How Can Gifted Children Explore Possible Career Paths?
Because they have such a broad range of interests and abilities, some gifted students have difficulty deciding on a career path. Most colleges, however, expect students to decide on a course of study by their third year. You can help by taking these steps: • Expose your child to a variety of work environments. • Ask open-ended questions when your child mentions careers and avoid statements that imply expectations. • Urge your child to explore as many careers as possible. • Encourage your child to volunteer in your community. • Encourage your child to join high school internship programs. How Can I Help My Gifted Child Find an Appropriate College? Having the right kind of information about colleges will help your child make the best decision about where to go and what to study. Use the following suggestions to guide your research: • Start with information in the school guidance office and library. Become familiar with college guides, multimedia resources, and videotapes. • Obtain litera
