10 Tips for Parents: How to help your child choose a career

Talk to your child about what they like to do, what activities they like, what subjects they like to study. This will help determine his or her interests and inclinations.

Explore careers that might match your child's interests. Explore careers where people with similar interests work.

Create an action plan based on your child's interests and the occupations he or she has learned about. Think about all the steps necessary to reach your goals and show your child how to achieve them.

Inform your child about the different colleges and universities that offer areas of study that might match his or her interests. Find out about the admissions process for these institutions, document requirements, and application deadlines.

Help your child prepare a resume that reflects his interests, accomplishments and skills. A resume will help him gain the attention of employers or universities.

Help your child find internships and volunteer programs in areas that interest him. This will help him gain work experience and improve his resume.

Help your child identify his long-term and short-term goals and show him how to achieve them. This will help him stay motivated and move forward.

Discuss financial issues related to career choices with your child. Explain how much college or university education costs and discuss possible financing options.

Use a variety of resources such as career guidance websites, professional counseling, aptitude tests, etc. to help your child find his or her career path.

Remember that career guidance is a process that takes time and effort. The child may change his or her interests and desires as he or she grows and develops. The most important thing is that you support your child's aspirations and help them achieve their goals.