Professional Organization Supporting Career Path
For this assignment you will conduct research on the career path you plan to pursue, and develop a PowerPoint presentation that addresses the following:
- Professional Organizations – Find a minimum of three professional organizations that may help you get into your desired career field.
- Volunteer Opportunities – Identify volunteer opportunities related to the field you are pursuing that would help you confirm the field is right for you.
- Interview – Interview someone in the professional field you are pursuing.
- Program of Study Requirements – Provide a brief summary of the requirements needed to complete your program of study.
- Career Search Information – a) Find a job description for your ideal or “dream” job on Indeed.com or another job site; b) Compare the job description of the job to the program of study you are in; c) Explain what courses in the program are going to give you the skills you need to succeed in that job; d) Explain what you need to personally do to ensure you gain the skills in those courses.
Additional Requirements
- Presentation should be 10 – 12 slides in length. This includes a title/introduction slide and a reference slide.
- Speaker notes that expand upon the content of your slides are required.
- The content presented in your PPT must be supported by a minimum of three to four credible sources.
- You may include recorded narration for your presentation
1. Professional Organizations:
- American Psychological Association (APA): The APA offers resources, networking opportunities, and professional development for individuals pursuing careers in psychology, including counseling psychology.
- American Counseling Association (ACA): The ACA is specifically geared towards professionals in the counseling field, offering resources, conferences, and networking opportunities.
- National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC): The NBCC provides certification and credentialing for counselors, as well as resources and professional development opportunities.
2. Volunteer Opportunities:
- Crisis Hotlines: Volunteering at crisis hotlines or helplines can provide valuable experience in crisis intervention and counseling skills.
- Community Mental Health Centers: Volunteering at community mental health centers allows you to work directly with clients under the supervision of licensed professionals.
- Nonprofit Organizations: Many nonprofit organizations focused on mental health offer volunteer opportunities in various capacities, such as advocacy, support groups, or outreach programs.