What's your major? 

What is a major? Your education major is the field of study that you plan to specialize in. Some examples of majors include: Accounting, Criminal Justice, Elementary Education, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Nursing, etc.

Your major is based upon your career goal. What type of career are you interested in? The DACC Career Services Office can help you identify careers that would fit your skills and needs. They can also give you information on various types of careers. Visit them in Lincoln Hall, call them at (217) 443-8597, or visit their webpages at (http://www.dacc.edu/career). Things to think about:

• Where do you want to work? Do you want to stay in the local area...go to a bigger city....go somewhere warm?
• Do you want an 8:00 am - 5:00 pm job or do you mind working on weekends?
• What type of salary is necessary to live the life you want?
• How much training/education is required for the career(s) you are interested in?
• Do you know what an average day (of the job you are interested in) consists of?

Remember...It is important to like what you do!