Readiness of educational institutions to conduct education and careers counseling in the light of own research

Abstract

This article deals with guidance in education and career guidance for youth. Five aspects of guidance with major influence on the guidance process have been described. These are: friendly organizational culture which is fundamental for guidance, cooperation with the local community, assessment (diagnosis) of the individual’s characteristics, non-directive support in the development of learning outcomes and non-judgemental description of achievements. The conclusions of the research have been presented with regard to the above-mentioned areas. The article presents various aspects of the assistance and support that can be offered to young people while at school in view of their fundamental decisions with respect to education and professional career. It shows an approach to guidance that respects the individual characteristics of a person. Guidance needs to be adapted to an individual’s prospects for the future success in the society and the labor market. It is also important that „the whole guidance is education,” and therefore guidance is an important factor affecting the resources of an individual and their successful application in the future. Education and career guidance is dependent on the organization’s culture and values. The cooperation of schools with the local community plays an important role in guidance. The concept of guidance is in line with democratic values and principles, according to which each individual is responsible for themselves, their families and the community. Guidance plays a crucial role in the development of an individual.