For the Life Orientation Grade 11 Term 3 2025 task, the topic of Competencies, Abilities and Ethics under Careers and Career Choices explains that career competencies are the skills and abilities that help a person apply for and secure a job. As it has been explained in this topic, some adolescents may face challenges that make it difficult for them to gain these skills, which can limit their chances of employment.
Identify factors which may make it difficult for adolescents to develop career competencies that could assist them in applying for a job
Direct answer to the question:
Identify factors which may make it difficult for adolescents to develop career competencies that could assist them in applying for a job.
- Lack of access to career guidance and training opportunities.
- Limited resources such as internet, computers, or money for application costs.
Elaboration:
As explained under Competencies, Abilities and Ethics, factors that can make it difficult for adolescents to develop career skills include:
- No career guidance at school or at home, which means they do not learn how to write a CV, complete application forms, or prepare for interviews.
- Limited access to resources like computers, internet, or printers needed to apply for jobs.
- Financial challenges that make it hard to attend extra training, workshops, or further studies.
- Poor literacy or communication skills that affect their ability to present themselves well in applications and interviews.
These barriers can delay or prevent adolescents from gaining the competencies they need to compete for job opportunities.
