Life Transitions 20, 30

(a)	Evaluate academic progress using graduation plans and career planning tools.
(b)	Identify three possible career choices taking into account: high school courses achieved; grades required for admission to relevant post-secondary institutions; educational requirements of career paths; personal interest and aptitude; and, desired lifestyle.
(c)	Create an action plan to achieve a desired career.
(d)	Identify resources available (e.g., government student loans, private loans, registered education savings plans, family support) to finance postsecondary education.
(e)	Design a student budget while considering: cost of post-secondary; transportation; proper nutrition; entertainment; housing; and, clothing and miscellaneous items.
(f)	Develop contingency plans based on anticipated difficulties or setbacks.
(g)	Identify which personal traits or skills will be beneficial in overcoming challenges.
(h)	Design a speculative budget for adult life while considering: prospective income of desired career path; taxation; cost (e.g., mortgage, land tax, maintenance) of purchasing or renting a home in a desired location; transportation costs; recreation costs; and, other anticipated costs relevant to maintaining a home and desired lifestyle.