Prepare your own five-year career development plan about ‘What do you intend to do professionally in the next 5 years?

Your career plan must address and consider the following items:

1. What are your career objectives? What position, field or industry do you want to work in/for? Which province in Canada and why?

2. If you in intend to work for an organization, what are the possible promotional opportunities for career growth and what senior level position do you wish to obtain? How long will it take for you to obtain your next promotion within your field? What certificate will be needed for promotion? how many years of experience will be required for the promotion?

3. An inventory of your current skills, abilities, training, and education and the required qualifications for your desired position?

4. From your time- line Identify three action steps that are crucial to achieving your stated career development plan. These steps are usually those without which your plan cannot proceed.

5. Identify potential barriers that might prevent you from reaching your stated career goals and objectives.