An article directed to KCSE Leavers
The results came out and we have been pondering into them, some took a bold step of going back to repeating high school…We wish them the very best, it’s their turn to try and jump higher… However, it is also our time to reflect and make the best career choices. Therefore, what will drive our career decision apart from the academic performance?
Let us assume that you qualify to join more than one University courses, how do you know which to pick.
- Mental and Physical needs
You will live with your choice, so pick a career that you know you can manage it on a daily basis. Take for instance a counselor; will you manage to handle the secrets of the people and life a normal life? As a doctor how will, you react if you see like see negative patient lab results.
In your nature, do you like engaging in physically difficult work? As a procurement officer, you may be required to spend a day at the store taking record, lifting items and other tasks
Go for a career that will not challenge you mentally or physically to a point of breaking you down
- 2. Marketability of the program
Every programme has its’ own market niche. How do you see yourself blending and fitting in the employment arena for a position? Do you trust yourself to go for self-employment in the field of the study?
Embrace yourself and enroll for a course that you will be passionate enough to ask for employment and even create your own employment
- 3. Hobbies
Hobbies are things that we like to do, go for a career that will allow you to pursue your hobbies. This helps in attaining career self-satisfaction.
- 4. Financial Need
Analyze the financial need of all the programmes and choice one that you will be sure to complete once you start. Consider also getting financial help from HELB, Bursary, scholarships and individual guardians.
- 5. Availability of the programme
Check which institutions are offering the program and how accessible they are. If they are far. Consider having an on-campus accommodation as a plus to cut down on transport cost and for enhanced security.
