Sources Of Career Information In Career Counseling.

SOURCES OF CAREER INFORMATIONThe following are some major sources of information on careers.Use of Personal ContactsOne of the best resources can be the people you know, such as friends and family. Families and friends can be extremely helpful in providing career information. While they may not always have the information needed, they may know other knowledgeable people and be able to put the information seeker in touch with them. These contacts can lead to an "information interview," which usually means talking to someone who can provide information about a company or career. These people can give information on required training for the job, promotions opportunities, and likes or dislikes of the job. Career Guidance Counsellors Counsellors can be helpful sources of career information. The help the clients in making choices about which careers might suit them best. Counsellors can help students determine what occupations suit their skills by testing their aptitude for various types of work, and determining the strengths and interests. Counsellors can help one evaluate their options and search for a job in their field or help in selecting a new field altogether. They can also help students determine