cross op week career challenges and growth worksheet
CPSS/225: Survey of Correctional Program Career Opportunities
This course introduces the student to the areas in which correctional programs are offered. It explores the various career opportunities in this diverse field.
Course Student Learning Outcomes
1.1 Identify a possible career path that you may pursue.
1.2 Explain why a selected career path is a good fit.
1.3 Create goals for a selected career path.
2.1 Create an effective career portfolio.
2.2 Identify the key components of an effective professional social media profile.
2.3 Explain strategies for career networking.
3.1 Determine the necessary components of a formal resume. .
3.2 Create a professional resume for a chosen career path.
4.1 Identify key components involved in successfully preparing for, and executing a formal interview.
4.2 Identify factors that contribute to, and methods to prevent burnout in human service careers.
4.3 Describe strategies for personal and professional growth throughout an individual’s career.
5.1 Describe projected changes to careers related to supporting individuals involved with the correctional system.
5.2 Determine evidence-based practices and trends related to supporting individuals involved with the correctional system.
Materials
Textbook
Yena, D. (2015). Career directions: New paths to your ideal career (6th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education.
Tools
Microsoft Sway
Schedule Overview
Wk and Topic Activities Assignments and Points
Wk 1 Choosing the Right Career Path for You • Overview
• Career directions: New paths to your ideal career Ch. 1-5
• Current Employment Opportunities
• Mapping a Career Path
• University Library Readings Discussion Board – 40 points
Career Goal Plan – 100 points
Wk 2 Career Preparation: Portfolios and Networking • Overview
• Career directions: New paths to your ideal career Ch. 6-8
• Career Portfolios
• Networking for Careers in Corrections Discussion Board – 40 points
Career Portfolio – 150 points
Social Media and Networking Outline – 100 points
Wk 3 Strategies for Career Preparation • Overview
• Career directions: New paths to your ideal career Ch. 10
• Resumes and Job Requirements
• Applying for Your Career
Discussion Board – 40 points
Resume – 100 points
Wk 4 Landing the Job and Keeping It • Overview
• University Library Readings
• Career Challenges
• Business Etiquette Discussion Board – 40 points
Interview Planning and Preparation – 150 points
Career Challenges and Growth Worksheet – 50 points
Wk 5 Future Career Trends in Correctional Support • Overview
• Envisioning an Alternative Future for the Corrections Sector Within the U.S. Criminal Justice System
• University Library Readings
• Career Changes and Trends
• Evidence-Based Practices Discussion Board – 40 points
Evidence-Based Practices and Emerging Trends in Corrections-Based Human Service – 150 points
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