CRI240 Service Professions Seminar & Career Exploration
This course introduces students to a range of service-oriented professions, including ministry, nonprofit leadership, public service, and mission-driven careers. Students explore personal strengths, vocational calling, and career pathways through guided self-assessment, research, and interaction with practitioners in the field. Emphasis is placed on aligning personal purpose with professional opportunities, developing career readiness skills, and creating a clear plan for future education, training, and employment in service-based contexts.
Credits: 3
Student learning outcomes
- Describe key roles, pathways, and expectations within a variety of service-oriented professions.
- Assess personal strengths, interests, and values in relation to potential career paths.
- Evaluate educational, training, and credentialing requirements for selected service professions.
- Develop a clear and actionable career exploration plan aligned with personal goals and opportunities.
- Demonstrate foundational career readiness skills, including professional communication, networking, and goal setting.