Research design-related fields.

Research should include

  • comparison of careers within fields
  • colleges that offer design-related programs of study
  • employment requirements (education, licenses, certifications, credentials)
  • career prospects (on national, state, and local levels)
  • professional expectations (compensation, work environment, personal issues, advancement)
  • state, national, and global community interaction.

Many websites offer career exploration resources.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is included in a typical compensation package?
  • How might a professional demonstrate his or her credentials and achievements in a business meeting?
  • What are the credentials, certifications, licenses, and/or educational requirements for a specific job opening?
  • How is the safety of others a professional concern in the field of drawing and design?