Box 11
I like to Work with computers
I am Logical / analytical
Reason clearly and logically to solve complex
Detail oriented
Read technical materials and diagrams and
Persistent
Play video games and figure out how they work Concentrate for long periods without being
Able to concentrate well Precise and accurate
problems
solve technical problems
distracted
Box 12
I like to Work under pressure or in the face of danger Make decisions based on observations Be in positions of authority Respect rules and regulations Debate and win arguments
Box 13
I like to Put things together Perform activities that produce tangible results Apply math to work out solutions Use hand and power tools and operate equipment / machinery
thinker
I am Adventurous Dependable Community-minded Decisive Optimistic
Box 14
I like to Shop and go to the mall Be in charge Make displays and promote ideas Give presentations and enjoy public speaking Persuade people to buy products or to participate in activities
Box 15
I like to Interpret formulas Work in a laboratory Figure out how things work and investigate new things
I am Objective Detail oriented Inquisitive
Experiment to find the best way to do something Methodical Pay attention to details and help things be Mechanically inclined precise
Box 16
I am Practical Observant Physically active A step-by-step thinker
I am Enthusiastic Competitive Creative Self-motivated Persuasive
I like to Travel Solve mechanical problems Design efficient processes Anticipate needs and prepare to meet them Move things from one place to another
I am Realistic Mechanical Coordinated Observant A planner
Visualize objects in three dimensions from flat Coordinated drawings
Now that you’ve taken the survey, tally your results!
How many boxes did you mark in:
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The top three career clusters for me are:
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Are you feeling lost or nervous about returning to school?
Don’t think twice! Determining your interests and finding what you want to do is one of the biggest challenges many adult students face. And, you’ve already done that by taking the Career Cluster Quiz, which takes you one step closer to the college education and career you’ve always wanted!
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Now, match your top results to the appropriate career clusters on page 8 and learn more about academic majors and career opportunities for you! Find options that lead directly to job opportunities (workforce ready) or transfer opportunities to fouryear institutions (transfer ready).