Course Offered: 2nd Semester
Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesdays (Office)
Online Course Curriculum :
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A career in the 21st century will require many new skill-sets and knowledge. Do you have a vision and a plan for your life 1, 2, and 10 years after high school? Start now to plan your future. Explore various career paths and determine what is the right path for you. This class will help you develop the confidence, determination and autonomy to pursue life and career choices that will lead to personal and professional independence.
In this course students will develop self-sufficiency by exploring their career interests, skills and personal preferences in order to plan for future life choices and job opportunities. Students will learn about professional resources to assist them in their job search. They will also study for the State Driver’s License Exam.
Syllabus
Patrice Allen Life Skills Overcoming Obstacles
10 week Syllabus
Week One
- Confidence Building
- Communication Skills
Week Two
- Decision Making Skills
- Setting and achieving goals
Week Three
- Skills for school and beyond
- A game plan for college
Week Four
- Getting the job
- On the job skills
Week Five
- Healthy Eating
- Positive Relationships
Week Six
- Independent Living
- Budgeting
Week Seven
- Healthy Relationships
- Internet and Mobile safety
Week Eight
- Leadership Skills
- Social Intelligence
Week Nine
Week Ten
- Creating a Service Learning Project
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