Careers in depth and the value of work
Study routes to a career, the value of work, and how to read a job advert. Read one part at a time and tap “I know this”. Then test yourself in the quiz.
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Careers
| Career | One fact about this career |
|---|---|
| Engineer | Mathematics and Physical Sciences; building and machines (engineering and technology) |
| Nurse | Caring and patience |
| Chef | Dress code: white jacket, apron and hat |
| Carpenter | Saw, drill and measuring tape |
| Veterinarian | Love of animals and science |
| Graphic designer | Arts, media and design |
| Farmer | Challenge: droughts and unpredictable weather |
A teacher at a public school is employed by the provincial Department of Education. Reliable career information: school counsellors and official study websites. A related career to a pharmacist: pharmacy assistant.
Reading a job advert
| In the advert | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Requirements | What you must have, e.g. Grade 12 and a year’s experience |
| Closing date: 15 November | Apply on or before that date |
| Salary negotiable | The pay can be discussed |
| Ref: JC07 | Shows which job you apply for |
| Advantage: speaks Afrikaans and English | It helps, but is not required |
| CV and covering letter | The covering letter says why you suit the job |
Must you first pay R500 “registration” for a job? It is probably a scam.
You find job adverts in newspapers and on job websites. Disagreeing constructively: share your view with respect and look for a solution.
One career in depth: nurse
| Heading | Nurse |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Health (public hospital or clinic) or a private hospital |
| Workplace | Hospital, clinic or out in the community |
| Dress code | Uniform and closed shoes |
| Tools | Thermometer, stethoscope, blood-pressure monitor |
| Activities | Cares for patients, gives medicine, keeps records |
| Personality | Caring, patient, calm under pressure |
| School subjects | Life Sciences and Mathematics; Physical Sciences helps |
| Study | A 4-year nursing degree at a university, or a 3-year diploma at a nursing college |
| Related careers | Doctor, paramedic, pharmacist |
Describe any career under the same headings: employer, workplace, dress code, tools, activities, personality, subjects, where and how long you study, and related careers.
Remember this and test yourself
- University: a matric with a bachelor’s pass; a general degree takes 3 to 4 years. A doctor studies longest: usually 6 years at university, then 2 years of internship and 1 year of community service.
- A trade (electrician, plumber): at a TVET college or through an apprenticeship, where you are paid while you learn.
- A bursary pays all or part of your studies. Job shadowing: watching a worker for a day.
- Work gives more than money: purpose, pride and new skills; it provides goods and services to the community.
- Employers value being reliable and on time. Have a plan B.
Write these points in your book. Read them again the night before the test.
Work gives 3 P’s beyond pay: Purpose, Pride, Practice (new skills). Must you pay to work? Scam.
Important words
First say what the word means, then turn the card over.
Match column A to column B
Tap a word in column A, then its meaning in column B. You can also start in column B.
True or false?
Read the question and the answer. Is the answer right? Tap True or False.
Now the real quiz!
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Follows CAPS for Grade 7 Life Orientation. Always check your teacher’s notes and textbook too.