Session 5: Goal Setting & Backup Plans in the Career Guidance & Work Readiness

This session guides learners to set a main career goal and create strong backup options. It explains how to build a clear Plan A, while also preparing Plan B and Plan C for safety. The aim is to help learners stay confident and flexible even if their first choice changes.

Part 1: Stream Selection Worksheet

Reflection on Interests and Strengths

Instructions: Before choosing your stream, take a moment to reflect honestly on your interests and strengths.

1. Subjects You Love: List the subjects you enjoy the most.


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2. Subjects You Are Good At: List the subjects you perform well in.

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3. Dream Career: Write down your career aspirations.

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4. College or University Goals: Identify the colleges or universities you aim to join. 


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Stream and Subject Preferences

Instructions: Review the three main streams below, including their common and elective subjects, to help you decide.

  Science Commerce Humanities/Arts
Common Subjects English-Core, Environmental Education English-Core, Environmental Education English-Core, Environmental Education
Elective Subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Biotechnology, Geology, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Anthropology Business Studies, Accountancy, Economics, Business Mathematics, Entrepreneurship, Multimedia and Web Technology Political Science, History, Psychology, Sociology, Fine Arts, Advanced Languages, Music, Geography, Statistics

Optional NSQF Subjects (Available for All Streams):

· IT-ITeS

· Beauty and Wellness

· Physical Education

· Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality

· Others: ____________________

Music Group (Optional):

· Group A: Hindustani Vocal, Kathak Dance, Tabla, Violin, Sitar

· Group B: Sattriya Vocal Music, Sattriya Dance, Khol, Music

· Group C: Assamese Folk Music, Assamese Folk Dance

Decision Summary

Chosen Stream: ________________________________________

Chosen Elective Subjects: ________________________________________

Reason for Selection: ________________________________________

Part 2: Defining My Plan A (The Dream Career)

Instructions: Your "Plan A" is your top career goal. Fill in the details for your top career choice below. Ask your facilitator if you need help!

1. My Career Choice:

2. What stream or course do I need after 10th?

3. What degree or training do I need after PUC?

4. Total number of years of education needed:

5. Will I need to travel or stay in a hostel for this?

☐ Yes ☐ No

 

Part 3: Building Plan B & Plan C (My Backup Plans)

Instructions: Sometimes things outside our control can delay or change Plan A. Having a Plan B and Plan C keeps you moving forward no matter what!

· Plan B could be a different career in the same field, or an alternative course.

· Plan C could be a short-term vocational course that lets you start earning quickly.

Plan B (Alternative Choice) Plan C (Short-Term/Vocational Backup)
Career Choice: ________________________________________ Career Choice: ________________________________________
Course Needed: ________________________________________ Course Needed: ________________________________________
Years Needed: ________________________________________ Years Needed: ________________________________________

 

Part 4: What If Things Don't Go As Planned?

Instructions: Everyone wants to do well in their 10th-grade exams, but sometimes life doesn't go exactly as expected. If your results aren't what you hoped for, your future does not end there! Tick all the options you are willing to try.

☐ Write the supplementary exam.

☐ Enroll in a short-term or vocational course that doesn't need high 10th marks.

☐ Take a break, prepare, and write the 10th exam again next year.

☐ Talk to a teacher, counselor, or family member for guidance.

☐ Look for part-time work while studying (part-time study / part-time work).

My Promise to Myself:

If I face a challenge or don't score what I expected, the first person on my Support Team I will talk to is