Career Management Programs:

Career Assessment: This six-session model is designed to help the client identify and explore career options and provides structure to his/her career development efforts. It is appropriate for the individual undergoing a job loss or contemplating a career change, and includes the following:

• Client history - An in-depth examination of the client's interests, work and educational history, motivational qualities, and reasons for the career change.
  
  
• Assessment - The individual completes carefully-selected career interest and personality type deployment inventories. When administered and interpreted by a trained professional, the results offer the client valuable personal insights and strategies for managing change.
  
  
• Feedback - Test summaries are communicated to the client in a sensitive and honest fashion. As a result, the individual gains a deeper understanding of his/her interests, needs, interpersonal style and, most importantly, how these elements translate into a satisfying career choice.
  
  
• Exploring and Implementing a Career Transition Plan - The individual and career consultant research and discuss appropriate short- and long-term career options that most closely fit the client's interests and abilities. An individualized plan is formulated and the consultant offers direction and strategies for successfully implementing the plan.

Job Search Strategies: This four-session model is an appropriate choice for the individual seeking professional job search guidance; it does not include career exploration and testing. It provides the following:

• Personal Marketing Plan - Training in job search methods (electronic and traditional), establishing an effective job search tracking system, developing and maintaining a network, and targeting potential employers and career opportunities.
  
  
• Resume and Cover Letter Development - Review and revise current resume, assist client in developing a summary of qualifications and accomplishment statements. Develop effective cover letters and follow-up correspondence.
  
  
• Interview Training - Coaching in effective interviewing skills, handling difficult questions, presenting a polished and professional image. Mock interviews are used to help the client prepare for the actual interview.