Title: Examine education and training requirements and opportunities for career paths in the fashion industry.
Course: Fashion Careers I (19201-I) > Section: Exploring Career Paths

Examination should include research of opportunities in high school, lab and cooperative education classes, apprenticeship programs, technical and career schools, and two-year and four-year colleges and universities.

Many websites offer career exploration resources, including

- O*NET, U.S. Department of Labor
- Virginia Career View
- Virginia Education Wizard

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- Why is it important to research and assess the education and training options for career paths in the fashion industry?
- What is most important in choosing a career: family influence, personal assets, passion, or income potential?

Communication

- Why are communication skills important when researching education, training requirements, and opportunities for career paths in the fashion industry?
- How can job candidates evaluate which career resources are most accurate and most appropriate for their situation?

Leadership

- What leadership skills are important when pursuing education and training requirements and opportunities for career paths in the fashion industry?
- What leadership skills could prove helpful once established in an educational or training program?

Management

- What resources and training are required for a career in the textiles and apparel industries?
- Why might membership in professional associations be useful to a fashion industry professional?