2. Once You Have Logged In, Click on Explore at the Top

Career Assignment 2

Directions: Type your answers directly into this document, save the document, and attach it to the Career Assignment 2 in Blackboard. Following directions is important to correctly completing this assignment. Read the directions for each section carefully.

TypeFocus

1. ▪ If you have created an account go to www.typefocus.com and log in as a returning user

▪ If you have not created an account, please review the How To Create an Account PowerPoint under the TypeFocus folder in Blackboard assignments for how to create a new

account. Greenville Tech access code is CA865H42.

2. Once you have logged in, click on Explore at the top.

3. Watch the video by clicking on the video on the right side of the screen. The video will provide you with information on exploring occupations using TypeFocus.

 Occupation Name or Keyword  Click on the link: Occupation  Search for an occupation either using the alphabetical list or type an occupation name in the keyword box  Once you locate an occupation that you are interested in researching, click on the occupation name, read the information, and answer the following questions.

1. What occupation did you research for this assignment?

2. What type of education and/or training do you need to pursue this occupation?

3. Review the top five skills needed for this occupation. List three skills needed in the box below.

4. Review the KNOWLEDGE section and list one AREA OF KNOWLEDGE for your occupation 5. Review the ABILITIES section and list three ABILITIES needed for this occupation

6. What is the median/average income earned (wage) for your occupation?

7. Review the related careers and list one in the box below.

Major ● Click on Explore ● Scroll down and click on Major. This will allow you to explore occupations based on a specific college major. ● Click on a major that is closest to the major you are currently pursuing ● Click on an Occupation to research and answer the following questions.

9. What type of education and/or training do you need to pursue this occupation?

10. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen and click on Summary Report from O*Net (bottom right on screen). Review the tasks and list three tasks for this occupation. 11. Review the KNOWLEDGE section and list one AREA OF KNOWLEDGE needed for this occupation

12. Review the Skills section and list three Skills needed for this occupation

13. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen. Review the Wages and Employment Trends section. Click on Select a State and choose South Carolina. What is the median/average income earned (wage) for this occupation in South Carolina?

 Career Coach . Go to http://gvltec.emsicareercoach.com . Watch introductory video on homepage . In the Search Box, type in your occupation (career) of interest. . From the list, select the occupation (career) that best matches your interests.

15. Read the Description located under “About.” List at least two job responsibilities.

16. What is the typical education level required for this occupation (career)?

17. List the related degrees for your occupation (career) available at Greenville Technical College. 18. What is the median/average income earned (wage) for your occupation (career)?