Structural support, networking and individual survival: career changes in Italy and Spain.
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| Title: | Structural support, networking and individual survival: career changes in Italy and Spain. |
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| Authors: | Barabasch, Antje (AUTHOR), Merrill, Barbara (AUTHOR), Zanazzi, Silvia (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | British Journal of Guidance & Counselling. Jun2015, Vol. 43 Issue 3, p323-336. 14p. |
| Subjects: | Adults, Continuing education, Vocational education, Business networks, Labor market, Labor mobility, Social support, Vocational guidance, Socioeconomic factors, Psychology |
| Geographic Terms: | Italy, Spain |
| Abstract: | Southern European countries, like Italy and Spain, have been severely affected by the recent economic crisis. This has affected their labour market in terms of increased unemployment, while many of those in employment feel more insecure. As a consequence, many individuals turn to education as a step to making a career change. The opportunities and hindrances stemming from socio-economic institutions such as vocational education and training (VET) and higher education, labour market regulations and career guidance are highly influential in the ways in which individuals manage their career transitions and engage in lifelong learning. This article outlines the structural conditions in the two countries in respect to career guidance provision and reflects, based on individual accounts of mid-career workers, how individuals negotiate the system. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER] |
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| Abstract: | Southern European countries, like Italy and Spain, have been severely affected by the recent economic crisis. This has affected their labour market in terms of increased unemployment, while many of those in employment feel more insecure. As a consequence, many individuals turn to education as a step to making a career change. The opportunities and hindrances stemming from socio-economic institutions such as vocational education and training (VET) and higher education, labour market regulations and career guidance are highly influential in the ways in which individuals manage their career transitions and engage in lifelong learning. This article outlines the structural conditions in the two countries in respect to career guidance provision and reflects, based on individual accounts of mid-career workers, how individuals negotiate the system. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER] |
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| ISSN: | 03069885 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/03069885.2015.1028889 |
