What do I want to do when I
grow up? Consider the following:
 
Jason, is a 19 year
old Freshman at college. Although he knows he wants a higher
education, he is not sure which specific academic major, or eventually
which career, will be right for him. He enjoys several
different, seemingly unrelated areas of study, but is concerned he may
choose the wrong direction.
For
most teen-agers and young adults completing high school, this inevitable
question will likely come up: "Now, what am I going to do?"
Typically, this loaded question at
least implies whether college is in the plan, and if so, what major
and eventual job has been chosen. It is more the norm that young
adults between the ages of 17 and 21 years really are not fully
equipped with enough knowledge and life experience to definitely
make such a far-reaching life decision.
College, or no college?
College may or may not be the most
realistic or rewarding choice. But if it is, deciding a major may
be done based more on vague assumptions or on what good old "Uncle Joe" says is "hot". Unfortunately, too many people
have pursued education, training and eventual job placement only
to find they are unhappy and ill suited to perform in their chosen
field.
Testing, evaluation, and
guidance
The professionals at Life
Transitions have developed a comprehensive testing and evaluation
service to assist high school and college students crystallize
appropriate career decisions. We offer:
- Individualized and personal interview
with the student and parents
- Standardized testing in intelligence
and academic areas, if needed
- Testing and evaluation of personality
preferences and interests
- Comprehensive and written report
identifying favorable career choice directions
- Personalized interpretation of results
provided in-person, phone, e-mail or Internet
- On-going guidance and consultation if
desired
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