Career Information, Career Counseling, and Career Development: Pearson New International Edition

Description

For students taking courses in career counseling.   A comprehensive survey of career development that emphasizes technology, cross-cultural issues, practical application, and the global economy.   Written by a leading expert in the field, this text covers all aspects of career counseling and career development in both the private and public sectors. The only book of its kind that emphasizes multicultural considerations and a global perspective, this text offers students the most complete and compelling look at the identification and use of occupational information and appraisal devices — in an array of environments and for all demographic groups. The newly revised and newly organized edition of Career Information, Career Counseling and Career Development focuses on technology in career development, free and low-cost career development strategies, and the impact of the recent recession on the job market. Cover Table of Contents 1. Introduction to the Global Economy, Social justice, and Career Development 2. Trait-and-Factor and Developmental Theories of Career Choice and Development and Their Applications 3. Learning Theory-Based, Postmodern, Socioeconomic, and Decision-Making Theories and Their Applications 4. Ethical and Legal Guidelines and the Competencies Needed for Career Development Practice 5. A Values-Based, Multicultural Approach to Career Counseling and Advocacy 6. Clients with Special Needs 7. Assessment in Career Counseling and Development 8. Using Information to Facilitate Career Development 9. Virtual and Brick and Mortar Career Exploration Centers (CEC): Design and Implementation 10. Preparing for Work 11. Facilitating the Global Job Search: Employability Skills and Job Placement Services 12. Career Counselors in Private Practice: Counseling, Coaching and Consulting 13. Career Development Programming in Business Organizations 14. Program Evaluation and Evidence-Based Practice 15. Trends in the Labor Market and the Factors That Shape Them Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y