Career counselling for college students typically includes a range of services and support designed to help them understand their interests, strengths, and career goals. Here's what it generally consists of:
Self Assessment
Interest Inventories: Tools like the Holland Code (RIASEC) or Strong Interest Inventory to identify career interests.
Personality Tests: Tools such as Psychometric Tests, NLP, DMIT, and SWOT Analysis are often used.
Skill & Strength Analysis: Identifying what a student is good at and enjoys doing.
Career Exploration
Industry & Job Research: Learning about different fields, roles, job outlook, salary expectations, etc.
Job Shadowing / Internships: Gaining real-world exposure to careers of interest.
Informational Interviews: Talking to professionals to understand what their work involves.
Goal Setting & Planning
Short-Term and Long-Term Goals: Creating SMART goals for academic and career paths.
Career Pathways Mapping: Understanding what steps are needed to reach a chosen career.
Academic Guidance
Major/Course Selection: Choosing the right major or elective courses that align with career goals.
Grad School Advice: Guidance on whether to pursue further education and how to choose a program.
Job Search Skills
Resume & Cover Letter Writing
Interview Preparation
Networking Tips
LinkedIn Profile Optimization
Soft Skills & Professional Development
Communication, Time Management, and Leadership Training