Description:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to define individual career goals after a thorough examination of five career areas within the fashion industry. In addition, the student should be able to explain strategies for success in the workplace. 2 hrs./wk.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Prerequisites: NONE

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Develop appropriate career goals after self-analysis and formulate plans for accomplishing these goals.
2. Explore fashion career opportunities using a variety of resources, including: a) Campus Career Planning and Placement Center, b) Guest speakers and field trips, c) Library research about careers, d) Library research about companies, e) Informational interviews.
3. Exhibit strategies for success in the workplace, a) Network with professionals in the field, b) Develop assertive communication skills, c) Exhibit the characteristics of a professional, d) Understand the traits of an ideal employee and strive to demonstrate those traits on the job.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Self-Assessment
   A. Examine personal values.
   B. Complete computerized career guidance.

II. Goal Setting
   A. Set short- and long-term goals.
   B. Develop measurement for evaluating goals for success.
   C. Develop time line for goals.

III. Career Research
   A. Describe the careers from the five areas of the fashion industry.
   B. Compile informational interviews.
   C. Attending a fashion career seminar sponsored by K.C. Fashion Group,
describe career opportunities and professional issues.
   D. Research two fashion-related careers, describing findings.
   E. Compare several annual reports from a company, citing trends and
changes opportunities.

IV. Career Success Strategies
   A. Use networking to develop five professional contacts.
   B. Exhibit professionalism in manners and dress.
   C. Exhibit initiative by conducting informational interviews.
   D. Demonstrate enthusiasm by asking questions of guest speakers.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Examinations             40%
Speaker critiques        15%
Research papers          30%
Class participation      15%
Total                   100%

Caveats:

1. Students must attend Fashion Career Seminar at a cost of approximately $35.
2. Students must pass all FASH courses with a grade of "C" or higher for the Fashion Merchandising and Fashion Design degrees.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.