The Career Process
What careers are out there?
Finding a career starts with knowing what careers are out there! There are many ways to find out about different careers, and a resource that all Centennial students have access to is called SchooLinks. Go to the SchooLinks tab to learn more.
Early College and Career Academy
The Early College and Career Academy is a program for high school juniors and seniors to earn dual credit (college and high
school), while gaining skills in different Parkland College programs:
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Automotive Technology
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Computer Programming
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Construction Trades
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Criminal Justice
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Certified Nursing Assistant
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Emergency Medical Services (Health Professions or Fire Service Focus)
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Industrial Technology
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Precision Agriculture.
ECCA courses are taken at Parkland College. Each program allows students to earn between 10 – 14 college credits per school year. More information can be found in the Champaign Unit 4 Curriculum, Handbook under the "Early College & Career Academy @ Parkland College" tab. Please contact Mr. Chun for more information and an application.
Career Interest Surveys
SchooLinks also has career interest surveys that can help you to see what careers would be a good fit for you! This is a great tool to use if you don't know where to begin!
Click on the picture to watch a video on how to access that tool, and click on this link to go to the SchooLinks website. Email Mr. Chun (chunaa@u4sd.org) if you need your account information
Find what classes are best for your career area!
The Unit 4 Curriculum Handbook contains sample schedules based on different career pathways you may be interested. Taking classes in these fields can help you to see if this is a good fit for you, and help prepare you to pursue that career as well! Click here to go to the handbook.