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Career Planning & Decision Making

Interdisciplinary StudiesWillamette College

Course Description

This course provides a foundation for the acquisition of lifelong career development skills including: self-assessment, career research, career decision-making, and the identification of experiences which enhance and build upon a liberal education and aid in the development of marketable, transferable skills. Course activities will balance career theory with practical, applied assignments. In this half-semester course students will complete assessments, analyze their previous experiences, family background, strengths, and transferable skills in order to develop a plan for next steps in their career planning process. They will also learn how to strategically use online research tools and in-person networking to further their knowledge of career options. They will identify experiences such as internships, research, or volunteering that will add to their professional strengths and help them fine-tune and assess their career goals.

College/School

Willamette College

Locations

Salem

Offering Cycle, by Year

All Years

Offering Cycle, by Semester

Fall and Spring

Credit Hours Min

1