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Module 4: How Do I Choose a Major?. RCC. Agenda Examine the factors that complicate major choice Review the 7 Steps model for selecting a major Complete Holland Code Quiz Complete Choosing a Major Quiz Complete SWOT Process to select a major. Factors that Complicate Choice.
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Module 4: How Do I Choose a Major? RCC • Agenda • Examine the factors that complicate major choice • Review the 7 Steps model for selecting a major • Complete Holland Code Quiz • Complete Choosing a Major Quiz • Complete SWOT Process to select a major
Factors that Complicate Choice • You must know yourself and your passions well and think positively about yourself to make good decisions, something that not all young adults and people in transition find easy; • You must be very knowledgeable about your options—wages of your aspired occupation, the outlook, and geographical opportunities/barriers; • You must consider your limitations (money, time, willingness to relocate, aptitudes, etc); • You must overcome bias and stereotypes to expand your options; and • You must make a very important decision, overwhelming to some in and of itself!
Seven Steps to Choosing a Major • Step 1: Examine your interests. • Step 2: Realistically assess your aptitudes. • Step 3: Know your skills. • Step 4: Know your values. • Step 5: Know your options! • Step 6: Take a reality check. • Step 7: Narrow and select your major.
