Career Development Theories

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According to Holland's Theory, what do people choose occupations to optimize?

Their job security and benefits

The prestige and salary of the occupation

The fit between their individual personality traits and occupational interests (correct)

The work-life balance and flexibility

What is the purpose of employability skills mapping?

To develop a career development plan

To identify job opportunities that match personality types

To help people identify job skills that are in demand with the skills they have and can demonstrate (correct)

To assess occupational interests and personality traits

At what stage do individuals typically try out different career choices and jobs?

Deceleration

Establishment

Maintenance

Implementation (correct)

What is the underlying theory behind Career Choice Theories?

Bandura's social cognitive theory Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an individual's expectations about an occupation differ from the reality they experience?

Reality shock Signup and view all the answers

What is an indicator of vocational maturity?

Having congruent occupational behaviors Signup and view all the answers

How many personality types have been identified by Holland's Theory?

Six Signup and view all the answers

What is a common outcome of reality shock?

A revision of personal priorities in life Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of occupational choice according to Holland's Theory?

It is a significant life decision Signup and view all the answers

What is the stage where individuals maximize their effectiveness in their chosen occupation?

Maintenance Signup and view all the answers

What is a main reason women leave well-paid occupations to work part-time?

Family obligations Signup and view all the answers

African American women have higher plans for education compared to which group?

European American women Signup and view all the answers

What is vocational identity?

The degree to which one views their occupation as a key element of identity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason why women leave well-paid occupations?

Vocational identity Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue faced by women in high-level jobs?

Bias and discrimination Signup and view all the answers

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