Career Psychology: Models, Concepts, and Counseling for Meaningful Employment

Career Psychology is a field that provides theory, science, and practice for career counseling, helping individuals plan, explore, decide, and adjust to their work lives. This book consolidates knowledge and advances practical applications, covering theories, constructs, cultural contexts, and interventions. It is a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and students in the field.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 655 pages
Publication date: 18 April 2023
Publisher: American Psychological Association

Career Psychology is a comprehensive field that encompasses the theory, science, and practice of career counseling, which plays a crucial role in career planning, occupational exploration, career decision-making, vocational choice, job entry, work adjustment, and retirement. This book effectively consolidates and advances knowledge about the scientific foundations and practical applications of vocational psychology and career counseling, providing valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and students alike.

Chapters written by expert contributors cover key theories and approaches, core and emerging constructs, cultural contexts, and career interventions, highlighting how counselors can assist diverse groups of people across developmental age periods to construct personally meaningful and socially relevant work lives. This comprehensive work serves as a ready reference on the evolution, current status, and future directions of vocational psychology, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the field.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781433837982