World Changers Program
The College Is Not Mandatory
A Career Program That Helps Students Find Their Path—Without Wasted Time or Money
Today’s students have countless career options, but many lack the resources to explore them effectively. The College Is Not Mandatory World Changers Career Program bridges this gap by guiding students through the career discovery process, giving them the confidence to pursue a path that truly fits.
This flexible, teacher-designed curriculum makes it easy to:
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Engage Students with Purpose: Students explore their passions and interests, making high school feel relevant to their future.
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Support Critical Thinking: Helps students connect their interests to meaningful career paths with real-world impact.
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Empower Students to Choose Wisely: Whether through a teacher-led class, small group, or independent study, students gain the tools they need to make thoughtful career decisions.
A Teacher-to-Teacher Program
Developed by an educator, for educators—this curriculum adapts to your needs and offers a practical, impactful way to prepare students for life after high school.
What's included in your World Changers Education Program
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Lifetime Access to the World Changers Community of educators, guidance counselors, and principals
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Every World Changers Course (see descriptions below) that each include :
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Individual course goals and objectives (which you can edit to add your subject-matter standards, as applicable)
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Individual course lesson planning guides
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Individual course slide decks
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Individual course audio recordings of the slide decks
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All course student activities (which you can customize) suitable for digital and paper distribution
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Comprehensive resource list with helpful links
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Updated resources added as new material is developed
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Free access to “Pick My Brain” sessions with the curriculum developer: former educator and certified SCDA Stephanie Haynes, author of College Is Not Mandatory
Career Foundations
Overview:
Career Foundations guides students in discovering and planning their ideal career path through self-reflection and career research.
Core Elements:
Self-Reflection: Identify values, strengths, and interests.
Career Frameworks: Explore Career Clusters, Pathways, and the Holland Code assessment.
Personalized Roadmap: Build a step-by-step plan toward career goals.
Why It Matters:
This course empowers students to make informed, confident career choices that align with their unique strengths and passions.
Career Discovery
Overview:
Career Discovery helps students explore their ideal career path through guided lessons in research and self-reflection.
Core Elements:
Lifestyle Visioning: Students envision their desired lifestyle and set actionable goals.
Career Research: Explore Career Clusters and identify skills, experience, and training needed.
Pathway Planning: Build foundational knowledge for pursuing a fulfilling career path.
Why It Matters:
This course empowers students to start building toward a career they love, right from high school.
Career Planning
Overview:
Career Planning guides students in creating a customized career path and post-graduation plan.
Core Elements:
Personalized Planning: Identify ideal education and training options.
Flexible Pathways: Explore six main post-high school options and how to combine them.
Career Development Plan: Craft a roadmap for success in their chosen field.
Why It Matters:
Students gain the clarity and tools needed to prepare for a career that fits their goals and aspirations.
