What is the difference between the self-directed career planning model and the traditional counseling model?
Both models are used in a variety of settings and each has its strengths: Self-Directed Career Planning Model: The self-directed career planning model is generally more cost-effective and many people find it empowering. People work through assessment tools, such as career interest, values, skills, and personality inventories on their own and use standard career planning resources to make appropriate career and employment decisions. Traditional Career Counseling Model: The traditional career counseling model involves a one-on-one counseling relationship. The assessment instruments or tools, such as personality and career interest inventories, are given by a professional counselor who then uses the information to help participants make more appropriate career decisions.
