Questions about myself
– What do I like? What do I hate?
– What do I really, really want to know more about?
– Do l work well in teams?
– What do I do really well?
– What do I find challenging?
– How much money do I want to earn?
– Do I prefer to make things or to read about things being made?
– What kind of workplace do I want to work in?
– Am I better at working on my own?
– How long am I prepared to study?
– At what age do I want to retire?
– What do I want to do tomorrow?
– What do I want to do in 10 years’ time?
– How hard am I willing to work?
– Do I want a spouse and children?
– What hours am I willing to work?
Questions about the job
– Can I job-shadow someone to get an idea of what it’s like?
– Who can I interview about my job?
– How many employers are looking for people working in the career I’m considering?
– Is what I want to do a scarce skill?
Questions about studying
– What qualifications are available in my field?
– Can I study through a university, university of technology, FET college, learnerships, apprenticeships or internships?
– What sector education and training authorities (Setas) function in my industry?
– What are the admission requirements for my field of study?
– What subjects should I choose in grade nine for grade 10 to 12?
– What level of education do I want?
Questions about the job
– How much will my studies cost?
– Where will I live while I’m studying?
– How will I pay for my studies?
– Where can I get a bursary or study loan?
– Who will pay for my studies?
– Can I get financial aid?