Question 1

According to Super's theory of career development, each person goes through ____ predictable stages in their vocational path. The first of those stages is called __________.
A) 6; establishment
B) 4; exploration
C) 5; growth
D) 8; consolidation

Accepted Answer

Super's theory of career development posits that individuals go through five stages in their career path, with the first stage being "growth."

Question 2

Which law, along with the Carl Perkins Act, requires that all students in occupational education programs must be given vocational assessment to assist them in their career development?
A) Title VII and Title IX
B) The Americans with Disabilities Act
C) PL94-143
D) The Rehabilitation act of 1973

Accepted Answer

PL94-143, also known as the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (now the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act - IDEA), requires that all students in occupational education programs must be given vocational assessment to assist in their career development, ensuring that students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education tailored to their individual needs.

Question 3

Which of the following is a suggestion that your author makes with regard to constructing the best possible résumé?
A) Only include past job experiences that are specifically related to the job for which you are applying. Don't include unrelated experiences.
B) Don't worry about sounding narcissistic. A résumé is a chance to brag as much as needed to get a job.
C) Avoid adding details to your résumé that could eliminate you from the selection process.
D) Keep your résumé to a maximum of 2 pages. Anything more will bore the person in charge of hiring.

Accepted Answer

Avoiding details that could prematurely eliminate you from the selection process is a strategic approach to ensure your résumé remains in consideration.

Question 4

Which of the following is not one of the components of the modern revision of the trait-and-factor approach to career guidance?
A) The proposal that cultural values are important and can impact the success of the helping relationship and a person's experience of a job
B) The idea that the interaction between client and helper is a dynamic process that includes both affective and cognitive components
C) That occupations require individuals to have certain traits if they are to be successful
D) The notion that the parenting one receives and their placement in their family of origin influences their career choices in unconscious ways

Accepted Answer

The modern revision of the trait-and-factor approach to career guidance includes the proposal that cultural values, the dynamic interaction between client and helper, and the role of certain traits in successful occupations. However, the notion that parenting and family of origin influence career choices in unconscious ways is not a component of this approach.

Question 5

If you were a career counselor who was providing assistance to a client thinking of completing an application for a new job that they really want, which of the following would you avoid suggesting?
A) Find out if an interview is required, and prepare for it
B) It is okay to be negative if you are asked a question to which the honest answer is a complaint or gripe.
C) Avoid submitting "cookie cutter" applications for various jobs; your application should speak to the specific job for which you are applying
D) Fill out all necessary forms and make sure to meet all required deadlines

Accepted Answer

It is never okay to be negative during a job interview or on a job application. This can give a bad impression to the employer and decrease the chances of getting hired. It is important to focus on highlighting strengths, skills, and experiences that make the candidate a good fit for the job.

Question 6

Career __________ theory proposes that parental styles - casual, loving, or overprotective, for example - can result in a child later having an orientation toward certain types of jobs.
A) psychodynamic
B) sociocognitive
C) existential
D) lifespan developmental

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamic theory focuses on the influence of early childhood experiences on personality development and career choices.

Question 7

The progression of various life roles, including but not limited to the jobs that we do or will hold, is called:
A) career development.
B) vocational proxemics.
C) occupational strata.
D) job locus.

Accepted Answer

Career development refers to the process of advancing through various life roles including but not limited to jobs or careers. Vocational proxemics is not a commonly used term in this context. Occupational strata refers to the social hierarchy of occupations within a society. Job locus refers to an individual's perception of control over their job, not the progression of life roles.

Question 8

Marquita recently had her first child. Although her husband makes adequate money to support the family, she enjoyed the work she did before the end of her pregnancy, and wants to go back to work. She also loves being a mother, and is not sure if she can juggle both roles. Marquita is seeing Dr. Belkin to discuss these issues so that she can make the best decision for herself and her family. What kind of counseling is Dr. Belkin providing?
A) Vocational rehabilitation
B) Career counseling
C) Interpersonal therapy
D) Free association

Accepted Answer

Dr. Belkin is providing career counseling, which involves discussing career options and making decisions about work-life balance.

Question 9

Which theorist is most closely associated with the career developmental theory that proposes that individuals pass through a series of sequential and predictable stages with regard to their career trajectory?
A) John Holland
B) Donald Super
C) Linda Gottfredson
D) Edward K. Strong, Jr.

Accepted Answer

Donald Super is most closely associated with the career developmental theory that proposes individuals pass through a series of sequential and predictable stages with regard to their career trajectory. Super's theory includes five stages: growth, exploration, establishment, maintenance, and decline.

Question 10

Once you have identified a specific area in the human service field in which you may want to work, you are well-advised to set up some ________ interviews, in which you will meet with individuals who work in these positions. This might help you decide if the direction is truly right for you.
A) behavioral
B) shadowing
C) exploratory
D) informational

Accepted Answer

Informational interviews are designed to gather information about a specific career or job from someone who already works in the field. These interviews provide an opportunity to ask questions, gain insight into job duties, and identify potential challenges or rewards associated with a particular profession. This can help individuals confirm their interest in a certain area and ensure that it aligns with their professional goals and interests.

Question 11

According to the _________ theory of career guidance, it is best to assess a client's strengths, examine job availability, and use a rational process to make career decisions.
A) vocational targeting
B) career rainbow
C) trait and factor
D) match and catch

Accepted Answer

The trait and factor theory of career guidance suggests that career decisions should be based on a systematic assessment of an individual's abilities, interests, and values, as well as an examination of the requirements and characteristics of various career options. This theory emphasizes the importance of matching individuals to careers that align with their aptitudes and personality traits in order to ensure job satisfaction and success. Option A (vocational targeting) and Option B (career rainbow) do not accurately describe this theory, and Option D (match and catch) is not a recognized theory of career guidance.

Question 12

Although there is great range, the average salary of a social and human service assistant (which is analogous to the term "human service professional") was close to $__________ in 2012 according to the U.S. Department of Labor (2014a).
A) 62,000
B) 56,000
C) 43,000
D) 30,000

Accepted Answer

According to the information given, the average salary of a social and human service assistant in 2012 was close to $30,000, making option D the correct choice.

Question 13

Stanley has held the same job for several years, and though he has had quite a bit of success and makes a very good salary, he has begun to disengage from his work. He is less emotionally involved, and feels like he should start thinking about retirement. According to the career development theory, Stanley is in the _________ stage.
A) establishment
B) growth
C) maintenance
D) deceleration

Accepted Answer

Stanley is in the deceleration stage of his career, which is characterized by a decrease in engagement and a shift in focus towards retirement. This stage comes after years of work and success, where individuals often start to pull back from their career ambitions and responsibilities.

Question 14

How many occupational codes are typically listed in a "Holland code"?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4

Accepted Answer

Holland codes typically list 3 occupational codes, representing three dominant personality types of an individual, according to John Holland's theory.

Question 15

Lawson applied for entry into a graduate program for which he felt particularly well-suited, but he was denied admission. What would be good advice for Lawson as he figures out his next step?
A) Understand that rejection from a program is very personal, and accept that he should be angry about the rejection
B) Ask for feedback about his application and interview so that he knows where to improve
C) Recognize that graduate programs often communicate with each other, and avoid applying for at least a year
D) Submit the same application to similar programs so that he has a better chance of getting accepted somewhere

Accepted Answer

Asking for feedback on his application and interview can provide valuable insights on areas where Lawson can improve and enhance his chances of getting accepted into a similar program in the future. Option A is not advisable because rejection from a program is not personal; it is based on the individual's qualifications and fit for the program. Option C is not necessarily true for all graduate programs. Option D is likely to be ineffective as each graduate program is unique and requires tailored application materials.

Question 16

John Holland is known for having proposed six personality types that could be viewed on a hexagon, each of which would be related to specific types of jobs in which the person would be more or less likely to find success and happiness. Which of the following was one of those personality types?
A) Withdrawn
B) Realistic
C) Entrepreneurial
D) Ambitious

Accepted Answer

John Holland's six personality types are Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional. Realistic personality types are practical, physical, and enjoy working with their hands. They would excel in jobs such as construction, farming, or engineering. Therefore, B) Realistic is one of the six personality types proposed by Holland.

Question 17

A thorough career assessment is a lengthy and comprehensive process that can involve many steps, that includes all but which of the following?
A) Taking a projective personality test
B) Examining situational issues
C) Assessing your own emotional intelligence
D) Taking an interest inventory

Accepted Answer

While taking a projective personality test can provide some insight into a person's career path, it is not a necessary component of a thorough career assessment. The other options - examining situational issues, assessing emotional intelligence, and taking an interest inventory - are commonly used in career assessments.

Question 18

Which of the following should you investigate when considering submitting an application to a graduate school?
A) Whether or not the program to which you are applying is accredited
B) Whether the program guarantees employment for its graduate within a specific time period
C) If the program is located far away, find out if they offer travel stipends for students.
D) Whether the program offers "leaves of absence" for students in times of crisis

Accepted Answer

It is important to investigate if the program to which you are applying is accredited by a recognized organization, as this ensures that the program meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness.

Question 19

Jen has worked as a bookkeeper for a consulting firm for the last 8 years. She enjoys the work because it has very specific, concrete responsibilities and she is very good at computational tasks. According to John Holland, Jen has a(n) __________ personality style.
A) realistic
B) enterprising
C) conventional
D) investigative

Accepted Answer

According to John Holland's theory of career choice, people can be categorized into six personality types: realistic, investigative, artistic, social, enterprising, and conventional. Conventional personality types are detail-oriented, organized, and enjoy working with numbers and data. Jen's enjoyment of bookkeeping and expertise in computational tasks align with the conventional personality type.

Question 20

The more recent social cognitive career theory (SCCT) proposes that the types of career-based choices we make are rooted in our beliefs about whether we can or cannot perform certain behaviors. In this way, the theory is anchored in the concept of __________.
A) self-efficacy
B) locus of control
C) self-concept
D) self-esteem

Accepted Answer

Social cognitive career theory (SCCT) proposes that self-efficacy, or our belief in our ability to perform certain behaviors, influences the career choices we make. This means that if we believe we are capable of performing a particular job or task, we are more likely to pursue it as a career option. Therefore, self-efficacy is the concept that anchors the theory.

Quiz 12: Career Development, Processes, and Resources: Your Future in Human Services

According to Super's theory of career development, each person goes through predictable stages in their vocational path. The first of those stages is called ______.

Which law, along with the Carl Perkins Act, requires that all students in occupational education programs must be given vocational assessment to assist them in their career development?

Which of the following is a suggestion that your author makes with regard to constructing the best possible résumé?

Which of the following is not one of the components of the modern revision of the trait-and-factor approach to career guidance?

If you were a career counselor who was providing assistance to a client thinking of completing an application for a new job that they really want, which of the following would you avoid suggesting?

Career __________ theory proposes that parental styles - casual, loving, or overprotective, for example - can result in a child later having an orientation toward certain types of jobs.

The progression of various life roles, including but not limited to the jobs that we do or will hold, is called:

Which theorist is most closely associated with the career developmental theory that proposes that individuals pass through a series of sequential and predictable stages with regard to their career trajectory?

Once you have identified a specific area in the human service field in which you may want to work, you are well-advised to set up some ________ interviews, in which you will meet with individuals who work in these positions. This might help you decide if the direction is truly right for you.

According to the _________ theory of career guidance, it is best to assess a client's strengths, examine job availability, and use a rational process to make career decisions.

Although there is great range, the average salary of a social and human service assistant (which is analogous to the term "human service professional") was close to $__________ in 2012 according to the U.S. Department of Labor (2014a) .

How many occupational codes are typically listed in a "Holland code"?

Lawson applied for entry into a graduate program for which he felt particularly well-suited, but he was denied admission. What would be good advice for Lawson as he figures out his next step?

John Holland is known for having proposed six personality types that could be viewed on a hexagon, each of which would be related to specific types of jobs in which the person would be more or less likely to find success and happiness. Which of the following was one of those personality types?

A thorough career assessment is a lengthy and comprehensive process that can involve many steps, that includes all but which of the following?

Which of the following should you investigate when considering submitting an application to a graduate school?

Jen has worked as a bookkeeper for a consulting firm for the last 8 years. She enjoys the work because it has very specific, concrete responsibilities and she is very good at computational tasks. According to John Holland, Jen has a(n) __________ personality style.

The more recent social cognitive career theory (SCCT) proposes that the types of career-based choices we make are rooted in our beliefs about whether we can or cannot perform certain behaviors. In this way, the theory is anchored in the concept of __________.