Slide 1:Program Overview May 2008 Presented by Ted Hagert Student Testing Program Manager 847-688-3680 x7508


The Program :The Program The ASVAB Career Exploration Program (ASVAB CEP) provides high quality, career exploration and planning materials at no cost to high schools throughout the country. The Program encourages students to explore a wide variety of careers, rather than limiting their exploration by telling them what they can or should do.


Program Benefits :Program Benefits The ASVAB CEP is a cost-free and comprehensive program for high school students: The program provides students with the opportunity to explore occupations in line with interests and skills, and develop strategies to realize career goals. The program also provides military recruiters with qualified leads.


ASVAB Program and the Military :ASVAB Program and the Military Civilian education services specialists administer ASVAB Program Schools determine whether or not student information is released to the military Recruiters serve as test proctors only; they are expressly prohibited from recruiting actions during test administration Participants have no obligation to speak to a recruiter or pursue a military career 54% of participants intend on going to a 4-year college; 9% have an interest in military careers


What are the Main Components? :What are the Main Components?


Multiple-Aptitude Test :Multiple-Aptitude Test ASVAB Test Assessment of student’s ability to learn new skills Predictor of success in training and education programs


Interest Inventory :Interest Inventory Find Your Interests (FYI) 90-item interest inventory Work-related interests


Career Exploration Tool :Career Exploration Tool OCCU-Find 400+ occupations Skill Importance Ratings O*NET/OOH occupational descriptions


The ASVAB Interpretation Session and Supporting Materials :The ASVAB Interpretation Session and Supporting Materials


Interpretation Session Overview :Interpretation Session Overview Who Runs the Sessions? Education Services Specialists High school counselors How Long do They Last? 30-60 minutes What do Students Receive? ASVAB test results Exploring Careers: The ASVAB Career Exploration Guide FYI


Interpreting Test Scores :Interpreting Test Scores ASVAB Summary Results Sheet


Taking the FYI :Taking the FYI Importance of the FYI Interest types can help determine career fields Work-related interests link to career development and enjoyment of life


Using the OCCU-Find :Using the OCCU-Find With results from the ASVAB test and the FYI, students can explore occupations using the OCCU-Find.


ASVAB Program Website :ASVAB Program Website www.asvabprogram.com


Career Planning Materials :Career Planning Materials Classroom Activities Coursework planning based on career interests and goals


Concluding Comments :Concluding Comments Program Overview May 2008 Presented by Ted Hagert Student Testing Program Manager 847-688-3680 x7508