Major Choice - Empowering Career Exploration by Cofounder Brad Duquette
Major Choice - Empowering Career Exploration
From Confusion to Clarity: How Major Choice is Changing the Game
Choosing a career path is one of the most pivotal decisions a young person will make. It's a decision that can shape their future, influence their happiness, and determine their overall success. Yet, for many, this process is fraught with uncertainty, confusion, and a lack of clear direction. This is especially true for students with disabilities, who may face additional barriers and challenges in their journey to find meaningful employment.
Enter Major Choice, a New Hampshire-based company that's dedicated to empowering young adults to take control of their career paths.
What is Major Choice?
Major Choice is a credit-bearing course reshaping the approach to figuring out young adults' path after high school - helping to avoid hundreds of thousands of dollars and years of time spent on pursuing the wrong career direction. Their innovative approach is the perfect blend of technology, structure, and the power of human connection to help students identify their own Career DNA, a custom blueprint of what they need to find happiness in a job.
Key Features of the Major Choice Program:
Personalized Guidance: Major Choice recognizes that every student is unique, and their program is tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual.
Comprehensive Curriculum: The curriculum takes students through a step-by-step process of self-discovery, career exploration, and outreach, equipping them with the tools and knowledge they need to make informed decisions.
Experiential Learning: The program emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world experiences, allowing students to explore different career paths and gain valuable insights.
Focus on Empowerment: Major Choice empowers students to take ownership of their career journeys, develop self-advocacy skills, and create a personalized transition plan.
Strong Partnerships: Major Choice collaborates with organizations like Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) and schools to provide comprehensive support and expand access to their program.
Young Adults with Disabilities: Major Choice specializes in working with students with disabilities.
Why Major Choice Matters
Major Choice understands the challenges that young adults face when transitioning into the workforce. They're not just providing a service; they're providing a lifeline. By equipping these students with the skills, confidence, and direction they need, Major Choice is helping them to:
Overcome barriers to employment
Achieve much needed confidence and independence
Find fulfilling and meaningful careers
Become active and engaged members of their communities
Save countless time and money on pursuing the wrong direction
The Future of Career Exploration
Major Choice is at the forefront of a movement to revolutionize career exploration. They're demonstrating that with holistic support and guidance, every young person, regardless of their challenges, can achieve their full potential. As Major Choice continues to expand its reach and impact, we can expect to see a future where all students have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive in the world of work.