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Adaptation: Switching boards involves adapting to a new system. Be prepared to adjust to different teaching styles and exam formats.
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Reasons for Change:
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Entrance Exams: If you're aiming for competitive exams like JEE, NEET, or CA Foundation, choosing a board with a lighter curriculum may give you more time to focus on entrance preparations.
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International Studies: Considering studying abroad? Boards like IGCSE or IB can prepare you for international curriculum and college applications.
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Shifting Back to India: If you've been studying abroad and want to pursue undergrad studies in India, switching to ISC or HSC boards might be necessary.
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Relocation: Moving to a new country may require adapting to their education system.
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Domicile Requirements: Domicile might be a factor for certain admissions.
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Carefully weigh your goals and the potential challenges before making a decision.
Yes, you can change boards after 10th, but consider the following:
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Here's a breakdown of the key differences between a Career Counsellor and a Psychological Counsellor:
Career Counsellor
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Focus: Career-related issues such as job search, education paths, and career planning.
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Goals: Help individuals explore career options, identify strengths, and develop job-seeking skills like resume writing and interview preparation.
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Approach: Uses assessments and tools to match skills and interests with potential career paths.
Psychological Counsellor
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Focus: Emotional, psychological, and mental health issues.
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Goals: Help individuals address personal challenges like stress, anxiety, relationships, and mental health disorders.
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Approach: Uses therapeutic techniques to support emotional well-being and personal development.
Looking for career guidance? Opt for a career counsellor. Need support with emotional or mental health concerns? A psychological counsellor is a better fit.
Career Counsellor vs. Psychological Counsellor
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Changing Education System: International boards and interdisciplinary learning are becoming more common. Understanding these options can help you make informed decisions.
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Exploring Interests: Earlier exploration of your interests and strengths can guide your high school course choices and future aspirations.
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Shifting Career Landscape: The world of work is constantly evolving. Starting early allows you to keep pace with changing trends.
Here are some things you can do in 8th grade:
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Explore Interests: Discover subjects and activities you enjoy.
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Research Careers: Look into different professions and their requirements.
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Talk to People: Connect with adults in various fields to learn about their experiences.
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Set Goals: Identify skills or subjects you might want to focus on in high school.
Starting early helps align your education with your career aspirations. Remember, you can always adjust your path as you learn more!
Not at all! Here's why it's beneficial to start early:
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Self-Assessment: Honesty and reflection during the test are crucial for accurate results.
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Test Quality: Well-designed and validated tests are more reliable.
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Complexity of Careers: Aptitude tests can't capture everything that makes you successful in a job.
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Individual Differences: Your unique experiences and preferences might not be fully reflected in the test.
Use aptitude tests as one of many tools in your career exploration journey. Combine them with personal reflection, real-world exploration, and guidance from mentors or counsellors for best results
At On The Job, we use the following assessments to provide a comprehensive report:
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Myers Briggs Test
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Holland Scores
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Multiple Intelligence Test
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Best Suited Work Environments
These tools help us recommend careers best suited to your individual strengths.
Career aptitude tests can be helpful, but their accuracy depends on several factors:
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Pre-Counselling Questionnaire: Understands your background and expectations.
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Zoom Meeting: Discusses your aspirations and answers any questions you might have.
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Psychometric Testing: We send a link for the test, and you receive a detailed report.
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Face-to-Face Counselling: We analyze your test results and questionnaire to map out the best career path for you.
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Actionable Plan: We create a plan for achieving your goals, including:
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Identifying target universities and colleges
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Choosing relevant entrance exams
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Building a strong resume
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Setting goals for dream universities and resume building
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Ongoing Support: We offer regular interventions to ensure you're on track.
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The On the Job Club:
Our process involves several steps:
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Industry Visits for Career Exploration
Through our Grade 8 to 10 Counseling Program, we offer:
Grade 8 to 10 Career Counselling Program
Are you in Class 8, 9, or 10 and feeling overwhelmed by stream selection after 10th? Choosing the right direction for your future can be stressful, but you don't have to do it alone! On The Job's Grade 8 to 12 Career Counselling Program provides personalized guidance to help you discover your dream career.
Nisha's career counseling session was a game-changer. She helped my daughter identify her strengths, interests, and potential career paths. Thanks to her guidance, we're now more confident in our decision-making process.
Dhimant Shah Parent of Tanishka Shah
Grade 11 SVKM International
I entered the session feeling confused and demotivated. Nisha Ma'am's patient and insightful approach completely transformed my perspective. She broke down complex career concepts into easy-to-understand terms. I'm now excited about my future and feel confident in my decisions. Thank you, Nisha Ma'am, for being such an inspiring mentor!
Dipanjli Murarka
MBAtech student | Mukesh Patel college of Engineering
Nisha is a knowledgeable and experienced career counselor. She understands both students' and parents' needs. We're confident that she'll guide our son on the right path to a successful future.
Swati Seeran Parent of Ahaan Sharma
Grade 12 Inventure Academy, Bangalore
Nisha's session was incredibly helpful. Her insightful advice and guidance have given me a clearer direction for my future. I'm grateful for her expertise and support.
Sonal Vora Parent of Divit Vora
Grade 9, Utpal Sanghvi School, Mumbai
Amazing interaction with Ms Nisha! Very clear with her knowledge, rational and practical understanding! She works to understand the student s side deeply! Informative, interactive , understanding and helpful guidance!
Gauri Chaturvedi | Parent of Aashna Chaturvedi
Ecole Mondial School, Mumbai
It was an excellent session and provided deep insight into the career I wanted to pursue. Not only that but several favourable back up options were also explained in great detail. I am now very clear about the field I want to pursue. This would not have been possible without the fantastic guidance given during the counselling session. Thank you so much!
Paawni
NEET Aspirant | Grade 9 Poddar international school Mumbai
Career after 10th
Science Stream
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Higher Secondary Education (11th & 12th Grade): This path keeps various options open, like engineering, medicine, and research.
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Engineering Diplomas: Enroll in polytechnic institutes for diplomas in mechanical, civil, electrical, or computer engineering.
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Medical Fields:
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Paramedical Courses: Explore nursing, radiology, and laboratory technology.
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Allied Health Sciences: Pursue programs in physiotherapy, pharmacy, or dental hygiene.
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Commerce Stream
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Higher Secondary Education (11th & 12th Grade): Focus on subjects like Accountancy, Business Studies, and Economics for preparation towards various undergraduate courses.
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Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com): This degree leads to careers in finance, accounting, taxation, and business management.
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Professional Courses:
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Chartered Accountancy (CA): Become a qualified chartered accountant specializing in accounting, auditing, and taxation.
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Company Secretary (CS): Manage legal aspects of a company, including compliance and governance.
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Cost and Management Accountancy (CMA): Focus on financial management and cost control in businesses.
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Arts/Humanities Stream
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Higher Secondary Education (11th & 12th Grade): This path allows you to explore subjects like History, Political Science, Geography, Sociology, and Psychology.
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Bachelor's Degree in Arts (BA): Pursue a degree in English, History, Sociology, Psychology, or Political Science, leading to diverse career opportunities.
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Professional Options:
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Law: Consider a 5-year integrated law program (BA LLB) for a legal career.
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Social Work: Make a difference by helping communities through social work programs.
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Journalism & Mass Communication: Explore careers in print, broadcast, or digital media.
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Teaching: Pursue a degree in education to become a teacher at schools or colleges.
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Interdisciplinary Careers:
These careers blend knowledge and skills from multiple fields, offering unique opportunities:
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Environmental Science: Combines biology, chemistry, and ecology to address environmental issues.
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Psychology & Marketing: Understand consumer behavior and improve marketing campaigns by merging psychology and marketing strategies.
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Data Science: Analyze data to inform decision-making by integrating statistics, computer science, and domain-specific knowledge.