Title: Develop a personal career plan in the fashion industry.
Course: Fashion Careers I (19201-I) > Section: Exploring Career Paths

Development of a career plan should include examination of high school lab and cooperative education classes, apprenticeship programs, technical and career schools, and two-year and four-year colleges and universities. It should include preparing and maintaining a portfolio as appropriate.

Many websites offer career exploration resources, including

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

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- How do education and experience work together to build a successful career?

Communication

- What communication skills are needed for a career in the fashion industry?
- What questions should be asked about the field when developing a personal career plan?
- Why is the study of a world language beneficial to career preparation in the fashion industry?

Leadership

- What entrepreneurial career paths are available in the fashion industry?
- How can a career plan be beneficial in setting personal goals?

Management

- What resources and training are required for a career in the fashion industry?
- What personal management skills are needed to follow a career plan?