Title: Compare personal interests, abilities, and skills with those required for selected careers.
Course: Introduction to Interior Design (19263-18) > Section: Exploring Careers in Interior Design

Comparison should include

- identifying one’s personal interests, abilities, and skills, as determined by a career assessment such as the Virginia Education Wizard
- listing the job tasks involved in the career
- listing the job tasks in alignment with student interests and abilities
- comparing the various lists.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What is the difference between an ability and a skill?
- What personal factors should be considered when developing a career plan?
- How important are abilities and skills in relation to other factors (e.g., interests, personality type, work values, lifestyle preferences) when developing a career plan?

Communication

- What could be the outcome of making a career plan and disregarding personal abilities, skills, and other factors?
- How can communication skills assist when comparing abilities and skills to specific careers?

Leadership

- How can continuous evaluation and improvement of abilities and skills lead to career success?
- What leadership skills apply to a selected career?

Management

- How does one develop a career plan that reflects skills and abilities?
- What resources can assist in the development of a well-considered career plan?

Teacher Resources:

- Virginia Education Wizard
- Naviance
- Major Clarity