College Planning

Below are a few free resources students can use to begin exploring career options:

Naviance

Naviance is a career and college readiness platform available to all UHS students, offering a range of assessment tools for self-exploration. To access these resources, students can click on the "Careers" tab in Naviance, where they’ll find a variety of career exploration tools, surveys, and inventories to help them identify interests, strengths, and potential career paths.

Roadtrip Nation

Roadtrip Nation offers valuable support for students in multiple areas:

• Career Exploration: The platform provides resources to help students explore a wide range of career paths. Through interviews and stories from professionals across various fields, students can gain firsthand insights into different jobs.
• Self-Discovery: Roadtrip Nation includes assessments and reflection activities that encourage students to identify their interests, strengths, and values, fostering a better understanding of themselves.
• Inspiration: By highlighting the personal journeys of individuals who have forged their own unique paths, the platform inspires students to think creatively and confidently about their futures.

With these resources, students can gain clarity as they transition into adulthood, helping them make informed decisions about their career and education paths. 

PA Career Zone

The Career Zone supports Pennsylvania students in exploring career options and preparing for their futures in several key ways:

• Career Exploration: Students can investigate a wide range of career paths, learn about different industries, and discover roles that align with their interests and skills.
• Assessment Tools: The platform provides assessments to help students identify their strengths, interests, and potential career matches.
• Job Market Information: The site offers insights into job trends, salary expectations, and demand across various fields.
• Educational Resources: Students can access information on the education and training needed for specific careers.
• Resume and Interview Preparation: The site provides tools and tips for building resumes and preparing for interviews.
• Work Experience Opportunities: Students can explore internships, apprenticeships, and other opportunities to gain practical experience. 

O*Net

O*NET Online (Occupational Information Network) is a free, publicly available database developed by the U.S. Department of Labor that provides detailed information on a wide range of occupations. It includes data on job duties, required skills, work environments, education requirements, salary expectations, and employment outlooks. Key Features of O*NET Online: Occupation Search – Find job descriptions based on job titles or industries. Skills & Interests Matching – Helps users discover careers that align with their skills, abilities, and interests. Job Market Trends – Provides insights into employment growth, wage data, and demand for various professions. Job Zone Information – Details about the level of preparation needed for different careers. It is a useful tool for job seekers, students, counselors, and employers to explore career options, identify required skills, and understand labor market trends. 

More coming soon!