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CAM Career Guidance & Academic Planning Flashcards

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  1. When helping a mentee develop a four-year academic plan, what should the mentor prioritize FIRST?

    Answer: Aligning course selection with the mentee's declared major requirements and long-term career goals

    Aligning course selection with degree requirements and career goals ensures the mentee makes purposeful progress and avoids unnecessary courses or delays.

  2. A mentee is undecided about their major. Which mentor action is MOST appropriate?

    Answer: Administer a career interest inventory and explore various academic fields together

    Career interest inventories help undecided students identify strengths, values, and passions, which can guide major selection in a personalized way.

  3. Which of the following BEST describes a SMART goal in academic planning?

    Answer: A Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound objective

    SMART goals provide clear, structured targets with defined success criteria and deadlines, making academic progress trackable and motivating.

  4. A mentee wants to apply to graduate school but does not know where to start. What is the FIRST step a mentor should guide them through?

    Answer: Clarifying the mentee's academic and professional goals to identify appropriate programs

    Identifying clear academic and professional goals helps narrow program selection and ensures the mentee applies to schools that match their career trajectory.

  5. Which type of experiential learning opportunity is MOST valuable for helping a mentee explore a career field?

    Answer: An internship or job shadowing experience in the career field

    Internships and job shadowing provide real-world exposure to career environments, helping mentees make informed decisions about their professional goals.

  6. What is the primary purpose of a degree audit tool in academic planning?

    Answer: To track which degree requirements have been completed and what remains outstanding

    Degree audit tools provide a real-time snapshot of completed and remaining degree requirements, helping mentors and mentees plan future semesters strategically.