The Career Transition Inventory (CTI) is a well-known measure for assessing perceptions of psychological resources when adults undergo a career change. The purpose of this study was to conduct a psychometric evaluation of a French version of the CTI (CTI-F). A total of 1,042 French volunteer participants completed the CTI-F. The procedure used…

Describes the Career Transitions Inventory, which is designed to assess psychological resources and barriers. Discusses scale construction, theoretical base, reliability and validity, and interpretation for adults in career transition. (SK)

Because problem-solving appraisal has been demonstrated to be a critical variable in psychological adjustment, this study examined its potential role as both a static and dynamic client attribute influencing the process and outcome of career counseling. Participants were 151 adults who received an average of five sessions of naturally occurring…

A test of the Career Transitions Inventory with 300 adults in transition established its internal consistency and reliability. Five factors representing psychological resources available during transition were identified: readiness, confidence, perceived support, control, and decision-making independence. (SK)

The article describes a workshop that can help public school teachers examine their career options and can help them feel less trapped in their jobs and more able to use their skills in different work environments. Useful resources are discussed. (CH)

Discusses how existing college career centers can be expanded to be more responsive to the needs of adults. Describes how adjustments in staffing patterns and training in the environment, resources, and public relations efforts at the University of Missouri created an effective evening career counseling service for community adults. (JAC)