ERIC Number: EJ1327135
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
Pages: 19
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ISSN: ISSN-1531-4952
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An Application of Holland's Theory to Career Interests and Selected Careers of Automotive Technology Students
Maldonado, Laura G.; Kim, Kyungin; Threeton, Mark D.
Journal of Career and Technical Education, v35 n1 p36-54 2020
This study investigated whether postsecondary automotive technology students' interests were congruent with their chosen career pathways. One hundred eighty-six students from three institutions completed Holland's Self-Directed Search assessment. Realistic was the predominant Holland code followed by Enterprising for the participants within this study. A majority of participants had a medium level of congruence between their interests and career choices as measured by the C-index. The findings may be useful for educators, counselors, and career development professionals interested in diversifying instruction and professional development strategies to promote future career success.
Descriptors: Interest Inventories, Vocational Interests, Student Interests, College Students, Vocational Education, Career Choice, Auto Mechanics
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Self Directed Search
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