Parent Career Navigation Masterclass
Helping Parents Become Their Child's Greatest Career Partner
A practical online masterclass helping parents confidently support their children with subject choices, career decisions, education pathways and preparation for the future of work.
Event Details
- DateThursday, 30 July 2026
- Time19:00 to 20:30 SAST
- PlatformZoom (link sent on registration)
- PresenterLaiqah Bowers-Charles, Certified Career Counsellor
About the Masterclass
Today's career landscape is changing faster than ever before. Many parents want to support their children with subject choices, career decisions and tertiary education, but often feel overwhelmed by the number of options and the pace of change in the world of work.
The Career Ignite Parent Career Navigation Masterclass equips parents with the knowledge, practical tools and confidence to guide their children through some of the most important education and career decisions they will ever make.
Led by Laiqah Bowers-Charles, a Certified Career Counsellor and Career Development Assessment Practitioner with more than 25 years of experience in human resources, recruitment, leadership and career development, this interactive online masterclass bridges the gap between education, careers and the future workplace.
What we'll cover
- How to understand today's rapidly changing career landscape
- How to support Grade 9 and Grade 10 subject choices
- How to help your child discover careers aligned with their strengths and interests
- How to understand tertiary education pathways and alternative study options
- How to prepare young people for the future of work
- How to avoid common career decision-making mistakes
- Practical career conversations every parent should have with their child
Who should attend?
- ✓Parents and guardians of high school learners
- ✓Parents supporting Grade 9 subject choices
- ✓Parents of Grade 10 to 12 learners
- ✓Parents helping school leavers explore future options
- ✓Adults who want to understand modern careers and education pathways
Whether your child is preparing for subject choices, finishing school or exploring future career options, this masterclass will help you make informed decisions together.
Supporting Young People and the Adults Who Guide Them
The Youth Career Summit and Parent Career Navigation Masterclass form part of Career Ignite's broader commitment to improving career decision-making for young people and families. The Youth Career Summit empowers young people to explore their possibilities, while the Parent Career Navigation Masterclass equips parents to provide informed and constructive support at home.