The current study explored the attitudes that single, Korean, female college students have toward multiple role planning. Cluster groups among the participants were identified by their scores on the Korean language version (Yang, 1997) of the Attitudes Toward Multiple Role Planning (ATMRP; Weitzman, 1992) measure, and significant differences in…

Students attending a midwestern university (N = 520) were surveyed about their attitudes toward the work world, their futures, and adulthood. Differences between underclassmen and upperclassmen in plans following graduation and perceived level of preparation may reflect each group's closeness to graduation. Differences were found between male and…

This study investigated seven factors relating to personal preferences in choosing a career. Differences between male and female preferences were also studied. While males and females express similarities relating to the seven factors, they also reveal differences that should be considered by counselors helping individuals explore career choices.…

A two-page questionnaire dealing with career aspirations and expectations was administered to undergraduates at four institutions. Results suggest Black women as a group predict they will earn less than Black males; white women as a group predict they will earn less than white men but the pay gap is narrower. (Author)

Assessed social class positions, career values, and career aspirations of Black, Anglo, and Puerto Rican adult men and women. Results indicated significant variations in career values among adults of different cultural backgrounds, but no distinct differences in career aspirations. (Author/RC)

Extends a formula previously introduced by Prediger which helps clients identify their vocational preference by locating themselves on a world-of-work map via a three-letter code. Suggests a way of generating, from a group of codes, one overall three-letter code, providing the career counselors with a more comprehensive view of the client. (RJM)

Examined career aspirations of pregnant teenagers (n=94) enrolled in program designed to minimize their chances of dropping out of high school. Adolescents completed demographic data form that included questions on career aspirations. Data were coded by Holland type. Data revealed number of trends with implications for career counseling of these…

Examined the effects of socioeconomic status on the occupational aspirations of 198 high school seniors in Nigeria. Results showed students with a higher socioeconomic status had a higher occupational aspiration level. Students with low SES aspired to medium-level occupations, suggesting that career guidance could help underpriveleged students.…

Individuals aspiring to the profession need to be familiar with the role of the health services administrator. Women scored lower on interest scales related to the role of the health services administrator. Vocational counselors should refer to the appropriate reference sample when working with clients. (Author)

Research was conducted to develop an interest inventory corresponding to the interest areas in Volume II of the fourth edition of the Dictionary of Occupational Titles. An inventory of 307 occupational activity items was developed and administered to a sample of 1,115 individuals in a selected number of states. (Author)

Surveyed 121 physically disabled college students to examine their perceptions of their occupational future. Results indicated that, although majority of students held high career aspirations, many sensed their career goals may be unattainable. Additional findings showed that most respondents preferred careers that involved working with people and…

Studied sex differences in occupational preferences among Black elementary school children from a low socioeconomic class. Demonstrated that both boys and girls responded according to traditional sex role stereotypes, as is suggested by the current theory of vocational development. Boys mentioned more, and a wider range of, occupations, than did…

When occupations were analyzed, patterns of gross overrepresentation of the professional occupations and underrepresentation of clerical, sales, and benchwork categories were noted. This distortion of the world of work as portrayed on television serials was compared with the distortion already noted in the occupational literature. (Author)

Reports a model for assessment of needs and resources for career guidance on college campus. Results indicate (a) family and personal friends have greatest influence on career choice, (b) university departments supply limited resources for aid in career choice, (c) most graduates view college major as necessary or desirable prerequisite for…

This study tested the relative effects of Crystal and Bolles's life/work-planning process on factors related to vocational choice: aspirations, expectations, resident skills, and preferences. The results indicated that the process is an effective strategy to use to facilitate agreement between factors. (Author)