Stages and levels

Question 1

In Anne Roe’s psychodynamic needs approach to career development, occupations are categorized by ___ levels and ____ fields.

Answer 1

six levels, eight fields

Question 2

In the 1950s, Ginzberg et al. proposed a developmental theory of career choice. What are the three periods they described?

Answer 2

1. fantasy (birth to 11 years) in which play becomes work oriented
2. tentative (11-17 years)
3. realistic (17 years and up)

Question 3

Which two theorists relied on a developmental approach to career choice using a model in which career development is commensurate with psychosocial development as delineated by Erik Erikson’s stages?

Answer 3

David Tiedeman and Robert O’Hara

Question 4

What are the five stages of career development outlined by Donald Super?

Answer 4

Stage 1: Growth (0-14)
Stage 2: Exploration (15-24)
Stage 3: Establishment (25-44)
Stage 4: Maintenance (45-64)
Stage 5: Decline (65+)
Mnemonic: GEE MD

Question 5

According to Krumboltz, what four factors impact career choice?

Answer 5

genetics and special abilities; the environment and special events; learning experiences; and task-approach problem-solving skills