WHICH STREAM SHOULD I CHOOSE AFTER STANDARD X/XII ?
You have as many as 10 Options:
ARTS
COMMERCE
SCIENCE
VOCATIONAL
FASHION TECHNOLOGY
POLYTECHNIC
ITI
OPEN SCHOOL
OWN BUSINESS
IGNOU
If you choose Commerce or Arts – then you could branch out after Standard XII @ or after Graduation *.
e.g. You could after XII in Arts branch out into Law (see the mark @) or continue with your graduation and then do Law (see mark *). Within the above, you have further choices. Please see below:
COMMERCE
Chartered Accountant@* |
ARTS
Journalism@ |
If you choose PCB or PCM – then you could branch out after Standard XII @ or after Graduation *
e.g. You could after XII in PCB, branch out into Para-Medical Sciences (see the mark @)
SCIENCE (B Stream)
PCB |
SCIENCE (A Stream)
PCM |
This area is for those “Hands on” students – i.e. students who are practical and feel good when they accomplish what they set out to do with their own hands.
VOCATIONAL 2 YEAR PROGRAM Dressmaking Insurance Auto Engineering Accounting & Auditing Commercial Design & Market. Computer Software Office Secretary/Steno Marketing & Salesmanship Industrial Management Maint. /Repair of Elect. & Electron. Horticulture Floriculture & Landscaping Electronics Tech. Catering & Restaurant Mgmt.Bakery & Confectionery* Travel & Tourism* Nursing* *If you cannot continue with Graduation. |
DIPLOMA/POLYTECHNIC 4 YEAR PROGRAM Civil (Construction) Automobile Engg. Shipbuilding Engg. Production Engg. Fabrication Engg.3 YEAR PROGRAM Instrument & Control Civil Engg. Mechanical Engg. Electronics Engg. Computer Engg. Medical Electronics Mining Engg. Instrumentation & Controls Ship Building Engg. Food Technology Hotel Mgmt & Catering Multi-skilled Tech (Mech.) Multi Skilled Tech(Elect Garment Tech. (SSC) Modern Office Practice Architectural Asst. Computer Applications Refrigeration & AC |
I.T.I.
AFTER 8th STD.
Cutting & Sewing
Mason (Bldg./Const),
Mechanic Tractor
Painter
Wireman
Woodwork Tech
AFTER 10th STD.
Automobile (Advanced Module-Auto Electrical Electronics & Air conditioning in Automobiles)
Automobile (Advanced Module-Denting, Painting & Welding)
Automobile (Advanced Module-Overhauling of Fuel Injection System & Steering Mechanism)
Automobile (Advanced Module-Servicing & Overhauling of Automobiles: Diesel)
Automobile (Advanced Module-Servicing & Overhauling of Automobiles: Petrol)
Automobile (BBBT)
Baker and Confectioner
Carpenter
Civil Draftsman
Composing & Proof Reading
Craftsmen Food Production General
Data Entry Operator
Draftsman (Mechanical)
Draughtsman (Civil)
Driver cum Mechanic
Electrical – Advanced Module (Operation & Maintenance of equipments used in HT, LT, Substation and Cable Jointing)
Electrical – Advanced Module (Repair & Maintenance of Domestic Applications)
Electrical – Advanced Module (Repair & Maintenance of Electrical Machine and Power Supply)
Electrical – Broad Based Basic Training
Electrician
Electronic Mechanic
Fabrication (Fitting & Welding-Advanced Module – Pressure Vessel & Pipe Welding)
Fabrication (Fitting & Welding-Advanced Module – TIG/MIG Welding)
Fabrication (Fitting & Welding-Advanced Module – Welding Inspection & Testing)
Fabrication (Fitting & Welding-Broad Based Basic Training)
Fitter
Hair & Skin Care
Hair and Skincare
Hospitality Management -Advanced Modules (Food Production)
Hospitality Management -Advanced Modules (Front Office Management)
Hospitality Management -Advanced Modules (House Keeping)
Hospitality Management -Broad Based Basic Training
Information Technology – Advance module (Repair and Maintenance of Hardware of Computer and Peripherals)
Information Technology – Broad Based Basic Training
Information Technology & Electronic System Maintenance
Information Technology Advance module (Computer Networking)
Information Technology Advance module (Multimedia & Webpage Designing)
Instrument Mechanic
Machine Binder
Machinist
Mechanic Diesel
Mechanic Motor Vehicle
Mechanic Radio/TV
Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Mechanic Tractor
Medical Electronics
Pharmaceutical Asst.
Plastic Processing Operator
Plumber
Printing
Production & Manufacturing (Advanced Module – CNC Machining)
Production & Manufacturing (Advanced Module – PLC & Automation)
Secretarial Practice
Stenography (English)
Steward
Turner
Welder (Gas & Electric)
AFTER 12th STD.
Computer Operator & Programming Assistant
Desk Top Publishing Operator
For the rest of the choices you need to go to the specific Chapters in this Book as indicated in the Index.
- Open Schooling (for those who discontinued studies, but now want to complete High School or Higher Secondary School)
- Animation (for creative minds, who can think and create TV prog., games Films ETC)
- IGNOU (for those who want to do their graduation through distance learning or want to study further without going to College)
- OWN Business (for those who like to launch on their own business by taking advantage of Government Schemes)
How to choose the best option for you based on choices above:
The 6-step Formula:
Step 1.
Which are the Subjects that you really enjoy in School or Higher Secondary?
Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, English, Languages, Civics, History, Environment, Economics, Psychology, Drawing/Painting, Sports.
Which Stream would be the best for you?
Is it Science?
If it is Science, should it be the Group ‘A’ (PCM) i.e. Physics, Chemistry Maths
or Group ‘B’ (PCB) i.e. Physics, Chemistry Biology
or should it be Arts, Commerce, Vocational, ITI (Industrial Technical Institute), Polytechnic, Own Business, Open Schooling, IGNOU or Animation?
If you really enjoy Maths and the Science Subjects and have scored over 60% in Std. X, then you could consider Science – A Stream (PCM). However, do not choose Science just because your friends have chosen Science. However, if you do not like Maths but like PCB and have scored over 60%, then you could consider Science ‘B’ Stream.
Similarly if you like numbers, but not Algebra & Geometry, then you could think of Commerce. You could also like to take Commerce, if you are good in Numbers and have good People-skills or negotiating skills. You would then be good in the Banking or Insurance or the corporate world.
If you like Psychology or English, there are numerous Stream/Career Options.
If you like to fix things or repair things that do not work very well then perhaps your abilities lie in ITI (Industrial Technical Institutes) or in Polytechnics i.e. A higher version of ITI wherein you get a Diploma after 3-4 years of study. In ITI you get a certification after 1-2 years of study.
IGNOU (INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY) is available to those who wish to study in the Open College concept i.e. You get all study material sent by IGNOU to your residence and you study on your own. There are some classes to attend however.
Step 2.
Make sure you are aware of your Activities/Interests and your Abilities/Skills.
Look at the chart below and first Tick the Activities (Part 1) you enjoy doing;
then Tick the Abilities/Skills (Part 2) you have.
Finally Tick mark the studies/Career you might like to consider Part 3
Part 1
Activities you take part in |
Part 2
Skills you have |
Part 3 Studies/Career you might like to consider Engineering, Polytechnic, ITI Computers, Statistician Accounting, Banking, Insurance Law Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Astronomy, Pilot Astro physics Chemist, Engineering, Research Pharmacy Environment Meteorology Journalist, TV Anchor, Writer Copywriter, Law Linguist, Ambassador (IFS) Translator, Teacher IAS/IFS/IPS, Management Logistics, Insurance, Banking Historian, Lecture , Travel & Tourism Anthropology Bio-Technology Environ. Engg. Economist,Logistics IES, Professor HR, Social Work, Counseling Police Officer, Air Hostess, PR,Psychology Artist, TV Films, Animation, Advertising, Fashions Interior Design, Architect |
Step 3
Talk to people who are doing what you want to do; ask deep questions like, how they ventured into that field? Do they enjoy the job and why? Talk about the working hours – whether they work round the clock or very long hours – talk about the rough salary band a new starter is likely to have i.e. below Rs.10,000/- between Rs.10,000/- and Rs.20,000/- then 5 years from start. Promotion opportunities. How, why, when where, etc
Step 4
Read all about your possible Career choices. Check websites. Check about the costs of the Program, the duration, the work involved etc
Step 5
Talk to parents and make sure they are on board on your decision and the finances involved.
Step 6
Ask for God’s direction – Pray. Read Bible – Chapter on Jeremiah 29:11-13
11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
12 Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you.
13 You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.
Also read Passages from: Isaiah 55:10 & 11