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Program OverviewSchool Year 13-14Presented by Mark GlassenSacramento Recruiting Battalion(916) 638-0845
“Nothing can add more power to your lifethan concentrating all your energies on a limited set of targets” -Nido Zubein
The ProgramThe Program
• The ASVAB Career Exploration Program (ASVAB CEP) provides industry leading, career exploration and planning materials at no cost to high schools and colleges throughout the country.
• Endorsed by the CA Superintendent of Instruction, Tom Torlakson
• One of the most widely used, multiple-aptitude tests in the world
• More than half of all high schools nationwide administer ASVAB CEP
Program BenefitsProgram Benefits
• The ASVAB CEP is a cost-free and comprehensive
program for high school and college students:
• The program provides students with the opportunity to
explore occupations in line with interests and skills, and
develop strategies to realize career goals.
• ASVAB meets the American School Counselor’s
Association and the National Career Development
Association’s national standards for career guidance
Why it works so well!Why it works so well!
Multiple-Aptitude TestMultiple-Aptitude Test
ASVAB Diagnostic Aptitude Test• Assessment of student’s ability to learn new skills
• Predictor of success in training and education programs
General Science Arithmetic Reasoning
Word Knowledge Paragraph Comprehension
Mathematics Knowledge Electronics Information
Auto and Shop Information Mechanical Comprehension
Interest InventoryInterest Inventory
Find Your Interests (FYI)
• 90-item interest inventory
• Work-related interests
Career Exploration ToolCareer 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 OverviewInterpretation 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
ASVAB Program WebsiteASVAB Program Website
www.asvabprogram.com
Career Planning MaterialsCareer Planning Materials
Classroom Activities
• Coursework planning based on career interests and goals
Schedule the ASVAB CEP in your School by contacting your schools Army Recruiter or by contacting the ASVAB Test Coordinator below:
Schedule the ASVAB CEP in your School by contacting your schools Army Recruiter or by contacting the ASVAB Test Coordinator below:
Kirstie Peterson, ASVAB Test Coordinator(916) 455-9000/ extention [email protected]