The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) defines Non-Traditional Occupations (NTOs) as occupations where specific populations (i.e. one gender or a minority group) are traditionally underrepresented, comprising less than 25 percent of the individuals employed in them. Barriers associated with entry into NTOs can prevent these populations from accessing…

A feminist content analysis of 81 films was conducted as a means to assist mental health practitioners in guiding the career choices of young women and to explore the possibilities for change through this medium. The review of the 117 lead female characters revealed themes including: the idea that relationships should be secondary to careers in…

All-girl engineering workshops are increasing in popularity as a means to attract females into the male-dominated field of engineering. However, the effectiveness of such workshops as a recruitment tool is unclear. This report summarizes several research studies on this topic with the intent of showing the effectiveness of such workshops and other…

Opportunities now await the leisure service professional in several employment areas not traditionally occupied by people with training or experience in the recreation or leisure service profession. Areas include theme parks, auditorium and arena management, themed restaurants, shopping centers, and resort management. (CJ)

Addresses reasons why men would not want to enter female-concentrated occupations, discrimination and men in nontraditional professions, and reasons why men would want to enter female-concentrated occupations. (Author/ABB)

Identifies the problems that prevent women from entering the construction trades by reviewing laws and their impact and by interviewing the experiences of women who have had nontraditional work experiences in male-dominated fields. Finds that some obstacles have been removed but better enforcement of equal opportunity laws is needed. (Contains 25…

Summarizes research that shows men who choose female-dominated occupations possess many of characteristics of women in same jobs and are comfortable with their masculine sexuality (although they score lower in Bem's masculine identity than do traditional men). Presents framework to understand process of men's nontraditional career choice.…

Tests a model of men's nontraditional occupational choice, using a longitudinal sample of college-age men in both gender traditional and nontraditional occupations. Liberal social attitudes, degree aspirations, and socio-economic status were directly predictive of nontraditional career choice. (Contains 35 references and 2 tables.) (GCP)

A historical review notes the small numbers of men enrolled in home economics, largely specializing in institutional management. Lacking role models, males are most scarce in home economics education; those who do major in home economics prefer to be loosely identified with the profession. (SK)

The language and history of nursing have labeled it women's work, influencing legal decisions and raising a significant recruitment/retention barrier for men: the job title and image. Proactive recruitment from target groups, role models, and use of appropriate media are strategies to redress the sex imbalance in nursing. (SK)

Traces the history and experiences of some educators who have transcended gender stereotypes. Presents a historical analysis of how fear of homosexuality emerged among educators and the public and how homophobia has permeated rigid gender-defined roles in school employment. (SLD)

This paper explores socioeconomic and cultural conditions that predispose black women to choose paths to non-traditional gender roles and life choices more often than white women. Acknowledged is a need for scholars and researchers to look at the lives of black women, not from the dominant, white, male-centered scholarship model but from the…

Investigates the theory that differences in well-being and emotional distress may be a function of gender-role socialization--especially the masculine sex role orientation. Findings indicate that sex role socialization is related to differences in occupational strain and coping, and that the masculine orientation has adaptive significance for the…

This literature review examines equity status in vocational education and the impact of federal legislation. The theory base for gender equity research is analyzed, including females in nontraditional occupations, preparation for family-work interaction, access to opportunities, and assessment of equity intervention programs. (SK)

Examines the factors that affected the career decision-making of adolescent females and young women in undergraduate science, engineering, and technology programs. Qualitative analysis was used to uncover seven themes: transition from high school, educational influences, family influences, academic issues, coursework management, gender issues, and…