Occupational orientation of black youth in Southern Africa

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Title:	Occupational orientation of black youth in Southern Africa
Author:	Cloete, Nico
Year:	1981
Periodical:	Psychologia Africana: Journal of the National Institute for Personnel Research
Volume:	20
Pages:	53-79
Language:	English
Geographic term:	South Africa
Subjects:	career guidance occupational aspirations pupils
Abstract:	The integration of the Blacks into the full spectrum of the labour market depends not only on the removal of legislative blockages, but also on the intention of Blacks to enter occupations in all the different sectors and levels of the economy. This paper investigates the occupational orientation of 1718 South African black students in Forms 3, 5 and first year university. A strong attraction for the social service and business organization occupations was noticeable in contrast to a lack of interest in the technical, outdoor and arts categories. The incongruence between expectations and labour market reality indicates that guidance services face a formidable task in assisting black youth on the way to full integration. Ref., tab.