Career Services

The starting point for choosing a career pathway is exploring the uniqueness of you. Your values, interest, personality and strengths are major contributors to your satisfaction and motivation. It is much easier to find a job or career that fits you, versus changing yourself to fit a job or career. Who knows you better than yourself? The following services are provided to you to help you along the way in your discovery.

Individual Career Coaching & Consulting

Individual assistance is available to students at any phase of career development or the job search process.

Complete a Career Assessment

Career assessments are provided to students and alumni to explore how your values, interests and personality align with different career fields or academic majors.

• eParachute, powered by BrainFuse – click on “Academic Tools”
• TypeFocus – click on “Register” and Access Code is: cctc009

Online Resources

Available online resources provide insight and details into career pathways, career readiness and job outlook. Check out some online resources below:

• Big Interview
• College Central Network
• eParachute, powered by Brainfuse – Click on “Academic Tools”
• TypeFocus – click on “Register” and Access Code is: cctc009
• O*Net Online
• Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Occupational Outlook Handbook
• CareerOneStop

Many students enter college with an academic major or program in mind that will help them achieve their academic or professional goals. As you complete your courses you recognize if that major fits you and your plans or not. Many students might choose to change their major for a number of reasons. Career Services is here to help you explore majors and find the best fit for you.

• Meet with the Career Services Coordinator to discuss your major and career pathways.
• Complete a career assessment to identify if and how your interests may have changed.
• Review the academic majors and programs offered at Central Carolina Technical College.
• Connect with a faculty member to learn more about their classes or programs.

Central Carolina Technical College is a great place to start for students who are planning to earn a bachelor’s degree from a college or university. Nationwide, many students create an educational plan that works best for their individual financial timeline which may include completing an AA/AS degree before transferring to another school. If you are completing the AA/AS degree program, or AAS degree program, you have a number of Transfer Planning resources and services available to help create a viable transfer plan.

• Whether you’re exploring majors or searching for information about your chosen field, this website will help you connect majors to careers. What Can I do with a Major in…
• Attend the College Transfer Fair hosted every year by Career Services.
• Visit the Transfer Corner in the Skillshop Room in Career Services (Main Campus, Room M524).
• Schedule a meeting with the Career Services Coordinator to discuss your transfer ideas.
• Visit Titans on the Move” college table talks, see CCTC Events Calendar for details.
• Discuss your college transfer plan with your Academic Advisor to learn about courses that can transfer. Visit South Carolina Transfer and Articulation Center (SCTRAC) for details.
• Review the college’s Admission Agreements with area college and universities.
• Check out the “What Can I do with a Major In…” website.

Career readiness is key to ensuring successful entrance into the workforce and is also the foundation upon which a successful career is launched. Career readiness, aka “Soft Skills”, is the new career currency.

Central Carolina Technical College promotes the Competencies for Career-Ready Workforce developed by the National Association of Colleges and Employers and encourages all students and alumni to further develop these eight competencies.

You will develop these key skills in your classes and assignments, extra-curricular activities, community service, work experiences and/or internships. Check out the training videos in Big Interview to learn how to best promote these skills on your résumé and during an interview.

Searching for a job takes planning and time. The start of an effective job search includes preparing your targeted resume and cover letter to submit to prospective employers, preparing your interview skills, researching prospective employers, and researching required skills and salary expectations. Career Services can assist you develop a target job search plan that fits your career plan. We encourage you to start this process early.

Résumé Preparation

• Resume samples and video tip guides are available in Big Interview and College Central Network.
• Submit your resume draft to Career Services for a virtual review. Log in to College Central Network and upload your resume draft to “My Resumes”. The Career Services Coordinator will provide feedback on your draft and areas of improvement. You can also schedule an appointment for a resume review. 
• Upload your approved final resume draft to your College Central Network account. You can opt-in to allow employers to view your resume in the system and contact you about possible employment opportunities. 
• Update your resume every semester, or as needed, and update your College Central Network account.

Interview Preparation

• Complete the Fast Track Certificate and Interview Playbook Video Guides in Big Interview
• Complete virtual mock interview in Big Interview and review the feedback provided
• Schedule in-person mock interview or interview preparation appointment with the Career Services Coordinator

Research Employers & Salary

The Career Services Coordinator can assist you research area employers who fit your career interest and help identify new employers to consider. Schedule an appointment with the Career Services Coordinator to start making your career plan.

• College Central Network
  • O*NET Online
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook
  • CareerOneStop
  • Attend a career or job fair – check the Events Calendar for details

Career Services is dedicated to assist you build your professional network and connect to potential employers. 

• Networking is the #1 way to find a job. 80% of all job openings are never advertised. Check out networking resources in College Central Network Resource Library and Job Search Curriculum Video Guides in Big Interview. 
• Check the job postings in College Central Network frequently and watch for “Job Alert” emails.
• Attend a Career & Job Fair or Employer Info Session / Table offered on campus, in the community, or virtually. Check the CCTC Events Calendar and Events Calendar in College Central Network for event updates and details.