Offering a curriculum in career preparation in OST programs can both engage youth and provide an important service to children, families, and industries. In this module professionals will learn how to meet this need of school-age youth in age-appropriate ways—including building awareness, offering opportunities, and formal career preparation programs. Professionals will learn how to find career resources, plan lessons, communicate with families, and partner with community organizations. (3 hours)
The best careers combine "high tech" with "high touch."
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Objectives
- Collect information on how to help children and youth ages 5 through 18 prepare for careers.
- Outline a curriculum on career preparation for out-of-school programs.
- Illustrate the need for communication with families about career preparation for children and youth.
- Select local resources for speakers, field trips, mentorships, internships, and formal relationships with employers.
