What is the focus 2 assessment?

FOCUS 2 provides valid and reliable assessments including Work Interests-Holland Code, Personality, Values, Skills, Leisure Interests and Career Planning Readiness. Assessment results are matched to supporting majors and career options with over 1000 occupations and up-to-date career information.

What is the purpose of Focus 2?

A Career Exploration and College Selection System for Students and Adults. Helping individuals create a career and education plan for their future to accomplish their goals.

Who created the Focus 2 assessment?

The design of the FOCUS-2 system is based on the pioneering IBM Education & Career Exploration System (ECES) developed for use by students. ECES was one of the very first computer assisted career planning systems developed and field tested….The Timeline.

Date
1967-1970
Ownership IBM Corporation
1987

How many self-assessments are there in focus2career?

FOCUS 2 provides five self-assessments to help you identify your top work interests, values, skills, personality type, and leisure time interests and explore occupations and program areas of study compatible with your personal attributes.

How many courses make up the career navigation program?

three courses
No one has more power to advance your career than you. Take control of your future by completing this series of three courses designed to: Build your confidence.

How do you plan a college career?

Career Planning for College Students

  1. Visit your college career and placement services.
  2. Assess yourself.
  3. Explore careers related to your degree.
  4. Participate in career activities.
  5. Position yourself.
  6. Be a success in the workplace.
  7. Appreciate the benefits of college.

Why is industry research an important component of the job search process?

Why is industry research an important component of the job search process? d. It helps job searchers find the kind of job that fits their personality, skills, and interests.

How can you schedule an appointment with a WP Carey Career Coach?

Appointments may be made online by logging into Advising SOS and selecting Career Coach.

What skills do you need to develop?

1 COMMUNICATION SKILLS (LISTENING, SPEAKING AND WRITING)

  • 2 ANALYTICAL AND RESEARCH SKILLS.
  • 3 FLEXIBILITY/ADAPTABILITY.
  • 4 INTERPERSONAL ABILITIES.
  • 5 ABILITY TO MAKE DECISIONS AND SOLVE PROBLEMS.
  • 6 ABILITY TO PLAN, ORGANISE AND PRIORITISE WORK.
  • 7 ABILITY TO WEAR MULTIPLE HATS.
  • 8 LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT SKILLS.
  • What skills do you need to be a good researcher?

    Become a Researcher – 5 Skills You Need

    • Project Management. Every research project requires a degree of project management.
    • Handling Budgets. Another key skill is learning how to effectively manage a budget.
    • Team Leading/Managing.
    • Handling Data.
    • IT skills.

    How do you master research skills?

    6 Tips for Improving Your Researching Skills

    1. Start broad, then dive into the specifics.
    2. Learn how to recognize a quality source.
    3. Verify information from several sources.
    4. Be open to surprising answers.
    5. Stay organized.
    6. Take advantage of library resources.