What do the Grade 7 Career and Technical Education cards cover?

14 cards across 8 chapters of the national textbook: Introduction to career and technical education (CTE), Personal career selection, Self-employment opportunities, Self employment opportunities, Recognising employment opportunities, Employability, Preparing for employment and 1 more. You can take any chapter one card at a time on the page itself.

Is there a national exam in Grade 7?

No. Ethiopia sets national exams in Grade 6, Grade 8 and Grade 12 only. These cards are for your school's own exams, and for the national exam that comes a few years later.

Where do these cards come from?

They are drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, the Ministry of Education textbook for this grade. A second pass that cannot see the chapter then re-derives every formula, constant and table row, and anything it cannot confirm is held back instead of published.

Yes. Every card here is free to read and the printable sheet is free to download. Neither needs an account.

When was this last checked?

30 August 2026. Cards arrive chapter by chapter, and the line under each one says when that card was last read through.

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Grade 7 Career and Technical Education

Grade 7 Career and Technical Education on Temari has 14 revision cards, arranged by the chapters of the Ethiopian national curriculum. Every card says when the rule applies, what each symbol in it stands for, and the mistake students most often make with it. They are free to read and need no account.

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Chapters: Grade 7 Career and Technical Education
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Introduction to career and technical education (CTE)

Job vs CareerReference tableTimeframe · Primary goal · Requirement

Feature	Job	Career
Timeframe	Short-term or temporary	Long-term journey throughout life
Primary goal	Earning money immediately	Personal growth and advancement
Requirement	Specific task skills	Continuous education and lifelong learning

When you use it

Use this comparison when differentiating between immediate employment activities and long-term professional development pathways.

Watch out

Do not treat a job and a career as identical concepts. A job provides immediate income, while a career encompasses lifelong learning and progress.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 2-9, then checked twice before it went up

Personal career selection

Classification of Skills: Hard vs Soft SkillsRuleHard Skills · Personal Soft Skills · Interpersonal Soft Skills

Category	Definition	Examples
Hard Skills	Technical, job-specific abilities required to perform defined tasks	Plumbing, car repair, computer programming
Personal Soft Skills	Individual internal attributes and self-regulation abilities	Self-decision making, flexibility, curiosity, attention to detail
Interpersonal Soft Skills	Abilities that govern interactions and communication with others	Teamwork, collaboration, listening, time management, respect

When you use it

Use this card to distinguish technical hard skills from soft skills, and to classify soft skills into personal or interpersonal types.

Watch out

Hard skills apply only to specific tasks, while soft skills are universal and transferable across all careers.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 10-31, then checked twice before it went up

Self-employment opportunities

Basic Steps to Start GardeningMethod1 · 2 · 3 · +3

Step	Action
1	Select what crops to grow based on demand and climate.
2	Choose a suitable garden site with good sunlight and water access.
3	Plan and construct garden beds, and gather necessary tools.
4	Sow seeds or plant disease-free transplants at the proper depth.
5	Nurture plants by watering, weeding, and managing pests safely.
6	Harvest mature vegetables for household consumption or sale.

When you use it

Follow these steps when planning and establishing a new vegetable garden for self-employment or home production.

Watch out

Do not attempt to transplant root crops like carrots and beets because they do not survive transplanting well. Always wear protective gloves, face masks, and eye goggles when spraying pesticides.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 32-85, then checked twice before it went up

Hand Milking and Milk Preservation ProcedureMethod1 · 2 · 3 · +2

Step	Action
1	Tie and secure the animal, and maintain a quiet, clean environment.
2	Wash hands, clean the milking bucket, and clean the cow teats.
3	Pinch top of teat between thumb and finger, then squeeze downwards to squirt milk.
4	Filter milk to remove hair and dirt particles.
5	Cool the milk immediately using cold water or refrigeration to prevent spoilage.

When you use it

Use this procedure when milking dairy animals by hand and preparing milk for safe storage, consumption, or sale.

Watch out

Failing to cool milk rapidly causes bacterial growth and rapid spoilage, which leads to milk borne illnesses. Never milk with unwashed hands or into dirty containers.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 32-85, then checked twice before it went up

Unit 4

Four Basic Haircutting TechniquesMethodScissors over fingers · Scissors over comb · Clipper over comb · +1

Technique	Application	Result
Scissors over fingers	Layering horizontal or vertical sections	Evenly layered hair
Scissors over comb	Layering shorter hair and defining sides	Softer hairstyle
Clipper over comb	Cutting short hair across sections	Shaved look
Blade on skin	Outlining edges, bangs, and neckline	Clean perimeter outline

When you use it

Use when selecting the haircutting method for different sections and desired styles of hair.

Watch out

Clipper over comb produces a shaved look, whereas scissors over comb produces a softer finish.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 86-115, then checked twice before it went up

Steps for Cutting Men HairMethodStep 1 · Step 2 · Step 3 · +1

Step	Action	Key Tasks
Step 1	Preparing to cut	Consult client, clean workspace, and detangle hair
Step 2	Trimming with clippers	Start at base of head, line up back and sides
Step 3	Trimming top and bangs	Dampen hair, cut guideline, and trim bangs
Step 4	Blending and finishing	Blend scissor and clipper cuts, trim neck, clean area

When you use it

Use when performing a full haircut from initial preparation to final blending and cleanup.

Watch out

Always dampen the hair before trimming the top, and start clipping at the base of the head.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 86-115, then checked twice before it went up

Self employment opportunities

Fabric Coloring TechniquesMethodFreehand · Dot · Outliner · +4

Technique	Application Method
Freehand	Drawing by hand without guiding or measuring tools
Dot	Applying dots using a pencil back end or ear buds
Outliner	Tracing the design outline using a thin liner brush
Spray	Splashing color with a spray bottle or blowing with a straw
Block	Stamping patterns using wooden blocks or cut vegetables
Stencil	Filling color through cutouts using a brush or sponge
Finger	Applying color directly with fingers without brushes

When you use it

Use this to select or identify the appropriate method for applying decorative colors and patterns onto fabric.

Watch out

When using spray coloring, always protect your nose and mouth because sprays contain chemicals that affect health.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 116-146, then checked twice before it went up

Garment Making SequenceMethod1 · 2 · 3 · +4

Step	Activity
1	Choose fabric and design concept
2	Measure and mark fabric
3	Cut the fabric
4	Stitch and sew pieces together
5	Check and inspect the garment
6	Press (iron) the garment
7	Package for delivery

When you use it

Use this sequence when describing the sequential stages of producing clothing from concept to finished product.

Watch out

Cutting must not be done before measuring and design selection, and pressing must be performed before packaging.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 116-146, then checked twice before it went up

Recognising employment opportunities

Care and Washing for Painted FabricRuleWashing direction · Water temperature · Drying condition

Action	Rule
Washing direction	Always wash painted fabrics inside out.
Water temperature	Never soak in hot water and never wash in hot water.
Drying condition	Never expose painted fabrics to direct sunlight while drying.

When you use it

Follow these rules when washing and drying fabrics after coloring to preserve the design.

Watch out

Never soak or wash painted fabrics in hot water, and never dry them in direct sunlight.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 147-154, then checked twice before it went up

Sun Coloring on FabricMethod1 · 2 · 3 · +2

Step	Procedure
1	Apply cloth color onto the fabric using feathers, leaves, or flowers.
2	Spread the fabric directly under the sun.
3	Place design elements attractively over the wet colored fabric.
4	Leave it in the sun until it dries completely.
5	Remove the elements to reveal the highlighted background and faint impressions.

When you use it

Use this technique to create natural patterns and faint impressions on fabric using sunlight.

Watch out

Do not remove the leaves or objects before the fabric is completely dry under the sun.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 147-154, then checked twice before it went up

Employability

Employment and EmployabilityRule

When you use it

Use to distinguish between the state of having a job and the qualities needed to secure work.

Watch out

Employment is having a job for income, whereas employability is the capability and skill set to obtain and keep work.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 155-168, then checked twice before it went up

Four Pillars of EmployabilityRule

When you use it

Use when identifying the core factors that build a person's capability to gain and maintain employment.

Watch out

Employability requires more than technical skills. It equally depends on attitude and communication.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, pages 155-168, then checked twice before it went up

Preparing for employment

Rules for Job Interview SuccessRulePoor preparation and CV unawareness · Lack of confidence and no eye contact · Poor personal appearance · +1

Common Mistake	Correct Practice
Poor preparation and CV unawareness	Study the job, the company, your CV, and practice mock interviews.
Lack of confidence and no eye contact	Maintain eye contact, speak clearly, and avoid nervousness.
Poor personal appearance	Dress appropriately and maintain professional grooming.
Overemphasis on salary or asking no questions	Focus on your skills and contributions, and ask thoughtful questions about the job.

When you use it

Use this guide before and during a job interview to avoid common pitfalls that lead to disqualification.

Watch out

Focusing too much on salary or failing to maintain eye contact signals a lack of interest and confidence to the employer.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, page 169 onwards, then checked twice before it went up

Steps to Answer Interview QuestionsMethod1 · 2 · 3 · +1

Step	Action to Take
1	Know the job description: Read and understand the role, organization, and employer requirements.
2	Give specific examples: Connect past experience and learning to concrete actions.
3	Address follow-up questions: Elaborate clearly on your responses when asked.
4	Pay attention to the job and organization: Relate your final answers directly to the specific job.

When you use it

Use these steps when answering questions during a job interview to provide structured and relevant responses.

Watch out

Do not just list strengths; explain how your skills and knowledge apply to the specific job, and remember to thank the interviewer at the end.

Drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, page 169 onwards, then checked twice before it went up

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What do the Grade 7 Career and Technical Education cards cover?: 14 cards across 8 chapters of the national textbook: Introduction to career and technical education (CTE), Personal career selection, Self-employment opportunities, Self employment opportunities, Recognising employment opportunities, Employability, Preparing for employment and 1 more. You can take any chapter one card at a time on the page itself.
Is there a national exam in Grade 7?: No. Ethiopia sets national exams in Grade 6, Grade 8 and Grade 12 only. These cards are for your school's own exams, and for the national exam that comes a few years later.
Where do these cards come from?: They are drafted from Grade 7 Career and Technical Education, the Ministry of Education textbook for this grade. A second pass that cannot see the chapter then re-derives every formula, constant and table row, and anything it cannot confirm is held back instead of published.
Is this free?: Yes. Every card here is free to read and the printable sheet is free to download. Neither needs an account.
When was this last checked?: 30 August 2026. Cards arrive chapter by chapter, and the line under each one says when that card was last read through.

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