Promoting career orientation for students

In recent years, career orientation has evolved far beyond basic information sessions, becoming a regular, in-depth activity implemented in a coordinated manner among educational institutions, professional agencies, and training units. Universities, colleges, and vocational education centers have actively partnered with high schools to help students gain early access to information about academic majors, labor market trends, and training opportunities.

Students of Thai Hoa High School explore academic and career information at the 2025 Job Fair.

According to Tran Vu Phuong, Head of Training at Tan Trao University, career counseling is considered a core mission. “Every year, we work closely with high schools across the province to organize centralized or in-class counseling sessions,” he said.

Moving beyond traditional in-person counseling, Tan Trao University has also established an online career guidance committee through the school’s official fanpage. This platform provides timely responses to students’ questions and regularly updates information on career trends, recruitment needs, and study opportunities. “We provide honest and objective counseling, regardless of whether a major is offered at our university. Our goal is to help students clearly understand the strengths and weaknesses of each career path so they can make informed decisions,” Phuong added. Notably, the employment rate of Tan Trao University graduates has reached 97%, attributed to its strong partnerships with employers.

At Ham Yen High School, career orientation begins as soon as students enter grade 10. The school focuses on assessing each student’s abilities and interests to offer appropriate guidance. Subject teachers monitor learners closely during classroom activities to identify their strengths and passions, thereby advising them on suitable academic tracks and future career options.

The school develops specific annual plans for career counseling and works closely with parents to align orientations. Principal Nguyen Van Hanh noted: “There are cases in which students are capable of pursuing university education, but families prefer that they learn a trade early. Therefore, the school has strengthened communication to help parents better understand their children's capacities and aspirations, enabling them to choose the most suitable path.”

Enhancing career orientation not only helps students make informed choices for their future but also contributes to improving the quality of the province’s human resources.

Mai Dung