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RHGP 12
UNIT 5 – EDUCATION AS A TOOL FOR CAREER PATHS (ENTERING THE EXITS)

INTRODUCTION

A career can be defined as a person's progress within an occupation or series of

occupations. However, a career is more than just a job, or working, or your occupation. It also
includes your progress through life, your growth and development in vocational and
avocational areas of life.

Choosing a career is often considered a major turning point in a young adult’s life.
Before heading towards this decisive phase, you should look into several factors that might
affect your future career choice. In the Filipino context, opinions and perspectives of family
members and close relatives matter in making career decisions. Likewise, the economic
status of the family and/or distant relatives, who will support the students in pursuing their
prospective careers, is also being considered.

At the end of the unit, the student will understand the importance of education in
choosing the career that they want in the future.

At the end of this unit, the student is expected to engage in a career planning process
that focuses on matching their personal career goals, based on their interests and talents to
their family’s career preference and financial capabilities.

UNIT COVERAGE AND OBJECTIVES

In this lesson, you will learn:

TOPICS OBJECTIVES
Lesson 1
1. To apply the laws involving positive integral
exponents to zero and negative integral exponents.
2. To illustrate expressions with rational exponents.
3. To simplify expressions with rational exponents.
Lesson 2 1. To write expressions with rational exponents as radicals
and vice versa.
2. To derive the laws of radicals.
3. To simplify radical expressions using the laws of
radicals.
4. To perform operations on radical expressions.
Lesson 3 1. To solve equations involving radical expressions.
2. To solve problems involving radicals.
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SESSION 1 Exploration of Personal Career Paths

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Place your top three prospective careers in the circles and list the related SHS tracks and
strands for each. Then, on the space provided, briefly explain your reason/s in choosing
each career.

Look at your top three prospective careers. Study the checklists on the next page. Each
column presents a factor you need to consider in making career decisions. Check ( ⁄ ) the
bullets that describe your current situation or setting.

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1. What made you choose such career?

2. Did you consult your family in making career decisions?
3. In what ways do the following affect your decision in the choice of career: family,
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ENGAGE

“Top 20 skills you need to develop your career” by Eva

Christodoulou
What is it that truly differentiates one candidate from another during the application
process? Whether we are talking about the stage involving the vetting of resumes or the
interview stage, certain qualities are increasingly taking centre stage in the mind of recruiters.
They are looking for such qualities in potential hires.

For jobseekers who want to remain a step ahead of the pack, it’s important to know what
the most wanted skills are in today’s workplace.

Research on what HR experts believe are the most important skills indicates that we are
moving away from a mind-set that potential employees should have the technical know-how
and the right academic qualifications. Even though the latter is an inevitable prerequisite, the
emphasis has shifted.

In today’s world, employers and recruiters have realised that it is much easier to train
smart individuals how to perform the specifics of any role. This is as long as they have already
acquired a much harder-to-teach skill set. This skill set comprises the likes of critical thinking,
soft skills, and some basic competency in a few areas of expertise.

If you want to get the job of your dreams therefore, or excel in the career you are already
following, have a look at the skills below, assess where you stand, and find a way to polish the
areas you are not doing so well in.

1 COMMUNICATION SKILLS (LISTENING, SPEAKING AND WRITING)

Communication skills are perhaps the first set of skills that potential employers will
notice. From the initial moment you get in touch with them, the employer will be scrutinizing the
way you behave.
Be it the way you talk over the phone, the way you give them information on email, your
resume and cover letter, or the way you carry yourself during the interview, they will be
assessing whether you have polished communication skills.
Make sure that you proof read any form of written communication you send them, and
take your time to listen to what they ask you (or read their instructions carefully), and answer in
well-thought out, grammatically correct sentences. The way you communicate your thoughts
should be impeccable, as this is the way they expect you to communicate with colleagues and
clients alike throughout your tenure in their organization.

2 ANALYTICAL AND RESEARCH SKILLS

A question/problem presented to you is a piece of cake. Be very wary of giving a rushed
answer. Take the time to analyze the situation, think of all possible scenarios, and if possible,
ask for some time to go and do some research to find out more.
Being analytical, but also having strong research skills, differentiates one employee from
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the other. It demonstrates your determination, your ability to assess different scenarios, and
your commitment to be 100% sure before giving an answer to your employer. It could mean the
difference between a badly thought out idea and something that may gain the company a huge
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3 FLEXIBILITY/ADAPTABILITY
An ability to manage multiple assignments at the same time, and being flexible enough
to work under ever changing conditions, management, environment and rules is highly
appreciated. In today’s world, a job description is very fluid, and can change shape at any
time. An employee that is willing to work under a multitude of changing circumstances is
highly sought after.
Being able to adapt from one working environment to the next, or even from one type of
assignment to another, is a big advantage. It demonstrates the individual’s commitment to the
organisation, and will influence their career progression.

4 INTERPERSONAL ABILITIES
“No man is an island”. So the saying goes. Increasingly in the workplace, we all have to
work with others in order to complete a project. Be it working in a team, or dealing with clients
or suppliers, interpersonal abilities is a definite advantage and something employers always
look for. The ability to build relationships with those around you under any circumstances, and
the ability to inspire them to do what needs to be done is essential.

5 ABILITY TO MAKE DECISIONS AND SOLVE PROBLEMS

Decision making and problem solving is another skill that is high in demand. The ability
to identify complex problems and review related information in order to develop and evaluate
options and implement solutions, can distinguish one employee from another. The ability to use
critical thinking to rationalize a decision will set an individual apart.

6 ABILITY TO PLAN, ORGANISE AND PRIORITISE WORK

Simple as it may sound, an individual that can show that he/she has been able to plan
and organize their work is very valuable. Pay special attention to the way you plan your tasks,
and ensure you keep up with all the deadlines you are given. An employee that can stick to
assigned timelines and can provide pieces of information with ease and speed indicates that
he/she remains on top of things and can always be expected to deliver the required task or
information. Similarly, knowing which tasks to prioritize and which ones to leave for later is an
important skill.

7 ABILITY TO WEAR MULTIPLE HATS

Theoretically, when someone is offered a job, there is a job description included in the
contract. In reality however, employees are not expected to stick to only what is under their job
description. On the contrary, they are expected to get involved in other areas of the business,
understand all the different steps, and offer help where necessary. At the end of the day,
employers look for someone willing to try out different things, and wear multiple hats at the
same time, deal with different projects and individuals, and provide more than one sole
contribution at a time to the company.
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8 LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT SKILLS
The ability to manage people is a very powerful skill. Not only can you inspire
individuals to do what is right, you can guide them along the way, and you can monitor
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way that does not impede their progress and insult their judgement is highly desirable in
today’s workplace.
With Gen Yers taking over the work place, and their strong desire to be left alone to
do what they have to do, it is essential to have managers that know how to lead and
manage their teams in a way that leaves all employees room to come up with their own
ways of doing things. Exhibiting strong management/leadership skills is therefore a big
advantage in today’s working world.

9 ATTENTION TO DETAIL
Even though many may think that the bigger picture is more important than the tiny
details, attention to detail is what will make someone stand out at what they do. Paying
attention to detail may save the company a lot of hassle and possibly keep the distance
from a catastrophic outcome.

10 SELF-CONFIDENCE
Being self-confident exudes an aura that can convince those you work for (or with)
that you know what you are doing. If you do not believe in yourself, your skills and abilities,
then you cannot expect anyone else to believe in you. You need to be confident with
yourself and ensure everyone sees you as someone that has the ability to pull through
whatever situation comes your way.

11 PUBLIC SPEAKING
Why is it that those that are brilliant at memorizing information, solving complex
mathematical problems, or reciting Shakespearean plays do not always do well in the
business space? Why is it that if they have to stand in front of a crowd and argue a case,
they tend to flush and lose it?
Public speaking is a very crucial skill to have, which requires a lot of self-confidence,
practice, and analyzing of your audience. Even though it comes naturally to some people,
it is definitely a skill that can be acquired, and it is a skill sought after by employers. After
all, when you meet clients, you represent the company as a whole. It is only fair that they
would rather hire someone that can carry themselves well while expressing the values and
products of the company.

12 TACTFULNESS
Being tactful is necessary in many situations, when dealing with clients, as well as
colleagues. No matter how much you believe you are right about something, or that it may
be more useful for your colleague to know exactly what you think, realize that not everyone
reacts the same way to different styles of confrontation. It is important for individuals to
know how and when to deal with various issues that may crop up in the working
environment, whether they are dealing with clients, colleagues, or supervisors.

13 CREATIVITY
Being creative can be beneficial to any role you may have in the workplace. It
involves the ability to find solutions to problems using creativity, reasoning and past
experience, coupled with information and resources. Using innovative ways to improve
workflows and processes in the work place, or finding a new way to process a piece of
work can change the company’s dynamics, save time and cost, and even improve the
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14 ETHICS AND INTEGRITY CANOSSIAN

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for employees to maintain their values and integrity at all costs. Honesty and sticking to
your values will definitely repay in the long run. An untainted reputation after all is what will
help you move up the career ladder.

15 STRONG WORK ETHIC

Employers always look for employees that are passionate about what they do and
are very committed to their assignments. They need to be assured that their employees
will keep at a problem until it is solved, and they will do what is necessary to complete all
tasks. Arriving at work on time and willingness to work and take responsibility are basic
indicators of an employee’s commitment. These factors can show whether an employee is
cut out for a specific role.

16 ABILITY TO ACCEPT AND LEARN FROM CRITICISM

If a person demonstrates an attitude that is appreciative of feedback, it can be
deduced that he/she is willing to learn. Irrespective of age and experience, everyone is
constantly learning at the workplace, and one should always remain open to new
information that can enhance their skills and abilities. Jobs are constantly changing and
evolving, and employees of all ranks should show that they are open to growing and
learning, either by experiencing new situations, by training, or even by listening and
learning from criticism.

17 SALES AND MARKETING

Knowledge of the principles and methods of promoting, presenting and selling products
and services is essential, no matter what your role is in a company. At any given point in
time, you might be faced with an opportunity to promote your company and its products or
services to people you meet. It could be simply promoting these to a friend or
acquaintance, or it could be in a more formal environment where you are pulled in for a
meeting or project. Knowledge of at least basic marketing strategy as well as a range of
sales techniques and sales control systems may come in handy.

18 COMPUTER AND ELECTRONICS SKILLS

Almost all jobs nowadays require some basic understanding of computers and
electronics in general. As we move to rely more on technology to help us conduct our daily
tasks, be it communicating, writing, calculating, presenting, drawing, creating sound, and
many others, we may need in the work place, we are being pushed towards the need to
understand circuit boards, processors, electronic equipment and computers.

19 MATHEMATICS
Even if your job has nothing to do with mathematics, arithmetic, geometry, algebra,
calculus, and statistics, basic knowledge of these may become necessary at some stage.
Refreshing your knowledge of mathematics often is an essential part of keeping your
competitive advantage in the job market. Statistics in particular may come in handy, as
many a time you might need to produce some graphs and figures by analyzing quantitative
data.

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Computer programming may be seen as a skill that only needs to be mastered by

the few IT experts in an organization. However, knowledge, even at a basic level of
computer programming may come in handy if you are trying to develop a new programme
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Imagine, for example, that you are working in the HR department of the company
and want to come up with a system that monitors and evaluates the progress, performance
and salaries of all employees. Knowing even basic computer programming could help you
realize what is possible and how you can get started on this project, putting you in a better
position to collaborate with the IT department of the company in order to produce a more
advanced system catering to your needs.

For job-seekers who want to remain a step ahead of the pack, it is important to know
what the most wanted skills are in today’s workplace. In today’s world, employers and
recruiters have realized that it is much easier to train smart individuals how to perform any
role. This is as long as they have already acquired a much harder-to-teach skill set. This
skill set comprises critical thinking, innovativeness, and other soft skills

ACQUIRE

Looking into the skills required for the careers you want to
pursue, write down the skills you still need to improve inside the light bulb, and list
a strategy to learn or help strengthen these skills.

REFLECT

Reflect on the picture below. Tell something about the picture and the quotation.
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TRANSFER

After the discussion, do you have a new set of career path in your mind? Or
would you stick in you’re the first choices that you have made? Why?