How do I know what classes to take for the career I'm wanting to have?

Google, sounds cliche I know but it really works. Also speak to your school counselors or academic advisors, they can direct you specifically. I’d also say, be open to taking random classes that just sound interesting to you. They might not seem like they align with your career goals, but I can’t tell you how many times I’ve worked for one person or the other and find myself referencing stuff from classes I hated in college. There is value in every experience and in everything you’re learning. It may be the very think that sets you apart from everyone else in the room. Which in my experience, always gets you the job.

It usually comes with the major that you will choose.

You will be given core and electives.

Focus on both but give extra attention to the core courses.

Doing a little research goes a long way! I did prior to joining my college and looked at the curriculum. I made sure the classes I needed would get me where I wanted to be. I would also ask students with experience in that field and Im sure they would be of great first hand advice

If you already know what kind of career you want you are so ahead of the curve! I suggest making great friends with your academic advisers. Your first year or so will be core classes but after that they will help you gear your interest. It is also great to make friends with someone a year above you to get their take on it as well. I got a work study job at the school tutor center and it helped me gear my classes after talking to the upper classmen,

Hello, Mario -

Planning your course of study for college is always exciting as well as time consuming, but time well spent.

Your first step will be to choose a major subject which you want to get your degree in. Once you have decided your major, apply to colleges that have programs you have targeted after reading about their programs. Colleges list all the required courses that you must take in order to get your degree in a course of study. The college will also provide a list of non-elective or core courses which everyone must take in order to get their degree.

Once you actually choose a program, most likely you will have an appointment with an academic counselor and/or an orientation on site at the school. If there is a course that you feel you may not do well in, you can than ask if there is academic assistance provided or if there are study groups through the campus. Most of what you'll take in your major will most likely be interesting to you. We've all had to take at least one course that we wished we hadn't been required to. You will get through it, however.

By the time you choose a college, are accepted and register for your first semester, you will be firmly aware of what courses you will meet ahead. Colleges and Universities have different courses and requirements, but it will all lead to your personal growth and achieving your degree. Best wishes in your academic planning !