Grade 8 Manual
The Grade 8 Manual is currently being compiled and will be made available for purchase and implementation by schools in 2013. There will be copies available at our career development workshops for teachers to peruse.
Grade 9 Manual
Grade 10 Manual
Grade 11 Manual
Grade 12 Manual
The Grade 12 Decisions Manual has been compiled to assist scholars in implementing a well structured approach to planning their first year out of school. The manual helps scholars with the effective organisation of net year including: applications, finances, accommodation and of the smaller details such as travel and visa arrangements, if applicable.
Resources
Are you considering looking for a job in the new year? If so, it is best to get started with the process as soon as possible. Finding a job is generally time consuming and can take as long as 6 months from when you start putting your CV together to signing a job contract. Here are some tips to assist you in making yourself more employable.
Services
Achieve Careers runs career development workshops designed to update Life Orientation teachers with the latest career development trends and information, as well as with practical tools and exercises that may be used during LO classes.
"I have been using Achieve's Career Development manuals during Life Orientation classes with my Grade 9 pupils and it has been a pleasure having such a clear, comprehensive and practical resource to assist our Grade 9s in the process of Subject Choice and Career Development. The manual provides logical, step by step procedures for our pupils to go through on their journey towards increased self awareness and an informed subject selection..."
- Monique Nyback (Herschel Girls School, Careers Advisor)
– Grade 9 Manual: Subject Selection
"We are using the full range of manuals with our scholars as we have found that they provide a practical, holistic and up-to-date Career Development resource for scholars...."
- Anthea Oliver (Somerset College, Head of Life Orientation)
– Grade 10 Manual: Exploring Careers
“We are thrilled to be using the Achieve Grade 9 and 11 Manuals as they have been put together after thorough research and understanding of what schools require in the Careers component of their Life Orientation Syllabus.”
“Joanne has provided fantastic support wherever possible and we feel confident that as a result of working with Achieve Careers, the school is able to keep up to date with career information.”
– Brenda Sara (St. John’s DSG, Life Orientation Teacher) – Grade 11 Manual: What Should I do After School
“After a successful implementation of the Grade 11 Manual, Bishops has decided to use all four Achieve Careers manuals during 2012. The concise nature of the Grade 12 Manual will enable the content to be facilitated in the limited time available during the Grade 12 year. Achieve careers has developed a great reputation and we are enjoying using this new manual.”
- Bev Kempall (Bishops Diocesan College, Head of Life Orientation) – Grade 12 Manual: Planning for my First Year after School




