A coaching approach to careers guidance: evaluation of an intervention with students in Further and Higher Education

This thesis researched the techniques of coaching and mentoring and their application in the area of careers guidance and development with students in further and higher education over a two-year period. The Enhanced Model of careers guidance was based on coaching and mentoring techniques; through the process the students would identify skills, start to plan and make decisions about their future. They would also develop their self-esteem, confidence, motivation and self-image. The Enhanced Model was formulated to relate directly to the careers guidance year, taking into account critical decision points relevant to the students such as applying to further or higher education or looking for work. [Continues.]