Career Development

There are many reasons that you may be thinking about a career change…

• uncertainty that you want to remain in your present career long-term
• interest in making a lateral move within your company/organization
• wanting something better or more satisfying
• dissatisfaction with the work environment
• possibility of future down-sizing, layoffs or business closing
• desire to complete more education
• unanticipated changes in your personal situation

All of these are perfectly legitimate reasons to explore a career change. Many people think about changing careers – many during midlife – but don’t know how to approach such a drastic change. Career exploration is a lifelong process experienced by all – but in different ways. Making decisions can be very complex and filled with anxiety. Your alumni career counselor can help you navigate through this process, identify your needs and develop a strategy to address your concerns. Call our office at 210-458-4589 to schedule an appointment.

Here are some great resources to get you started:

• Switching Gears: Tuning Up Your Career – Good overview as you begin to think about this potential change.
• Quintessential Careers has several resources, articles and quizzes for anyone considering a career change.
• Career Change Tools for the Mid-Life Woman – 14 tips to get you started.
• Resources for the over-40 Career Changer – Several articles from AARP geared towards the over-40 career changer
• How to Make Age an Asset – tips on how to emphasize your experience not your age

• Seniors for Hire
• Retired Brains
• Work Force 50
• Your Encore

Is a Teaching Certificate in your Future?

If you are thinking about coming back to school to obtain your Teaching Certification? Here’s information on UTSA’s Post-Baccalaureate program.