Ch. 3.2 investigating careers Flashcards

1
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What is meant by fringe benefit?

A

a service or product you receive at little or no cost to you

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2
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Give 5 examples of fringe benefits.

A

paid vacation, sick leave, child care, retirement, health insurance

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3
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What is the term which refers to the actual activities you do on a job?

A

Nature of work

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4
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Define skill.

A

the ability to do a certain task well

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5
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what does compensation mean?

A

earning or pay

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6
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What is an exploratory interview?

A

a short, informal talk with someone who works in a career that appeals to you

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7
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What is meant by job outlook?

A

future opportunities in an occupation

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8
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What 3 things do you need to consider when taking a personal inventory?

A

skills, interests, and desired lifestyle

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9
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What is one of the most important skills you need to work with people from different countries?

A

good communication skills

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10
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Name 6 things you should consider when trying to decide on a career.

A

required education and training, employer benefits, nature of work, working conditions, job outlook, and compensation

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Describe what cooperative education is.

A

An arrangement in which schools partner with local business. Students perform jobs that use knowldge and skills learned in classes. The get class credit for working.

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12
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Describe an internship.

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A short-term job or work project that usually requires formal commitment. Provides students opportunities to do actual work.

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13
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Describe job shadowing.

A

Follow worker for a few days on the job. Observe a worker on a regular workday while providing a sample of the real work done on the job.

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14
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Working conditions refers to what?

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environment in which you work- outside/inside, alone or with others, work schedules, chance of injury

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15
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How are most job opportunities created?

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creating new industries, existing workers retiring, shortage of skilled workers

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16
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What do most employers require when looking to hire workers?

A

post high school education or training

17
Q

Name a resource put out by the Department of Labor that helps you to research careers.

A

Occupational outlook handbook and The Guide for Occupational Exploration

18
Q

The type of work you choose will affect what 3 things in your life?

A

the money you make, where you live, and how you spend your work and leisure time

19
Q

What is meant by a career cluster?

A

a large grouping of occupations that have certain characteristics in common

20
Q

Define aptitude.

A

natural tendency or talent that makes it easy for each of us to learn certain skills