The Influence of Environmental Factors on Choice of Career among Students

This study investigated the factors that influence students' choice of career in secondary school. Questionnaire was used to obtain data. The sample consisted of 100 students from four schools in Ijebu Ode local Government area of Ogun State, Nigeria. Data collected was analyzed using person moment correlation co-efficient. This was used purposely to test the relationship that exist between the variables. The findings revealed that factors such as family background, peer group...
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This study investigated the factors that influence students' choice of career in secondary school. Questionnaire was used to obtain data. The sample consisted of 100 students from four schools in Ijebu Ode local Government area of Ogun State, Nigeria. Data collected was analyzed using person moment correlation co-efficient. This was used purposely to test the relationship that exist between the variables. The findings revealed that factors such as family background, peer group pressure, societal valued jobs and the school environment directly influence students' choice of career. By counseling implication, secondary school students need adequate guidance from their parents and school counselors to avail them the chance of making the right career choice.