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Career Counseling & Exploration

The process of career development can be exciting and overwhelming. Like many worthwhile endeavors, it is important to take it one step at a time. Counselors are available to with work with you through the entire career exploration process by utilizing a variety of tools and methods. Make an appointment with us for more information or to get started.

  • Digital Challenge Cards 

    Reframe how you plan for the future by starting with the challenges that interest you most. Take the online assessment to identify your top three. 

    To Get Started: 

    1. Go to Https://app.mysparkpath.com
    2. Click “Sign Up” and enter your information and code: Anokaramsey2024

    FOCUS2

    FOCUS2 is a self-guided career, major and education planning system designed to guide you through the steps of the career planning process. 

    You will need your star ID and password to login. 


    Career Exploration Classes

    CAOR 1100 Career Exploration Workshop (1 Credit) focused on self-exploration and occupational research

    CAOR 1102 Career Exploration (2 Credits) focused on self-exploration, occupational research and job search strategies.


    Strong Interest Inventory

    Strong Interest Inventory is a career self-assessment tool designed to measure one's interest to help in choosing a career or college major. Make an appointment with a counselor to learn more. There is a fee for this assessment. 

    *If you are not a current student at Anoka-Ramsey Community College, please schedule an appointment with a counselor to get started with career exploration or use the resources listed under explore resources on your own. 

  • Minnesota Career Information System (MCIS) Create a career plan, explore occupations, take free assessments, and find college programs. *ARCC students contact Counseling Services for the username and password to MCIS.

    O*NET Online – Comprehensive career exploration website with detailed descriptions of occupations (tasks, tools, technology, knowledge, education, abilities, work activities, values, wages, employment trends, and more.) 

    Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) U.S. Department of Labor OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations

    CareerOneStop Explore careers, take free assessments, find training, and utilize job search tools 

    DEED Occupations in Demand (OID) Data Tool- Shows high-demand jobs for each region of the state. See typical wages, education requirements, and where to find skills training

  • Jill Harrison, 763 433-1242

    Rapids Campus

    I am blessed every day as a Counselor at Anoka-Ramsey. I most enjoy being a listening ear and connecting with students to provide support and encouragement in their life challenges and inspire them to find and follow their purpose in life.

    Liz IversonLiz Iverson, 763 433-1234

    Rapids Campus

    I love being a counselor at Anoka-Ramsey because it gives me an opportunity to be a part of students’ journeys in success. I am passionate about helping students get energized and become aware of their inner strengths. I am a life-long learner and am always being taught life-lessons by the students I am blessed to work with.

    Linnea JanasLinnea Janas, 763 433-1903

    Cambridge Campus

    I am so grateful to have the opportunity to work as a Counselor at ARCC. As a first-generation college student who struggled with navigating the college experience I am passionate about helping students find their way in such an exciting and challenging time in their lives.

    Michelle MuchaMichelle Mucha, 763 433-1128

    Rapids Campus

    What is so exciting about being a counselor is the different people I encounter and learn from every day. Everyone comes with different life experiences and when a student takes the step to reach out for assistance I am so appreciative to have the privilege of working with them, learning from them and helping them accomplish their goals.

    Dawn Bjork-PetersEn, 763 433-1158

    RAPIDS CAMPUS

    I love being a college counselor and I am so excited to be working with students at Anoka-Ramsey! One of the best parts of being a counselor is getting to know the student, their circumstance, and the opportunity to assist them in reaching their goals. I am so thankful that I get to be part of our student’s journey.

  • By Phone: 763-433-1100

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    Walk-In Appointments

    Walk-in appointments are intended to be short, 15 minute appointments or for students in crisis.

    • Coon Rapids Campus: Available Monday through Thursday from 12 to 1 pm in person or by phone or zoom
    • Cambridge Campus: Based on counselor availability
    • Please call 763-433-1100 to connect for a walk-in

    For non-emergency questions or to request and after hours appointment, email counseling@anokaramsey.edu

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