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For many high school students, choosing a college major or career path can be a stressful decision. The \u201cwhat do you want to be\u201d question can seem overwhelming for teens (and even some adults). If you aren\u2019t sure what path to take, here are some simple ways to narrow down your options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow Your Passions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some of us know what our passions are from a very early age. Others, not so much. If you are one of the former\u2014and you don\u2019t know what to study in college or what you will do after high school\u2014think about careers or majors that align with what you love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if you\u2019ve always liked and been good at mathematics, and you got joy out of tutoring others who are struggling, then you might want to consider education and mathematics as majors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Likewise, if you\u2019ve always been adept at working with your hands, but academics aren\u2019t your strong suit, consider trade schools or apprenticeships. There, you can learn the basics of vocational careers, such as carpentry, cosmology, plumbing and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gain a Breadth of Knowledge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t know what your passions are, or if you are not innately drawn to a specific subject or career, then take a wide range of classes in different subjects during high school. Who knows\u2014you might take an interesting history or science class that piques your curiosity and leads you to the right major or career for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The internet is also an amazing resource. Use online forums and blogs to research majors and their associated careers. Your school or community might have resources\u2014such as guidance programs or career fairs\u2014that can help you explore career paths and meet professionals in fields that interest you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t plan to attend college after high school, research jobs that don\u2019t require a degree. Attend a local job fair and talk to people about the types of positions they are hiring for. Remember that whatever you choose doesn\u2019t have to be forever. With or without a degree you can always change jobs or careers until you find what suits you best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2018Find Your Fit\u2019 With Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you know a student who is struggling to determine what to study or do after high school\u2014or is that student you? We offer one-on-one college and career coaching through our Find Your Fit program<\/a> to help students understand their strengths, what careers would use those strengths and what path is best to pursue those careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested in learning more about our Find Your Fit program? Contact us<\/a> today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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