In Grade 11 it is very important to create a platform for a happy and successful career. Grade 11 is the time to narrow the focus of possible careers options. This is possible through a career assessment, usually with the help of a psychologist. These assessments costs between R2000 and R6000 ($135 to $405). In Switzerland around 66% of learners aged 15 already has to know what career they want to pursue. These teenagers receive training by an employer (apprenticeship) and attends a vocational school for two days a week (click here). Alternatively, if money is tight, have a conversation with your child about careers and encourage further career exploration. The earlier the better, of course (also read my article on Grade 9 subject choice for more tips - click here). Some benefits of doing a Grade 11 career assessment: 1. Knowing the course requirements The next few months is the ideal time for such an assessment. This may help your child align school performance with the course they find interesting. It will also help your child to know what the goal they are working towards is. For instance, reaching an Admission Points System (APS) score of 28 will allow admission to Education at Pretoria University (click here). Your APS calculation is different from University to Univerrsity; for more on how Pretoria University calculate theirs, click here).
3. Facilitating your child’s personality development Some personalities struggle to put in the long hours required to do as well as they are capable of. It might help to understand your personality’s shortfalls and develop skills to be successful at school (EQ). 4. Peace of mind ![]() Some clients want to confirm the career they are considering. I don’t mind this, under two conditions; i) Don’t tell me what you are considering! I would much rather confirm your option(s) during feedback. ii) Be open-minded. After some deliberation a new career or field might surprise you. During the last few years, career choices in South Africa has become more challenging. This is due to the increasing unemployment rate (35,3% - click here) as well as certain career fields becoming more competitive. Of course, career assessment can’t guarantee employment, but it provides the best starting point for careers in South Africa (or abroad). Allow me to guide you and your child to make an informed career choice. Book an appointment today (click here).
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