AFTER HIGH SCHOOL

After graduating from high school, young adults choose a job, technical training, a four-year college, a community college, junior college, business school, apprenticeship, the armed forces, and many other options. Career Pathways encourages lifelong learning regardless of the person's choice.

Young Adult Developmental Traits

• Clarifies and solidifies self-identity and self-worth
• Redefines values as family and material needs change
• Increases independence and responsibility for self and for others
• Learns to balance personal needs and responsibilities

Career Needs

• Experiences how personal strengths enhance career productivity
• Obtains specific skills and experiences as demanded by the work settings
• Continues making responsible career decisions based on values, knowledge and needs
• Demonstrates positive work habits and social skills