Vocational Guidance
Introduction:
Vocational guidance is one of the basic pillars in the life of contemporary societies
as this process continues throughout the individual life, starting as he joins kindergarten
and continues throughout his shift to the stages of general education, graduation
in higher education stages, embarking on practical life till his pension.
Guidance process has an important and constructive impact on the individual life
as it helps him achieve harmony between the various factors of his personality,
tendencies and preparedness and the reality of life. This helps him develop and
grow in various psychological, social and economic aspects and consequently assist
in achieving prosperity and progress of the society in which he lives.
The Concept of Guidance
It is a process to guide the individual to the various paths through which he is
able to discover and utilize his potentials and capabilities, tendencies and desires
to lead a pleasant life and contributes to the happiness of his society.
General Objectives of Guidance:
- To guide trainees in various psychological, moral, social, educational and occupational
aspects in order to become active members in the nation building process.
- To discuss the personal, social or educational problems encountered by the trainees
during their study and work towards finding appropriate solutions which enable them
to progress in their study.
- To work towards discovering the skills, capabilities and tendencies of distinct
or ordinary trainees and help them invest their skills.
- To encourage trainees to learn and give them an insight into the training unit system
and help them utilize available programmes.
- To help trainees select the specialization and occupation which meet the society
requirements.
- To guide trainees in cooperation with the students tutor and solve their problems
and participate in various councils and committees.
