Section 1.2 Preparing for Career Success
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Checkpoint 1.2
1. What does workplace readiness involve?
2. Identify skills you strengthen through class
participation.
3. Identify one specialized, transferable skill.
4. List three broad, transferable skills learned in school.
5. Why should you continue to develop transferable skills?
Build Your Vocabulary
As you progress through this text, develop a personal glossary of ca-
reer-related terms and add it to your portfolio. This will help build your vocab-
ulary and prepare you for your career of choice. Write a definition for each of
the following terms, and add it to your personal career glossary.
skill
transferable skill
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Introduction to Student
Organizations
Professional student organizations are a
valuable asset to any educational program.
These organizations support student learning and the application of
skills learned in real-world situations. Also, participation in Career and
Technology Education Student Organizations can promote lifelong interest
in community service and professional development.
There are a variety of organizations from which to select, depending
on the goals of your educational programs.
To prepare for any competitive event, complete the following activities.
1. Contact the organization well in advance of the next competition.
This will give you time to review and decide which competitive
events are correct for you or your team.
2. Read all the guidelines closely. These rules and regulations must
be strictly adhered to or disqualification can occur.
3. Competitive events may be written, oral, or a combination of both.
4. Communication plays a role in all the competitive events, so
read which communication skills are covered for the event you
select. Research and preparation are important for a successful
competition.
5. Go to the website of your organization for specific information for
the events. Visit the site often as information changes quickly.
6. Select one or two events that are of interest to you. Print the information
for the events and discuss your interest with your instructor.
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