. GEO 1, 2, 4 & 7 (16-17 Course Catalog) A. Discuss the ability to change with the times as it relates to current and future employment. B. Identify employment trends to gage the future of a prospective employer. C. Explain the best choices to ensure job security. D. Understand the importance of a strong work ethic. E. List and discuss skills for a lifetime. GEO 1, 3, 4, 5, 8 & 9 (16-17 Course Catalog) OVERVIEW OF SDV-101 ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINES: All assignments must be typed with the exception of the resume quiz which is multiple choice. 1.Student completion of salary wizard report as part of career portfolio assignment. 2.Student completion of salary counter proposal letter. 1. Student completion of occupational research for Career Dimension assignment. Each assignment should be proofread for spelling and grammatical errors. Students are encouraged to utilize Wor- Wic Community College s Reading and Writing Center (MTC-4) as needed. They offer drop in conferences on a first-come, first-served basis during their regular hours. They recommend that you come prepared with your original assignment and a copy of your written work. Reading and Writing Center Hours are: Monday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Do not wait until the day before an assignment is due to seek assistance. Points will be deducted from each assignment where grammatical and spelling errors are present. Students should not hesitate to contact the instructor by telephone or via email with any questions about course assignments. Assignments are due according to the attached Course Schedule (see page 8 attached). No late assignments will be accepted unless when warranted by special circumstances and arrangements have been made and approved by the instructor. Opportunity for Extra Credit: (5 points): Register and explore Wor-Wic s College Central Network (CCN) which is an electronic employment database on which students/alumni can view jobs posted by employers and submit resumes for consideration. All services are free and are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To register visit www.collegecentral.com/worwic and click on the Student Icon; Click on Register Now (if you have not previously registered, register now); set-up your own access code and password and click on continue registration; complete the final information and click submit. For verification, print the Registration Complete page which states Congratulations! You are now registered to use our services. Click on the link below to begin. This page will have your name on it. Print and submit this page to me for extra credit before the end of our course. 3
SDV-101 Course Assignments 1. CAREER PORTFOLIO (145 Points) SEE OUTLINE BELOW FOR DUE DATES Each student is required to prepare job search documents, based on what has been learned in class, which can be assembled in a career portfolio to be used when applying for a job. All documents should be typed and placed in a manila folder with the student s name (last name, first) on the tab. The folder will be submitted each week as items are due according to the due dates noted in the schedule below. The career portfolio is completed in place of a final proctored exam. The portfolio will include each of the following items: (no late work will be accepted) ITEM A B C D E F JOB SEARCH DOCUMENT Employment Advertisement Cover Letter Resume Employment References Thank You Letter 1) Salary Counter Proposal Letter CONTENTS/EXPLANATION A printed job advertisement from an Internet-based source selected for a position of interest, either locally or anywhere in the United States. Must be in proper letter format directed to the employer from the employment ad you selected. (*If the employment ad does not list contact information, Google the information or you may use a theoretical name and address.) Must be in a traditional resume format (sample on Blackboard). Information must be current and accurate do not embellish details. Must be in a traditional list of references format (sample on Blackboard) with a minimum of 3 people that can vouch for your work history and/or academic achievement. Must include the person s name, business title, company name, company address and telephone number. Email addresses can also be included if desired Must be in proper letter format (sample on Blackboard) and directed to the employer from the employment ad you selected and sent following an interview. (*Use the same contact information as for the cover letter.) 1) Must be in proper letter format and directed to the employer from the employment ad you selected and would be based on a theoretical offer of employment to negotiate two points: salary (using the salary wizard data) and another item of your choice (see class lecture/power point posted on Blackboard for examples.) You must use supporting facts to back up your negotiation requests. 2) Choose the free salary wizard report option from the Monster.com site (link loaded on Blackboard in the Web Resources folder) to find salary, benefits and bonus options for the type of position mentioned in your employment ad that you are theoretically applying to. (Example: Accounts Receivable Clerk). Use your local zip code; NOT the Maryland-Baltimore choice which will skew the data. The information provided in the wizard report should be used to help negotiate salary and /or other benefits for your Salary Counter Proposal Letter (Item F-1). DUE DATE Third Class Wk.3 02/06/17 Third Class Wk. 3 02/06/17 Fourth Class Wk. 4 02/13/17 Fourth Class Wk. 4 02/13/17 Fifth Class Wk. 5 02//17 Fifth Class Wk. 5 02//17 2) Salary Wizard Report: http://monster.salary.com/ The free Cost of Living Wizard on Monster.com can also be used to help support negotiation in your letter if one of the items is related to cost of living comparison. Fifth Class- Wk. 5 02//17 4
2. RESUME QUIZ (75 Points) DUE 4 th CLASS-02/13/17 Each student is required to complete a 15-question, multiple choice resume quiz which will be distributed at the end of the third week of class as a take-home assignment. Content for the resume quiz will be based on what has been discussed in class during weeks one, two and three, the CCN Resume Basics handout posted in the class resources folder on Blackboard, and from Power Point presentations/class lectures posted on Blackboard. The resume quiz will be due the following week (no late work will be accepted). 3. MOCK INTERVIEW DISCUSSION/GROUP ACTIVITY (1 Points) DONE IN 5 TH CLASS-02//17 Each student is required to participate in group work during class time for a mock interview discussion/assignment representing the role as the job seeker to answer interview questions based on what has been learned in class. Students will also have to identify what a job applicant would wear to an interview, how to respond to questions about salary, and what questions should be asked of the potential employer at the end of an interview. The interview questions that will be used for this assignment are posted on Blackboard in the Mock Interview folder along with potential questions to ask an employer. Students are encouraged to review and to practice answering these questions in advance of this assignment. Students will be graded on their participation, effort, and knowledge of what has been learned in class. This assignment will be completed during our 5 th class session. Because this assignment is conducted as group work during class time, points cannot be made-up if a student misses class so attendance and participation is strongly recommended as it will have an impact on your final grade. 4. CAREER DIMENSION (115 Points) DUE: 6 th & FINAL CLASS-02/27/17 Each student is required to complete an occupational research project using the Career Dimension software program, an Internet-based career and education planning system, to research two different occupations and type a reflective summary based on the following: (Instructions to log-on to Career Dimension and the access code for use of the software is provided on page 9 of this syllabus.) (The link to Career Dimension is also posted on Blackboard in the Web Resources folder.) A. In the Career Dimension program, students will first complete a self-analysis that assesses interests, values, skills and personality and identifies occupations as career options. *See Step 1 on Career Dimension Main Menu. B. After completing the full assessment, students will print a copy of their RIASEC bar graph results to turn in with the other parts of this assignment. C. Students will then explore all of the careers in the Career Dimension program by category and title, and will then narrow down the career choices by combining the self assessment results. *See Step 2 on Career Dimension Main Menu. D. Students will choose two different occupations from the list. The first should be an occupation that most closely matches your current major and the second can be one of your choice any occupation. Students will review the information provided online for both of the occupations chosen to understand more about each of them. *See Step 3 on Career Dimension Main Menu. E. After reviewing the results and the saved occupations online, students will print a summary overview for each of the two occupations to turn in with the typed summary. F. Following completion of the research and printing the summaries, students will type a summary (two full pages minimum*, double-spaced) in their own words that addresses each of the following questions with supporting facts: 1. Which of the two occupations, the one that most closely matches your major, and the other of your choice, interests you the most and why? (Students should refer to the occupational information that they reviewed online which may have helped them form this decision.) 2. Based on your occupational choice, what are your career and academic goals for the next three to five years? 3. Did your current career/academic goals change or stay the same as a result of this research? What were the contributing factors? *Points will be deducted if the required print outs from the Career Dimension program for the two occupations are not attached, and/or if the typed summary does not address the questions above (#1, 2, and 3) and/or if the summary is shorter than the required length. Important Note about Career Dimension Software: The log-on and password information given to each student can be utilized beyond the conclusion of this course. Students are encouraged to explore all of the features of the Career Dimension program which includes researching other schools for transfer, creating a personal career portfolio with career and educational goals, resume writing tips, cover letters, and searching for jobs. These features can be a useful resource throughout your professional career. 5
GRADING: Attendance and participation in class Resume Quiz (take home assignment) Mock Interviews completed during group work in class Career Dimension Research and Summary Career Portfolio (as final exam) Letter grades are computed as follows: Grade Points Percentage A 515-464 90-100 B 463-412 80-89 C 411-361 70-79 D 360-309 60-69 F 308 and below 59 and below = 60 Points = 75 Points = 1 Points = 115 Points = 145 Points = 515 Points Total COURSE ATTENDANCE POLICY: Due to the delivery and grading formats of this course and the short length (six weeks total), attendance and active participation is crucial. Students who do not attend class will not be permitted to make-up any missed assignments done in-class and will subsequently loose points off of their final grade. Students who are repeatedly late to class sessions or who consistently leave class early will have points deducted from their final grade. COLLEGE POLICY ON STUDENT CONDUCT IN THE CLASSROOM: The college s Student Conduct Statement as found in the college classroom contains classroom requirements. In addition to following other student conduct regulations, all students are expected to exhibit appropriate classroom behavior. In order to adhere to the guidelines for civility in the classroom, students should: Use electronic devices only for emergency situations or instructor-directed educational purposes in the classroom; arrive for class on time and avoid leaving early; listen actively and avoid side conversations while the instructor or another student is presenting information; remain attentive throughout the entire class session; demonstrate a respectful attitude toward the instructor and other students during discussion; see their instructor during office hours instead of class time if they need clarification of course material missed due to absence; consume food in the classroom only with the permission of the instructor; and leave a clean environment for the next class. 6
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS OF THE INSTRUCTOR: Students can expect to be treated with fairness and respect by the instructor both during and outside of class. Students can expect the instructor to be prepared for class, to use class time efficiently, and to display enthusiasm for the subject at hand. The instructor will respond to student questions and be consistent with adherence to course policies. Students can expect the instructor to vary class activities to promote student engagement and interest. ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY: Academic honesty is expected of all students. Plagiarism and cheating are violations of academic honesty. Any student found violating this academic policy will receive an automatic 0 for the assignment and then the matter will be turned over to the Student Disciplinary Committee. Documented evidence of plagiarism or cheating will be kept in the General Education office. There are ambiguities in concepts of plagiarism. Each instructor will be available for consultation regarding any confusion a student may have. PLAGIARISM: In both oral and written communication, the following guidelines for avoiding plagiarism must be followed: 1. Any words quoted directly from a source must be in quotation marks and cited. 2. Any paraphrasing or rephrasing of the words and/or ideas of a source must be cited. 3. Any ideas or examples derived from a source that is not in the public domain or general knowledge must be cited. 4. All papers and presentations must be a student s own work. CHEATING: Cheating is the act of obtaining information or data improperly by dishonest or deceitful means. Examples of cheating are copying from another student s test, obtaining information illegally on tests or other deceitful practices. EMERGENCY SUSPENSION OF CLASSES: In the event of inclement weather or other unexpected situations that result in the suspension of classes, students will be notified through the e2campus Alert system and information will be posted on the college s website. For those students who have not yet registered for the e2campus alert, go to the myworwic page and click on the appropriate link. *See next page for Course Outline 7
TENTATIVE COURSE OUTLINE DATE TOPIC SOURCE ASSIGNMENTS DUE Week #1 Welcome/Introductions; review syllabus & Course Syllabus Handout Monday, 01/23/17 course assignments. Week #2 Monday, 01/30/17 Week #3 Monday, 02/06/17 Week #4 Monday, 02/13/17 Week #5 Monday, 02//17 Week #6 Monday,02/27/17 Preparing for Your Job Search. Job search prep. Best resumes, cover letters and references. Discuss components of a cover letter and effective resume preparation. Continue discussion about cover letters and resumes. Discuss List of References. Resume basics: do s & don ts Finding Hiring Companies. Networking and job search strategies. Job fair tips. Getting interviews. Interviewing Success. Interview prep and types of interviews. How to answer interview questions. View Landing the Job: The Interview by Linx Educational Publishing. Distribute resume quiz (Take home assignment based on what has been discussed in class, the CCN Resume Basics handout posted on Blackboard, and from Power Point/class lecture presentations). From Interview to Offer to Job. After the interview. Successful job offer negotiation. When the offer does not come. New Job Preparation Discuss thank you letter, salary counter proposal letter & salary wizard report. Pick partners and group numbers for next week s mock interview assignment. Discuss preparation for assignment. *Completion of mock interview discussion/group work to be done in class as a graded assignment. All content is based on: The College Grad Job Hunter, 6 th Ed. Brian Krueger, C.P.C. Section 1, Ch. 1-5 Lecture/PowerPoint (posted on Blackboard) All content is based on: The College Grad Job Hunter, 6 th Ed. Brian Krueger, C.P.C. Sample Resumes All content is based on: The College Grad Job Hunter, 6 th Ed. Brian Krueger, C.P.C. Chapters 8-15 Lecture/PowerPoint (posted on Blackboard) DVD All content is based on: The College Grad Job Hunter, 6 th Ed. Brian Krueger, C.P.C. Chapters 16- & 21-25 Lecture/PowerPoints (posted on Blackboard) Class Discussion Class Discussion Read course syllabus posted on Blackboard. Review Power Point Ch.1-5 No Power Point for Ch. 6-7 On Blackboard in the class resources folder review: sample cover letter, components of a cover letter, sample resume and sample list of references. Review Power Point Ch.8-15 Assignment #1 A & B Due (Employment advertisement from Internet and cover letter). On Blackboard in the class resources folder review: resume basics, sample resume and sample list of references. Review PowerPoint Ch. 16- Review PowerPoint Ch. 21-25 Assignment #1 C & D Due (Resume & list of references) Assignment #2 due-resume Quiz (Take home assignment that was distributed in wk. 3). On Blackboard in class resources folder review: sample thank you letter and sample salary counter proposal letter. Also, review all of the contents on the separate mock interview folder. Assignment #3 Mock Interview Discussion/Group Activity completed in class. *The mock interview assignment cannot be made up if you miss class (worth 1 points). Discussion about surviving a lay-off and long-term career strategies. Group activity & course wrap-up. Class Discussion/Group Work Assignment #1 E, F1 & F2 Due (Thank you letter, salary counter proposal letter and salary wizard report.) Class Discussion Final Assignment #4 due Career Dimension research print outs and typed summary. No late assignments will be accepted. *The instructor reserves the right to change the course outline as necessary to facilitate learning with proper notice to students of said changes. 8
CAREER DIMENSION ASSIGNMENT #4 (Final assignment due week six) LOG-ON and USER INSTRUCTIONS To use the Career Dimension software program enter this URL: http://www.careerdimension.com/register/worwic.cfm On your first visit, you will need to create a new account. Click on the link that reads If you need to create a new account, click here, as shown below: Once on the registration page, you will be asked to enter an access code. Wor-Wic s access code is dolphin. You will also need to enter your major from the status list, first and last name, and e-mail address. You will select your own User ID and password. Be sure to write down your User ID and password below or in a secure place of your choosing so that you remember it. My Career Dimension User ID is: My Career Dimension password is: After entering this information, click the Continue button below the registration fields. You will receive confirmation of your registration. Click Continue again to move to the Main Menu. Once at the Career Dimension Main Menu, see page five of this syllabus for detailed information on the requirements and next steps for this assignment which is due in the final class - week #6. If you have any questions or need additional assistance as you are working within the Career Dimension program, please contact the Career Services office at Wor-Wic at (410) 334-2903 or via e-mail: careerservices@worwic.edu 9
Name of Student: Item Number SCORING RUBRIC: CAREER PORTFOLIO ASSIGNMENT #1 (The portfolio is completed based on what has been learned in the course in place of a final proctored exam.) Due Date Overall Requirements/ Job Search Document 1-A 3 rd Class Employment Advertisement for a position of interest. Must be printed from an Internet source. 1-B 3 rd Class Cover Letter Directed to the employer in response to the position from the employment advertisement you selected. 1-C 4 th Class Resume Must be in traditional resume format. See sample posted on Blackboard. 1-D 4 th Class List of Employment References Must be in traditional list of references format. See sample posted on Blackboard. 1-E 5 th Class Thank You Letter Directed to the employer 1-F - 1 1-F - 2 5 th Class 5 th Class from the employment ad you selected. See sample posted on Blackboard. Salary Counter Proposal Letter Must be directed to the employer from the employment ad you selected and must include TWO points of negotiation: one point is salary using the salary wizard report data and the 2 nd point can be an item of choice (see class lecture/power Point for choices). Salary Wizard Report - Printed from http://monster.salary.com/ for the type of position you are applying for from the employment ad that you selected. Print out must be from benefit tab at the top which includes salary, bonus, and benefits data. Points Possible Points Earned Total Points: 10 45 10 145 Possible *Please remember that when turning in job search documents, they are to be placed in a manila file folder with your name typed or written on the tab (last name, first name). Points will be deducted for those students who do not submit assignments properly. 10
Name of Student: Group # Scoring Rubric: Mock Interview Discussion/Group Activity Assignment #3 (This activity is completed in-class as a graded assignment during week 5) Overall Requirements/ Knowledge of: Body Language Professionalism and Dress/Appearance Eye Contact Articulation/Voice Quality Responses to Questions/Ability to convey what skills you have. Effort Questions to ask a potential employer at the conclusion of interview as required. Rating Rating Rating Needs Improvement Needs Improvement Needs Improvement Needs Improvement Needs Improvement Needs Improvement Yes Satisfactory Satisfactory Satisfactory Satisfactory Satisfactory Satisfactory No Points Possible 10 15 15 Comments Total Points: 1 Possible Any Additional Comments: 11
Name of Student: Scoring Rubric: Career Dimension Assignment #4 (Due final class week #6) Item # 4-A 4-B 4-C 4-D 4-E 4-F Overall Requirements / Steps for Completion of Assignment Student will complete the self-analysis that assesses interests, values, skills and personality, and identifies occupations as career options. Student will print out the summary of RIASEC codes/self-analysis results (colored, bar graph) to be turned in as part of this assignment. Step 1 on Career Dimension Main Menu. Student will explore all of the careers in the Career Dimension program by category and title, and then narrow down the career choices by combining the self-assessment results. Step 2 on the Career Dimension Main Menu. Student will choose one occupation from the narrowed down list of career choices that most closely matches your current major to review/research the information provided online about that particular job. Step 3 on the Career Dimension Main Menu. Student will choose a second occupation of their choice that is of interest (can be anything, but must be different than the 1 st choice) to review/research the information provided online about that particular job. Step 3 on the Career Dimension Main Menu. After reviewing the results of the narrowed down list of career choices and picking two different occupations, (item 4-D above), student will print a summary overview for each of the two occupations chosen to turn in with the typed summary. (Should be two separate documents). After printing the summary overview for both occupations, student will type a summary (two full pages minimum, double spaced), in their own words, that addresses the following: (points will be deducted if minimum page requirement is not met) 1. Which of the two occupations, the one that most closely matches your major and the other one of your choice interests you the most and why? (Students should refer to some of the occupational information reviewed online and include this information in the summary that may have helped you form this decision.) 2. Based on your occupational choice, what are your career and academic goals for the next 3 to 5 years? 3. Did your current career/academic goals change or stay the same as a result of this research? What were the contributing factors? Points Possible Spelling/Grammar/Punctuation on Typed Summary Total Points Possible: 115 30 45 Points Earned 12