WASSCE 2022 will soon be over after a long 3-year duration in Senior High School. To most graduates, completion of SHS might seem like a relief, progress, success, etc. However, this period gives you the chance to decide on your next steps in life.
You should always keep in mind that the door to a successful life and a well-paying job is not entirely dependent on tertiary education but without it, it may be tougher to get through, thus finishing it with outstanding grades gives you a better chance.
When WASSCE comes to a close, you are likely to be at home awaiting the results which will determine your next plan of action, such as applying for tertiary education or taking a different route.
However, you might be wondering what you want to do after SHS or looking to get ideas about how to leave your life in the right direction as you wait for your WASSCE results.
In this post, I aim at sharing with you some fresh ideas on what to do while waiting for your WASSCE results. Stay tuned and take some notes.
Getting a job is a great decision that comes with many benefits and has a better impact on your life.
There are available SHS-level jobs in Ghana in different sectors, ranging from education, IT, and business.
Some may not give you the salary you expect but working in these sectors enriches your experience and skills and it enables you to earn an income rather than relying on relatives for money which is better than being idle.
Teaching in a private school for example is a great start. It increases your experience, especially if you want to pursue a career in teaching or education, you also acquire skills such as interpersonal communication, leadership, organization, and many more which build your CV, confidence and prepare you for the outside world. It is important to choose a job that can impact your field.
Moreover, getting a job helps you to save some income which could be used in furthering your education, starting a business, or using it for other personal interests.
You can find a job after SHS online using Jobberman Ghana.
Similar to getting a job, starting your own business is a great leap in becoming an entrepreneur. Some might think they are too young to start their own business but that is a wrong thought. Setting up your own business is not limited to age.
It is up to you to analyze and determine the demand of the public which you can get with your capital. Parents or other relatives can assist you with your capital to start. You can start with setting up a small-scale enterprise, starting a café, etc.
One advantage of owning your own business is that it can generate income while you tend to do something different or further your education.
Taking good care of your business booms it in the near future where you enjoy the fruit of your labour even after school while others are working.
There’s no doubt that the world is rapidly evolving which calls for new skills related to its demand. Staying at home should serve as an opportunity to learn new skills to get along with the world.
To broaden the range of your skills. You could be interested in a topic that your desired tertiary institution currently offers. In the profession or business, you wish to enter, look for courses that are appropriate.
These skills can be acquired through the internet, reading books, practising, and many more.
For instance, if you wish to study IT at the tertiary level, it is crucial that you start learning IT-related skills such as coding, web or app development, etc. which makes you geared before you start your IT course, making learning easier and putting you ahead of others.
You should not always limit your skills learning to your field only. It is necessary to learn skills from other fields making you versatile.
Interested in learning new skills? You can find out more here.
By enrolling in a class, lesson, or club in your area, you may explore your interests and further your creativity. Take a lesson in painting, photography, drawing, sewing, self-defence, or any other subject you find interesting but lack the time to explore during the academic year.
You can even try out a new instrument or improve your abilities.
There are short courses you can offer in some educational institutions that offer certificates after completion while waiting to further your education. These courses can extend to one or two months period which you can finish before you further your education.
This broadens your knowledge in a different field, gives you skills and gives an advantage in your qualification, and enriches your CV.
Alternatively, you can take online courses and gain the credits needed to graduate from the comfort of your home. Which requires a desktop, laptop, or phone with an internet connection.
You can explore some online courses here.
There are other things we can do while at home such as getting crafty, writing a blog, doing some research on a subject you’re interested in, conducting your own individual project, or and exploring your career.
As you can see, there are several options available when determining what to pursue after high school. When making decisions about your plans for life beyond high school, it is important to consider both your short-term and long-term requirements and objectives.
I personally believe exploring any of these develops your productivity and build you for the better. Being idle limits your skills and capabilities so it always great to explore more. I hope your time spent at home is enjoyable.
You can also contribute or share your idea or thoughts in the comment section below.