Choosing a career path

Which career path is right for me?

Which career path is right for me? Have you left school and feel unsure about what you want to do as a career? Below are some key questions to ask yourself, which may help you decide. You may want to list your answers to give you a clearer idea of what you want to do.

  • What are your INTEREST AREAS?
  • Do you have any particular SKILLS?
  • Have you done any WORK EXPERIENCE OR VOLUNTEER WORK? Did you enjoy it?
  • What sort of PERSON are you? E.g. Indoor/outdoor, creative, good with your hands or literary.
  • What do you WANT from your future EMPLOYMENT? E.g.: Money, a long-term career, training opportunities.
  • Have you considered TRAINEESHIPS OR APPRENTICESHIPS? Are you at a stage where you can commit to an apprenticeship?
  • Have you considered a TAFE COURSE in your interest area?

Below are some web sites where you can get some career counselling online. This means that by answering career questions, together with your interests, the computer may be
able to suggest some job options for you.

Whittlesea Youth