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Orientation

engaging

understanding
   Overview
Knowing Yourself
1 Interests
2 Coding interests

3

4

Abilities

Needs and wants

Knowing What Employers Expect
Knowing The Options
1 Defining work terms

2

How the world of work is organized

3

How educational programs are organized

What's Next?


Exploring

Evaluating

acting

reflecting


CDMT — USE THE TOOL

Understanding
understanding myself and my options


Knowing What Employers Expect

So far in the CDMT process, you have looked at your interests, abilities, and wants and needs. You have considered the kind of employer you would like to have, and the kind of co-workers you hope to work with. In this section, you will reflect on what it is an employer might want from you:

  • the kind of behavior,
  • the things you're expected to know, and
  • the things you might be expected to do.
To do so you will:
  • consider general competencies and skills applicable to all work situations, and
  • review the list of knowledge, abilities, work tasks and work activities related to a specific occupation.
picture of girl smiling When you complete this assignment, you will not only have a better idea what work involves, but will know how to access specific information about occupations you might be interested in.

Activities 6-8

What Does An Employer Want? - Activity 6
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What Will I Need to Know? What Will I Have To Do? - Activity 7
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Optional research assignment for extra credit

What Responsibilities Does An Employer Have? - Activity 8
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