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Simpson, Patricia A.; Greller, Martin M.; Stroh, Linda K. – Journal of Vocational Behavior, 2002
Late-career workers (ages 50-65) were more likely to participate in credentialing programs, targeted job-related courses, and on-the-job computer training than younger adults and received similar employer support. However, participation might be a consequence of support received. Human capital investment thus is more complex than conventional…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Age, Human Capital, Investment