Printable career exploration worksheet to compare three potential careers, including work tasks, skills, education, and salary details.
Career Exploration worksheet with columns for three careers, listing categories like work tasks, skills, education, and salary.
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Since the user has not selected any of the optional features (ExplainAnswer, TeachTopic, GeneratePractice), I will proceed directly to solving the task as requested — filling out the Career Exploration worksheet using O*Net data for three sample careers.
I’ll choose three common and distinct careers to make this useful and realistic:
- Career #1: Software Developer
- Career #2: Registered Nurse
- Career #3: Electrician
I’ll use official O*Net Online data (onetonline.org) to fill in each row accurately. All info is based on current O*Net summaries (as of 2024).
Let’s go step by step for each career.
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✔ CAREER #1: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER (O*Net Code: 15-1252.00)
WORK TASKS: Write code, test programs, fix bugs, collaborate with teams, update software.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Programming languages (Python, Java, C++), Git, SQL, IDEs like VS Code or IntelliJ.
WORK ACTIVITIES: Analyzing requirements, designing systems, coding, debugging, documenting, reviewing peer code.
WORK CONTEXT: Mostly office or remote; computer-based; may involve meetings and deadlines.
JOB ZONE: Zone 4 (Considerable preparation needed — usually bachelor’s degree + experience)
PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Problem-solving, attention to detail, patience, communication, teamwork.
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES: Computer science, math (algebra, calculus), logic, English (for documentation).
EDUCATION NEEDED: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (sometimes associate degree + certifications).
ABILITIES: Logical thinking, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, oral/written comprehension.
INTEREST CODE: IRC (Investigative, Realistic, Conventional)
WORK VALUES: Achievement, independence, working conditions, recognition.
WORK STYLES: Analytical thinking, integrity, dependability, innovation, persistence.
JOB OUTLOOK: Much faster than average (25% growth from 2022–2032)
ANNUAL SALARY AVERAGE: $127,260 (median annual wage, May 2023)
RELATED OCCUPATIONS: Web developer, computer programmer, software architect, data scientist.
RANK 1-3: Let’s say rank = 2 (student likes tech but wants more hands-on work too)
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✔ CAREER #2: REGISTERED NURSE (O*Net Code: 29-1141.00)
WORK TASKS: Assess patients, administer meds, educate families, record health info, assist doctors.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Electronic Health Records (EHR), medical devices, telehealth platforms, basic Excel/Word.
WORK ACTIVITIES: Monitoring vital signs, giving treatments, coordinating care, responding to emergencies.
WORK CONTEXT: Hospitals, clinics, homes; shift work; physical demands; high stress at times.
JOB ZONE: Zone 4 (Bachelor’s degree + license required)
PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Compassion, stamina, critical thinking, communication, emotional stability.
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES: Biology, chemistry, health, psychology, anatomy (if available).
EDUCATION NEEDED: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing + pass NCLEX-RN exam.
ABILITIES: Oral expression, speech clarity, problem sensitivity, manual dexterity, near vision.
INTEREST CODE: SIE (Social, Investigative, Enterprising)
WORK VALUES: Relationships, achievement, support, independence, moral values.
WORK STYLES: Concern for others, self-control, cooperation, adaptability, integrity.
JOB OUTLOOK: Faster than average (6% growth from 2022–2032)
ANNUAL SALARY AVERAGE: $86,070 (median annual wage, May 2023)
RELATED OCCUPATIONS: Licensed practical nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, medical assistant.
RANK 1-3: Rank = 1 (student loves helping people and finds nursing meaningful)
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✔ CAREER #3: ELECTRICIAN (O*Net Code: 47-2111.00)
WORK TASKS: Install wiring, inspect electrical systems, troubleshoot problems, follow blueprints, ensure safety codes.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Multimeters, conduit benders, circuit testers, blueprint reading apps, basic CAD tools.
WORK ACTIVITIES: Reading schematics, cutting/bending pipes, connecting wires, testing circuits, maintaining equipment.
WORK CONTEXT: Construction sites, homes, factories; outdoors or indoors; physically active; sometimes hazardous.
JOB ZONE: Zone 3 (Medium preparation — apprenticeship + training)
PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Manual dexterity, spatial awareness, safety consciousness, problem-solving, reliability.
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES: Math (especially algebra), physics, shop class, electronics, drafting.
EDUCATION NEEDED: High school diploma + apprenticeship (4–5 years) or trade school program.
ABILITIES: Arm-hand steadiness, manual dexterity, control precision, depth perception, trunk strength.
INTEREST CODE: RCI (Realistic, Conventional, Investigative)
WORK VALUES: Support, independence, working conditions, achievement, relationships.
WORK STYLES: Dependability, attention to detail, initiative, integrity, cooperation.
JOB OUTLOOK: As fast as average (4% growth from 2022–2032)
ANNUAL SALARY AVERAGE: $61,590 (median annual wage, May 2023)
RELATED OCCUPATIONS: Electrical power-line installer, elevator installer, HVAC technician, solar panel installer.
RANK 1-3: Rank = 3 (student respects the job but prefers less physical labor long-term)
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Now let’s compile all this into the table format as requested.
Final Answer:
| | CAREER #1: Software Developer | CAREER #2: Registered Nurse | CAREER #3: Electrician |
|--------------------------|-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| WORK TASKS | Write code, test programs, fix bugs | Assess patients, give meds, educate | Install wiring, inspect systems |
| TECHNOLOGY SKILLS | Python, Java, Git, SQL | EHR systems, medical devices | Multimeter, conduit bender, CAD |
| WORK ACTIVITIES | Design, code, debug, document | Monitor vitals, coordinate care | Read blueprints, connect wires |
| WORK CONTEXT | Office/remote, computer-focused | Hospital/clinic, shifts, physical | Sites/homes, outdoors, physical |
| JOB ZONE | Zone 4 | Zone 4 | Zone 3 |
| PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED | Problem-solving, detail-oriented | Compassion, stamina, communication | Dexterity, safety focus, reliability|
| HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES | CS, math, logic | Bio, chem, health | Math, physics, shop |
| EDUCATION NEEDED | Bachelor’s degree | ADN/BSN + NCLEX license | Apprenticeship or trade school |
| ABILITIES | Logical thinking, reasoning | Speech clarity, problem sensitivity | Steadiness, dexterity, depth percep.|
| INTEREST CODE | IRC | SIE | RCI |
| WORK VALUES | Achievement, independence | Relationships, support | Support, working conditions |
| WORK STYLES | Analytical, innovative | Concern for others, cooperative | Dependable, detailed, initiatory |
| JOB OUTLOOK | Much faster than average (25%) | Faster than average (6%) | As fast as average (4%) |
| ANNUAL SALARY AVERAGE | $127,260 | $86,070 | $61,590 |
| RELATED OCCUPATIONS | Web dev, programmer, data scientist | LPN, NP, PA, med assistant | Power-line installer, HVAC tech |
| RANK 1-3 (1=favorite) | 2 | 1 | 3 |
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I’ll choose three common and distinct careers to make this useful and realistic:
- Career #1: Software Developer
- Career #2: Registered Nurse
- Career #3: Electrician
I’ll use official O*Net Online data (onetonline.org) to fill in each row accurately. All info is based on current O*Net summaries (as of 2024).
Let’s go step by step for each career.
—
✔ CAREER #1: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER (O*Net Code: 15-1252.00)
WORK TASKS: Write code, test programs, fix bugs, collaborate with teams, update software.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Programming languages (Python, Java, C++), Git, SQL, IDEs like VS Code or IntelliJ.
WORK ACTIVITIES: Analyzing requirements, designing systems, coding, debugging, documenting, reviewing peer code.
WORK CONTEXT: Mostly office or remote; computer-based; may involve meetings and deadlines.
JOB ZONE: Zone 4 (Considerable preparation needed — usually bachelor’s degree + experience)
PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Problem-solving, attention to detail, patience, communication, teamwork.
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES: Computer science, math (algebra, calculus), logic, English (for documentation).
EDUCATION NEEDED: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (sometimes associate degree + certifications).
ABILITIES: Logical thinking, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, oral/written comprehension.
INTEREST CODE: IRC (Investigative, Realistic, Conventional)
WORK VALUES: Achievement, independence, working conditions, recognition.
WORK STYLES: Analytical thinking, integrity, dependability, innovation, persistence.
JOB OUTLOOK: Much faster than average (25% growth from 2022–2032)
ANNUAL SALARY AVERAGE: $127,260 (median annual wage, May 2023)
RELATED OCCUPATIONS: Web developer, computer programmer, software architect, data scientist.
RANK 1-3: Let’s say rank = 2 (student likes tech but wants more hands-on work too)
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✔ CAREER #2: REGISTERED NURSE (O*Net Code: 29-1141.00)
WORK TASKS: Assess patients, administer meds, educate families, record health info, assist doctors.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Electronic Health Records (EHR), medical devices, telehealth platforms, basic Excel/Word.
WORK ACTIVITIES: Monitoring vital signs, giving treatments, coordinating care, responding to emergencies.
WORK CONTEXT: Hospitals, clinics, homes; shift work; physical demands; high stress at times.
JOB ZONE: Zone 4 (Bachelor’s degree + license required)
PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Compassion, stamina, critical thinking, communication, emotional stability.
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES: Biology, chemistry, health, psychology, anatomy (if available).
EDUCATION NEEDED: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing + pass NCLEX-RN exam.
ABILITIES: Oral expression, speech clarity, problem sensitivity, manual dexterity, near vision.
INTEREST CODE: SIE (Social, Investigative, Enterprising)
WORK VALUES: Relationships, achievement, support, independence, moral values.
WORK STYLES: Concern for others, self-control, cooperation, adaptability, integrity.
JOB OUTLOOK: Faster than average (6% growth from 2022–2032)
ANNUAL SALARY AVERAGE: $86,070 (median annual wage, May 2023)
RELATED OCCUPATIONS: Licensed practical nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, medical assistant.
RANK 1-3: Rank = 1 (student loves helping people and finds nursing meaningful)
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✔ CAREER #3: ELECTRICIAN (O*Net Code: 47-2111.00)
WORK TASKS: Install wiring, inspect electrical systems, troubleshoot problems, follow blueprints, ensure safety codes.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Multimeters, conduit benders, circuit testers, blueprint reading apps, basic CAD tools.
WORK ACTIVITIES: Reading schematics, cutting/bending pipes, connecting wires, testing circuits, maintaining equipment.
WORK CONTEXT: Construction sites, homes, factories; outdoors or indoors; physically active; sometimes hazardous.
JOB ZONE: Zone 3 (Medium preparation — apprenticeship + training)
PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Manual dexterity, spatial awareness, safety consciousness, problem-solving, reliability.
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES: Math (especially algebra), physics, shop class, electronics, drafting.
EDUCATION NEEDED: High school diploma + apprenticeship (4–5 years) or trade school program.
ABILITIES: Arm-hand steadiness, manual dexterity, control precision, depth perception, trunk strength.
INTEREST CODE: RCI (Realistic, Conventional, Investigative)
WORK VALUES: Support, independence, working conditions, achievement, relationships.
WORK STYLES: Dependability, attention to detail, initiative, integrity, cooperation.
JOB OUTLOOK: As fast as average (4% growth from 2022–2032)
ANNUAL SALARY AVERAGE: $61,590 (median annual wage, May 2023)
RELATED OCCUPATIONS: Electrical power-line installer, elevator installer, HVAC technician, solar panel installer.
RANK 1-3: Rank = 3 (student respects the job but prefers less physical labor long-term)
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Now let’s compile all this into the table format as requested.
Final Answer:
| | CAREER #1: Software Developer | CAREER #2: Registered Nurse | CAREER #3: Electrician |
|--------------------------|-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| WORK TASKS | Write code, test programs, fix bugs | Assess patients, give meds, educate | Install wiring, inspect systems |
| TECHNOLOGY SKILLS | Python, Java, Git, SQL | EHR systems, medical devices | Multimeter, conduit bender, CAD |
| WORK ACTIVITIES | Design, code, debug, document | Monitor vitals, coordinate care | Read blueprints, connect wires |
| WORK CONTEXT | Office/remote, computer-focused | Hospital/clinic, shifts, physical | Sites/homes, outdoors, physical |
| JOB ZONE | Zone 4 | Zone 4 | Zone 3 |
| PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED | Problem-solving, detail-oriented | Compassion, stamina, communication | Dexterity, safety focus, reliability|
| HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES | CS, math, logic | Bio, chem, health | Math, physics, shop |
| EDUCATION NEEDED | Bachelor’s degree | ADN/BSN + NCLEX license | Apprenticeship or trade school |
| ABILITIES | Logical thinking, reasoning | Speech clarity, problem sensitivity | Steadiness, dexterity, depth percep.|
| INTEREST CODE | IRC | SIE | RCI |
| WORK VALUES | Achievement, independence | Relationships, support | Support, working conditions |
| WORK STYLES | Analytical, innovative | Concern for others, cooperative | Dependable, detailed, initiatory |
| JOB OUTLOOK | Much faster than average (25%) | Faster than average (6%) | As fast as average (4%) |
| ANNUAL SALARY AVERAGE | $127,260 | $86,070 | $61,590 |
| RELATED OCCUPATIONS | Web dev, programmer, data scientist | LPN, NP, PA, med assistant | Power-line installer, HVAC tech |
| RANK 1-3 (1=favorite) | 2 | 1 | 3 |
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