Franklin High School – Career Connect 1

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 Think about it. The average person spends at least $30 %$ of their time each day at work. Finding a career that will satisfy you in your work life is probably high on your list of priorities. The first step in the career search process starts with connecting to a pathway of interest. During this semester long course, you will identify and examine your motivators, dependable strengths, experiences, skills, personality, values, and needs that affect choosing and/or making career and life decisions. Discover your best fit career pathways and design an action plan. Benefits of this course include acquiring marketable skills, exploring career goals, learning to work with others, and gaining self-confidence. This semester long course is designed to teach you the processes and strategies involved with successful career management. Whether you're contemplating starting a career, trying to choose a career path, or are looking to make changes or improvements to your career goals, this course will provide you with the information you need on your way to achieving success. During Career Connections 2 you will have an internship experience (paid or unpaid) and demonstrate a deeper understanding of worksite learning including branding yourself on social media, interviewing skills, and how to prepare for the first day on the job.