Deciding on a
Career Path or Major
Deciding on a career path or college major is a big decision! Some people know what their dream job is at a young age, but for most, it takes some exploration, research, and self-reflection to discover which careers align most closely with your wants, needs, and capabilities. Our career coaches can work with you to help you make an informed decision about your future, considering major factors such as your:
Personality, morals, and values
Skill set and work experience
Investment and length of education and training
Lifestyle and salary goals
Local labor market information and career outlook
Resource Spotlight
NCTC Career Services offers students free access to many platforms for career and college major exploration. Our newest platform, YouScience, is highly recommended for students who are searching for the right career to aspire towards. Using a series of brain games, YouScience surveys your interpersonal style, talents, work approach, and much more to provide you with personalized career profiles tailored for you.
To request access, email us at careerservices@nctc.edu from your student email address with your full name and student ID number! Be sure to include the name of the assessment(s) you want access to.
Resources for Career Exploration
Whether you are exploring majors or researching your chosen career field, What Can I Do With This Major will help you make a connection between a variety of majors and careers.
YouScience uses brain game to survey your interpersonal style, talents, work approach, and much more to provide you personalized career profiles tailored for you.
Students and Alumni can email careerservices@nctc.edu to request access. Be sure to include the name of the assessment(s) you want access to.
Take the CareerCruising Interest Assessment to find information on careers that may be a good fit for you.
Students and Alumni can email careerservices@nctc.edu to request access. Be sure to include the name of the assessment(s) you want access to.
My Next Move is an interactive tool for job seekers and students to learn more about their career options. Learn about tasks, skills, salary information, and more for over 900 different careers.
Skills 2 Succeed Academy uses Simulation Modules to provide Employability Training.
Give it try with Access Code: 04NCns