Career Exploration and Choosing a Program of Study
No matter where you are in your career development, you need information about yourself and about the world of work in order to make informed decisions. A variety of resources to assist you in your exploration process are provided.
Focus 2 Career Assessment
FOCUS 2 is a self-paced, online career and education planning tool for college students. It will enable you to self-assess your career-relevant personal qualities and explore career fields and areas of study that are most compatible with your assessment results.
FOCUS 2 Provides:
- Career assessments
- Occupational information
- Videos about various career fields
- Career planning tools
- Career options by education level
- Side-by-side occupational comparisons
To optimize your use of FOCUS 2, be sure to:
- Complete the self-assessment section within the program.
- Schedule an appointment with the Office of Career Development to review your results.
Remember, choosing a program of study and career path is your own responsibility and no assessment or career advisor can make these difficult decisions for you. However, FOCUS 2 is a great place to start, and the Office of Career Development is here to help you weigh your options.
Get Started with FOCUS 2
Returning users: Log in using the account you have already created.
First-time users: Create a new account. Use the following access when prompted: COTC. Choose a username and password for future use. Be sure to remember your personal username and password as the Office of Career Development will not have it on file.
What Can I Do With This Major
Whether you are exploring majors or looking for more information about your chosen field of study, “What Can I Do With This Major?” is a valuable tool designed to help you connect your major and interests to career paths. This resource details the typical industries, career areas, and employers associated with each major and covers strategies aimed at making you a more marketable candidate after graduation.
What Can I Do With This Major? is produced by the University of Tennessee’s Center for Career Development.