Proposes a "spatial-temporal" model conceiving adult vocational development as a complex and constant readjustment in always changing perception of personal space-time, based on interviews of 786 adults. Presents two propositions of this model: the continuous alternation between states of instability and interaction of influences.…

Describes Super's construct of adaptability and reviews research on the construct. Discusses related counseling research that uses the construct and research in area of organizational psychology that addresses concept but does not use the term. Summarizes other approaches to need for adaptability in adult career development and presents…

Following a brief review of recent studies of self-efficacy and career-related behaviors, the authors suggest several core self-beliefs that may underlie efficacy expectations and their possible impact on career choice and decision making. Implications and suggestions for career counseling are discussed. (CH)

The author states that the labor force will include increasing numbers of the poor, minorities, and women. The educational system helps these individuals prepare for jobs that will require high levels of skill and education. He discusses six major reform proposals, all of which address career development needs of new labor force entrants. (CH)

Career development of creatively gifted adults consists of three tasks: (1) dealing with career decision problems, (2) finding training and support, and (3) maintaining productivity. Counselors can help clients face these tasks by emphasizing values in decision making, keeping abreast of innovations, and identifying and treating productivity…

Applies developmental-contextual approach to analysis of changes that have occurred in the former Soviet Union and how they may affect individual career development. Presents framework for understanding emerging conceptions of career, describes career development in the Commonwealth of Independent States, and considers adolescent and adult career…

Provides a model for developing a career portfolio process for use with high school students and adults functioning in various types of learning endeavors as they seek credentials or licenses for various careers. Notes that the portfolio model provides an authentic alternative to current traditional career assessment practices. (Author/NB)

Discusses use of Occupational Stress Inventory and Adult Career Concerns Inventory in career counseling of adults. Provides descriptive statistics of inventory scores for adult career counseling clients (n=110). Inclues case study. Notes that many clients responded favorably to career counseling approach that addressed issues related to…

The Employability Maturity Interview (EMI) is a 10-item structured interview developed to assess readiness for the vocational rehabilitation planning process and the need for additional vocational exploration and employability services. The items deal with occupational choice, self-appraisal of abilities, self-appraisal of personality…

This thesis presents a model for an Adult Growth and Development Center predicated on preventive/educational counseling for the issues and tasks of adulthood. The model is described in terms of information from three data bases: (1) a review and synthesis of various adult development theories; (2) a review of the literature on outreach programs;…