CAREER PLANNING How important is career planning?

People leave an organisation due to lack of career growth Deeper focus on an employees aims and aspirations Degree of clarity Helps in identifying handicaps & the blind spots to overcome Significant motivator Key retention tool Critical human resource strategy High-level vision and goals of company are clearly made known to employees Growth of an organisation is intrinsically linked with the growth of an individual Matching organization vision & employees aspirations is a must

Individual Career planning 1. Self- Assessment Aware of the interrelationship between self and occupational choice Start by: Learning interests, abilities, skills, and work values Listing accomplishments Understanding physical and psychological needs Assessing aspirations and motivation level Deciphering personal traits and characteristics

Competency Areas Gain self-awareness Improve self-confidence

Understand time and stress management Develop personal/professional management skills

Strategies For Gaining Competencies Take exploratory classes Identify personality style Identify work values Demonstrate skills in overcoming self-defeating behaviors Identify symptoms of stress

Strategies For Gaining Competencies Take exploratory classes Identify personality style Identify work values Demonstrate skills in overcoming self-defeating behaviors Identify symptoms of stress

2. Academic / Career options Investigate the world of work in greater depth, narrow a general occupational direction into a specific one Start by: Learning academic and career entrance requirements Learning related majors and careers to one's interests Investigating education and training required Learning skills and experience required Planning academic and career alternatives Learning job market trends

Competency Areas Gain research and investigative skills

Practice decision-making, problem solving and critical thinking skills Increase understanding of how abilities, interests, and values match career/academic requirements

Strategies For Gaining Competencies Read occupational resources Get assistance from a counselor Talk to people who work in your areas of interest Attend Job/Career Fairs and/or Career Panels transferable skills should be be gained

3. Relevant / Practical experience Gain practical experience through internships, cooperative education etc.. Start by: Testing new skills and try diverse experiences Deciding the type of organization in which to volunteer or work Assessing likes and dislikes of work values, skills, work environments, Assessing if additional/different coursework or skills are needed for your targeted career goals

Competency Areas Gain an appreciation for working with individuals from diverse cultures Understand and practice ethical behavior Gain supervisory/leadership/

teamwork skills Enhance self-management skills Obtain work related, transferable skills Develop conflict resolution skills

Strategies For Gaining Competencies

Attend relevant conferences and seminars Become familiar with work settings and job descriptions Practice making decisions by supervising a group of people Talk to alumnus/a about your career goals Work part-time or during summer

4. Job Search Start by: Learning how to prepare resume and cover letters, and complete employment applications Learning and implementing job search strategies Learning and practicing interviewing skills Narrow your choices

Competency Areas Ability correspondent in a coherent, professional manner Communicate verbally in a clear, concise manner Effectively use networking, problem-solving, and decision making to reach career goals Develop budgeting skills in relation to the job search, travel, and relocation

Strategies For Gaining Competencies Register with Career Planning & Placement Services Review resume with a career counselor Receive referrals

SAMPLE COVER LETTER JAMES MATTERN (Address & Contact Number) DATE MISS EILEEN CARTER, BSN, RN (Position, Hospital and Address) Dear Miss Carter: I am requesting the opportunity to discuss my career plans with you. I will be graduating on April 9, 2012 from the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA Las Pinas with a Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing. I will take my NLE on July 2 3, 2012. I have served as an ambulance attendant for 2 years. This service provided me with the skills to handle emergency calls, including mass disasters such as airline crashes and hotel and apartment fires. I also performed many tasks of varying priorities within many Fire and Police Departments. I feel that these skills, combined with my newly acquired nursing skills, are an asset to your Emergency Department. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my career plans with you. I will call you next week to schedule an appointment to discuss employment possibilities. In the meantime, I can be contacted at (602) _______ or at ___________. Thank you for your time and consideration of my resume. Sincerely, (Signature) James Mattern

JAMES MATTERN (Address & Contact Number) DATE MISS EILEEN CARTER, BSN, RN (Position, Hospital and Address) Dear Miss Carter:

I am requesting the opportunity to discuss my career plans with you. I will be graduating on April 9, 2012 from the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA Las Pinas with a Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing. I will take my NLE on July 2 3, 2012. I have served as an ambulance attendant for 2 years. This service provided me with the skills to handle emergency calls, including mass disasters such as airline crashes and hotel and apartment fires. I also performed many tasks of varying priorities within many Fire and Police Departments. I feel that these skills, combined with my newly acquired nursing skills, are an asset to your Emergency Department. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my career plans with you. I will call you next week to schedule an appointment to discuss employment possibilities. In the meantime, I can be contacted at (602) _______ or at ___________. Thank you for your time and consideration of my resume. Sincerely, (Signature) James Mattern

Elements to include in writing a resume Accurate dates Accurate spelling and grammar Highlight your experiences and skills Provide your credentials

- Use Off white or ivory high quality paper with matching envelopes

Elements not to include in a resume: Sarcasm Bad- mouthing of former employer Repetitious informations

CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

CAITLIN MALLEY (Address) (Email / Contact Number)

Objective An entry level position as a pediatric registered nurse Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing, April 2012 University of Perpetual Help System DALTA Las Pinas City *(Accomplishments, Awards and Recognition received) Experience Patient Care Assistant, Labor and Delivery St. Marys Medical Center (Period of Employment) *(Job description, duties and responsibilities) Certification Certified as a Basic Life Support Provider, 2012 present Professional Organizations Philippine Nurses Association

FUNCTIONAL RESUME

CAITLIN MALLEY (Address) (Email / Contact Number)

Objective An entry level position as a pediatric registered nurse Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing, April 2012 University of Perpetual Help System DALTA Las Pinas City *(Accomplishments, Awards and Recognition received) Certification Certified as a Basic Life Support Provider Professional Organizations Philippine Nurses Association Clinical Rotations Senior Practicum Calgary Mayo Care Center *Duties and Responsibilities 2011 2011 present 2008 - present

Maternal Child Nursing Nightingale Health Center *Duties and responsibilities

2012

Organizational career planning process 1. Direction 2. Career time 3. Transition Relates to changes expected to a career goal Analyzing transition factors Setting goals and a timetable Relates to distance & speed of an employee How far & how fast can employee move on career path?? Assessing employees wants and organizational needs common goal setting

4. Career planning options Advancement. Lateral Change to Lower Grade Mobility. Job Enrichment Exploratory Research

5. Projected Outcome Calculate the risks attached How well will it pay off?