How to choose a profession?

The question of choosing a profession is the most difficult and responsible step in a person`s life, on which his future life depends. That is why, first of all, it is necessary to get acquainted with information about professions on various websites, first of all - on universities.

When choosing a profession, a young graduate can say: «I want», «I can». «I have to». However, it is necessary to consider the abilities, internal convictions and real possibilities. First, one should have a good understanding of one`s interests, inclinations, behavioral characteristics and physical abilities. You have to define your basic qualities and invisible traits.

To choose a profession that you like and will provide you with in life, you must first determine your level of knowledge and carefully prepare yourself for new challenges. Only then do you need to choose an educational institution. The main thing is to take into account the specific requirements of the educational process at the university. Parents, relatives, teachers and acquaintances can help you choose an occupation. Each applicant must know his or her own potential.

Some parents force their children to choose a profession according to their preferences, it may have been their unfulfilled dream. They say that when I was young, I wanted to be a doctor. However, it did not work out. Now I want my child to be a doctor. Okay, if your parent` wishes match yours. In addition, if not, then try to listen to your heart and your desires. Do not deviate from your goal and go firmly towards it.

Entry to the chosen educational institution is the main step to the desired specialty. To get a better education, you need to make a plan. Divide into basic and additional goals. Defining the ways and means to achieve these goals. Consolidation of internal forces to combat possible difficulties and obstacles.

Mistakes made in choosing a profession:
- Pursuit of a prestigious profession
- Choice of profession as desired by parents
- Insufficient information for choosing a profession
- Not to understand your psychological specificity.
- Choosing what others choose.
- Selection of professions for which more grants are awarded
- Stick to the idea, «I just want to get a diploma».

What can be done to prevent such mistakes?
1. Remember your childhood. What hopes and dreams did you have then?
2. Study yourself completely.
3. Create a personality profile.
4. Know how others see you and understand yourself better.
5. Ask a close friend, family member or trusted person to write down 10 keywords that describe you. Make sure they match your assessment.
6. Identify five key areas of the profession, such as an educator. With a marker or other tool, choose the two most attractive areas for you. Why are they interesting? What kind of life experience do I have in this area? How can I see this direction in the future? How do they fit your personality and values?
7. You have to consider your temperament; the way you work depends on it.

Sanguine people are reliable employees, they like simple and slow work. They need a profession that embodies patience and ingenuity.

Choleric loves cyclic work; this work brings him or her income.

Phlegmatic is prone to educational and production work, which does not require constant rapid implementation of any action. For them, the main thing is not speed, but the quality of work.

Melancholic is the exact opposite of sanguine. In addition, his performance often depends on the mood. Also, do not forget to consider what kind of specialists will be in demand in this or that area.

Therefore, if you have chosen a profession of the teacher, the information on a profession of the teacher can be received on a site of Abai Kazakh national pedagogical university - leading higher education institution of our country.