19/11/2023
Career counseling sessions for Class 11 & 12
Career counseling sessions was conducted on 8th and 9 th November at APS Jaipur for the Class 11 & 12 students belonging to the science, commerce, and arts streams. The session aimed to provide guidance and information about various career options available in their respective fields of interest. The session was conducted by Mrs. Seema Goswami, a renowned career counselor, who possessed extensive knowledge and experience in the field of career guidance.
Arts Stream: Mrs. Goswami started with addressing the arts stream students, highlighting the vast range of career options available beyond the conventional perception. She emphasized the importance of creative thinking, research, and effective communication skills required in fields like journalism, advertising, content writing, design, and performing arts. Mrs. Goswami encouraged students to explore internships, volunteer work, and engage in extracurricular activities to enhance their skill sets.
Commerce Stream: The counselor then shifted focus to the commerce stream, acquainting students with a broad spectrum of career possibilities such as management, finance, accounting, commerce-based research, and entrepreneurship. Mrs. Goswami discussed various professional courses like Chartered Accountancy (CA), Company Secretary (CS), and Business Administration (BBA/MBA). She also emphasized the significance of interpersonal skills, decision-making abilities, and analytical thinking required in the commerce field.
Science Stream: Mrs. Goswami started the session by discussing career options available for students pursuing the science stream. She provided valuable insights into fields such as engineering, medicine, pure sciences, and research. She also highlighted the importance of aptitude tests and informed the students about various competitive exams required for specific careers. Mrs. Goswami encouraged students to engage in internships and workshops to gain practical exposure and make well-informed decisions.
Personal Interaction and Q&A: Following her informative session, Mrs. Goswami invited students to ask questions and share their concerns regarding career choices. Students actively participated in the discussion, seeking guidance on specific career paths, entrance exams, and scholarship opportunities. Mrs. Goswami addressed each question with enthusiasm, providing personalized guidance and dispelling doubts.
Conclusion: The career counseling session conducted by Mrs. Seema Goswami was highly informative and benefited the students of APS Jaipur. It provided them with a clearer understanding of the plethora of career options available in their chosen streams. The session enabled students to make well-informed decisions about their future and inspired them to explore various career avenues. The school administration and students extended their gratitude to Mrs. Goswami for her invaluable guidance
