This lesson introduces students to Carl Rogers' Person-Centered Therapy, focusing on the three core conditions for growth and the concept of self-actualization. Students will explore how empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard create a safe environment for personal development.

A comprehensive 90-minute workshop on understanding, selecting, and asking for professional references to secure employment.

Students analyze past experiences with change to assess their own management strategies and apply resilience tools to real-world career scenarios.

Students explore the nature of planned and unplanned career changes and identify key resilience strategies (flexible thinking, optimism, learning from mistakes) using visual-heavy guided notes.

Job search strategies, staying employed, and long-term career planning. Final review and preparation for the 'working world'.

Specific strategies for addressing incarceration and background checks. Uses the 'Regret, Reform, Readiness' framework.

Preparation for the interview process. Focuses on preparation, appearance, and the first five minutes of the encounter.

Demystifying the cover letter. Students learn how to introduce themselves to an employer and explain their interest in a role.

Guided drafting of the resume. Focuses on using action verbs and structuring work history to highlight strengths.

Introduction to resume components. Students begin gathering the necessary information for their professional documents in a simplified format.

Covers soft skills, professional vocabulary, and non-verbal communication. Practice shifting from casual to professional language.

Focuses on identifying transferable skills and setting professional goals. Helps students recognize the value of their experiences in a professional context.