Empowering Future Leaders: The Role of Education and Career Guidance in Singapore's Lifelong Learning Ecosystem

INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION AND CAREER GUIDANCE IN SINGAPORE

Explore the realm of Education and Career Guidance ECG in Singapore, where students embark on a journey from academic pursuits to professional paths. delves into understanding ECG's purpose and how it fosters a growth mindset for lifelong learning, adaptability, and resilience.

WHAT IS EDUCATION AND CAREER GUIDANCE IN SINGAPORE?

ECG is designed to empower students by enhancing their self-awareness and self-directed learning capabilities. Its core objective is to cultivate individuals who are not only future-focused but also mindful of the societal role they can play in contributing meaningfully to society.

GOALS OF EDUCATION AND CAREER GUIDANCE IN SINGAPORE

ECG :

1. Discover Purpose: Encourage students to reflect on their interests and passions, enabling them to understand how their skills align with making a valuable contribution to their communities.

2. Explore Opportunities: Equip students with the confidence and self-directedness required for navigating through educational opportunities and appreciating various career paths.

3. Stay Relevant: Prepare students to embrace lifelong learning by fostering adaptability and resilience in an ever-evolving world.

MYSKILLSFUTURE PORTAL

A cornerstone of ECG, the MySkillsFuture portal is a comprehensive digital platform offering resources for students from primary school to post-secondary education. It serves as a gateway for exploring diverse educational pathways and career options tlored to individual aspirations.

HOW TO USE THE MYSKILLSFUTURE PORTAL

For primary school students, this portal opens doors to early self-discovery, setting the foundation for future academic choices.

Secondary school students can leverage the platform to delve deeper into potential career paths and further education opportunities, fostering informed decision-making.

Junior college and Millennia Institute students gn access to a wider array of resources that align with their unique educational goals.

For those pursuing polytechnic or Institute of Technical Education studies, the workforce portal offers specialized guidance.

ECG COUNSELLING SERVICES

ECG is not just about self-guided exploration; it also harnesses professional support. Secondary schools, junior colleges, Millennia Institute and post-secondary institutions are equipped with ECG counsellors who provide personalized guidance on educational choices and career planning.

ECG CENTRE AT MINISTRY OF EDUCATION MOE

During critical periods like GCE N-Level, O-Level, and A-Level results announcements, students can turn to the ECG Centre @ MOE for confidential advice. Online or phone sessions are avlable through an appointment system found at this linkhttps:go.gov.sgmoe-ecg-centre.

ECG RESOURCES FOR PARENTS AND CARERS

Parents play a pivotal role in their children's educational and career journeys. The resources below offer insights on how to support your child effectively:

• MySkillsFuture - Unveils the features of student portals across different levels, highlighting how these can be used for education planning.

• *Journeying with Our ChildrenSupporting Their Aspirations?* - A guide packed with tips and advice tlored to key educational milestones, enhancing your role in guiding their aspirations.

• What's Next - Provides tools for supporting decision-making processes during crucial educational transitions.

For PSLE students: Explore the next steps confidently.

For N-Level students: Discover paths that align with personal interests.

For O-Level students: Prepare for a world of opportunities ahead.

For A-Level students: Uncover diverse academic and career trajectories.

INSPIRATIONAL PATHWAYS THROUGH THE NEXT STEP FORWARD

• 54 Inspiring Narratives: Experience firsthand how individuals from various backgrounds have navigated their educational and professional journeys, highlighting the diversity in pathways.

• Hand In Hand – Journeying Together: Witness how schools, families, and communities collaborate to support students' ECG journeys, reinforcing the importance of collective efforts.

EMBRACING SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

In tandem with academic guidance, fostering a child's emotional resilience is crucial for their overall development. Resources are avlable that focus on equipping parents with strategies for nurturing social-emotional skills in children.

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CLOSING DATE: December 20, 2023

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