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Sunday, March 02, 2008
What Choice? An Evaluation of Career Development Services for Young People
By iccdppadm @ 8:01 PM :: 4984 Views :: 1 Comments :: :: Guidance in Schools and Training, Improving Career Information, Australia
 
Title: What choice? An evaluation of career development services for young people
Authors: Linda Rainey, Michele Simons, Val Pudney, Elvie Hughes
Publication date:  18 February 2008
Publication type: Formal report
Themes: Students and individuals > Careers and pathways > Career development
  Students and individuals > Learner groups > Young people
ISBN: 978 1 921170 11 9 print; 978 1 921170 17 1 web

This study evaluates a selection of career development services available for young people. It examines the characteristics of the services provided, with a focus on career decision-making and the provision of information about vocational education and training (VET) options. The education providers and young people surveyed were generally satisfied with the services provided. However, it was agreed that information about VET options could be improved. A better understanding of the ways in which young people seek help will enhance accessibility to services.
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By Career Development @ Thursday, April 16, 2009 7:07 AM
Businesses used to partner with employees to carry out employees' career planning and development. Times have changed. Now, businesses are coming to view career development primarily as the employee's responsibility. The major categories of information are closely related and are provided in the order they're typically needed. The impact of career development/ succession planning programmes can be seen through the productivity indicator, engagement surveys and reduction in attrition rate. It is in fact a win-win situation for all.

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