You will examine several leading theories, including Holland’s Theory of Career Choice, Super’s Life-Span Theory, Krumboltz’s Social Learning Theory, and Savickas’ Career Construction Theory. Each theory offers insight into how people choose, develop, and change careers over time. By comparing these approaches, you gain a balanced perspective that improves both planning and practice.
Theory becomes valuable when you put it into action. This course gives examples and strategies that link theory to daily decisions. You will learn how to use these frameworks to guide clients, support students, or plan your own career. You will also see how to adapt the theories to modern challenges such as globalisation, digital change, and the future of work.
Key Theories in Career Development is a course that builds your understanding of the models and ideas that shape career growth. Whether you guide others, support students, or plan your own future, these theories give you clarity and direction.
Career development does not happen by chance. Psychological, social, and economic factors influence the choices people make. When you understand the theories, you can explain why people choose certain roles, how they adapt to change, and what motivates them. This course explores the most influential models and shows you how to apply them in real situations.
By the end of this program, you will understand the key theories in career development and know how to apply them effectively. This knowledge equips you to give better guidance, make stronger choices, and build strategies for meaningful careers.