Career Research and Planning Worksheet

Career Research and Planning Worksheet

Instructions

  • Fill out your name, period, and date at the top of the page.
  • Complete the sections for two different careers using the provided prompts.

Career Name #1

  • Name: _____________________________________________________

  • Description of what they do:

    • Briefly describe the primary duties and responsibilities of this career. Ensure to highlight the key functions or tasks that define this job.

  • Training Locations:

    • Record two places that you can find training in your area:
    1. _____________________________________________________
    2. _____________________________________________________

  • Job Growth Outlook:

    • Record the job growth outlook for this career in your state:
    • _____________________________________________________

  • Salary Comparison:

    • Compare the local salary in your area to the national average:
    • Local Salary: _____________________________________________________
    • National Average: _____________________________________________________
    • Is it lower or higher than the national average?
      • _____________________________________________________
    • Why do you think that is?
      • _____________________________________________________

Career Name #2

  • Name: _____________________________________________________

  • Description of what they do:

    • Briefly describe the primary duties and responsibilities of this career. Similar to career #1, outline the key functions or tasks associated with this job.

  • Training Locations:

    • Record two places that you can find training in your area:
    1. _____________________________________________________
    2. _____________________________________________________

  • Job Growth Outlook:

    • Record the job growth outlook for this career in your state:
    • _____________________________________________________

  • Salary Comparison:

    • Compare the local salary in your area to the national average:
    • Local Salary: _____________________________________________________
    • National Average: _____________________________________________________
    • Is it lower or higher than the national average?
      • _____________________________________________________
    • Why do you think that is?
      • _____________________________________________________

Notes

  • This worksheet is designed to help you explore career options and assess the necessary training, job outlook, and salary expectations.
  • Consider using online resources such as job boards, salary comparison websites, and local educational institutions to gather accurate information.