Pacific Crest Academy - Career Information

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Career Information

California Career Zone

Pacific Crest Adademy uses California Career Zone to assist students in researching and identifying

future college and career options. Click on the image above to create an account or log in and explore the

California Career Zone website.

What is Career Exploration? Click here!

1st Step - Assess Yourself

Why? If you take the time to think about what you really want before spending time

and money on your education you will not only save on college costs, you will have

a better chance on finding the right college and career that fits you.

2nd Step - Identify interests, strengths, values, skills and personality

Reflect on:

. Taking high school classes relevant to your interests.

. Explore by participating in the community, volunteer work, job shadowing and

the internship program at PCA.

. Conduct an informational interview with a professional.

3rd Step - Explore careers and education required.

4th Step - Take Action and Apply Yourself!

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Additional Career Websites

California Colleges - explore colleges, careers, and financial aid.

* A magazine guide to exploring careers using online documents from

the U.S. Department of Labor

* California Career Cafe

The California Career Cafe is used by California Community Colleges. Opened 24/7.

* MyBestBets - The education and career platform that works with you. Designed and

developed by Jobs for the Future and YouthBuild! Where should I go to school? What career

path should I pursue? What is my best bet for a good future? Create a login account.

* ASVAB - The ASVAB is a timed multi-aptitude test, which is given at either your

school site, or at the Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS nationwide) fall and

spring. You can opt out of the military. The Military Enlistment requires an ASVAB score

for entrance and job placement. Check with your Career Center at your school of

residence for testing dates.

Internships Program at PCA -

One of our basic structures of Pacific Crest Academay learning is done through

Internships. The Internship Coordinator works with students, parents

and staff to help determine internship options and resources. The goal is to

create a positive, thriving learning experience by matching students with mentors that

have the potential for sparking, or expanding upon a student's interest and passion.

Students spend one to two days a week at an internship site during their school year.

Students who participate in PCA's Internship Program will earn 5 elective credits per semester. This is a great way to explore career interests throughout the school year! If you are interested in a job shadow

before committing to an internship please stop by the Career Center to find out more.

For more information about PCA's Internship Program, please see Mrs. Pesce in the Career Center.

Volunteering -

Finding Your Way in the World of Volunteering

Click here.

CAREER CENTER LOCATION:

S1-Administration

OFFICE HOURS:

Monday - Friday

9:00 - 3:30 pm

Carol Pesce

Workplace Learning Coordinator

cpesce@eduhsd.net

530-622-6212, ext 7020