Career Exploration
Celebrating and recognizing multiple pathways for life after high school acknowledges and values the diverse talents and abilities students bring. It also empowers them to explore and pursue their passion and purpose, leading to a more fulfilled and engaged society.
Self-Exploration and
Career Education
Students are empowered to explore and assess their interests, values, strengths, skills and lived experience, while learning about foundational job-seeking skills.
Experiential Learning
Students are provided with hands-on opportunities which exposes them to multiple career pathways and helps them develop professional skills, while connecting them with role models in the community
Social Capital
Students learn about the importance of social capital to build community & sense of belonging as they navigate their career journeys.
Activities
RIASEC Career Assessment
Students take the RIASEC Career Assessment to begin reflecting on how their strengths and interests can align with career pathways. CEPA celebrates and is grateful for partnerships like the San Diego Workforce Partnership.
Social Capital & Relationship Mapping
The ability for students to navigate social networks and build relationships can have a significant impact on their college and career success. Developing social capital can help them to achieve their goals, expand their opportunities, and enhance their overall well-being.
Grade-Level Advising Checklists
Students receive grade-level advising on career development, included on the checklist.
Experiential Learning Opportunities
Employer Partnerships & Capstone projects
Career success is not only what you know, but also who you know. It is pivotal to provide students with opportunities to build strong relationships with employers and community partners through capstone projects, field trips, internships, community engagement, and leadership experiences. Having a strong social capital can pave the way for a successful career development journey.
Leveraging Tech as a Tool
In today's digital age, technology has become a crucial tool for networking, building relationships, and accessing information to build one's career. Through social media platforms, online forums, and virtual communities, teens can engage with individuals and companies from all over the world, who share similar interests, goals, and career aspirations. This exposure can be invaluable for expanding their social capital and opening up new career pathways.
Technology enables teens to access a wide range of resources that can help them develop
the skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen fields. Technology also enables
them to showcase their talents and skills. Social media platforms, personal websites
and online portfolios can be used to highlight their accomplishments, projects and
skills to potential employers, clients, or collaborators. It is also part of their personal
brand. This can help them stand out in a crowded job market and attract opportunities
that align with their career goals.
With all this in mind, teaching teens how to use social media responsibly is also
an essential part of career management. They need to be aware of the potential risks
and consequences of posting inappropriate content or engaging in unprofessional behavior
online. It is important to emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive and
professional online presence that aligns with their personal brand and career goals,
as well as provide them tips on how to navigate these systems safely.