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	Strategies for Undecided Students

Choosing a major can be a daunting process: Where to start? What if I make a “wrong” choice? Will I be able to find a job in my field after graduation? Read on to learn about resources to help you make an informed decision.

1. Research & Explore

Learn about Yourself

• Stop by the Career & Employer Resource Center (CERC) in the Community Center Building to pick-up tokens to access online career assessments.
• For some self-reflection questions, try these handouts:
  • My Ideal Day
  • Personal Invetory
• See what work environments, majors, & careers match your Holland Type (find your Holland Type by taking on online assessment available through CERC).

Research Different Majors

• Check out what jobs different majors lead to at “What can I do with a major in…?”
• Interview faculty advisors (see the Schedule of Classes for a list with contact information) to learn more about their areas of expertise.
• See what colleges offer which majors.
• Check out the Advising website for online resources such as “Transfer Guides” and “What Colleges offer Which Majors,”
• or stop by the Transfer Center in the Community Center.

Explore Occupations

• Learn more about careers, salary ranges, etc at :
• Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/oco/.

• Oregon Employment Department (OLMIS): www.qualityinfo.org.

• Conduct informational interviews with people who work in fields that interest you. Find out what their days are like.

2. Make a Plan

After researching & exploring different options, make a plan by choosing a major or narrowing down your choices to a handful. Visit with an academic advisor to discuss educational planning and transfer options.

3. Evaluate Your Choice

So, you’ve made a plan. Start taking classes and continue to explore the field using information interviews, cooperative work experience, etc. How is it going? Are you happy with your decision? Do you want to reevaluate? If so, that’s OK. Remember: The average student changes their major 3-7 times!

	CCC Classes & Additional Resources HD 140 Career Exploration HD 147 Decision Making HD 156 Creative Goal Setting Career & Employer Resource Center (CERC; Community Center) for information about resumes, Career Modules, & internships Advising & Counseling website

Contact us: Advising & Counseling Department Bill Brod Community Center (503) 657-6958 x2794 advising@clackamas.edu