Abstract:
This research investigates the elements that affect career decisions among Junior High
School (JHS) students in the Mpohor District. Employing a descriptive survey method
along with a quantitative research strategy, 297 students were chosen through multistage
sampling methods. Information was collected using a structured questionnaire,
and descriptive statistical techniques such as frequencies, percentages, means, and
standard deviations were utilized for analysis. The pre-test outcomes, evaluated for
internal consistency with Cronbach’s alpha using Statistical Product for Service
Solution (version 25.0), showed a reliability coefficient of .827, indicating that the
instrument is reliable. The research revealed various factors that influence decisions,
including gender, parental support, peer pressure, and assistance from teachers, with
gender being identified as the most significant factor. No significant differences in
average career choices were observed between male and female students or among
students of different ages. The study suggests that career guidance should be
incorporated into both the Standards-Based and Common Core School Curricula at an
early stage to better prepare and inform students regarding their career choices
Description:
A thesis in the Department of Counselling Psychology, Faculty of
Applied Behavioral Sciences in Education, submitted to the school of
Graduate Studies in partial fulfillment
of the requirements for the award of the degree of
Master of Philosophy
(Counselling Psychology)
at the University of Education, Winneba
MARCH
