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Parents and Career Services staff share a common goal - to help your student prepare for and make sound career decisions. Various studies indicate that you are ranked as the number one influence over their job choices. This makes for an ideal partnership.
Students today are offered so many choices and opportunities that often it is difficult for them to decide on "the best" career path to follow. To assist Sonoma students in their career related endeavors, here are a few of the services we offer:
On-line services include:
- Self-Directed Career Planning
- Resume Writing Techniques
- Interviewing Strategies
- Four-year Career Plan
Articles for Parents
Articles on the parental role in career development can provide more current, specific information and research than books and other materials. Check the list below periodically for new articles to help you stay informed.
10 Tips for Parents of Prospective College Students
Here are a few tips for parents with students who are contemplating a college education or who are currently enrolled in college.
A Career Planning Course for Parents
Many college students struggle with choosing a career path. Parents can help their college students through this process, whether by sitting back and being patient or by offering advice and encouragement.
A Parents' Guide to Career Development
One of the most valuable things parents can do to help a student with career planning is listen: be open to ideas, try to help your student find information, and be nonjudgmental. Here are 10 ways you can help.