A Career Planning Program was formulated for counsellors in the secondary schools in Malaysia. This program comprised four inventories that are closely related to career choices, such as personality, interest, competency and value. Values was included because it is an important aspect in the culture of Malaysians and influences career decisions. These four areas were assessed and collated under Holland's six RIASEC scales. The program was tested and a coding procedure to determine its vocational combinations was established. This program also included a localised Dictionary of RIASEC Occupational Classification for the counsellors to refer and guide their students in deciding their career path.
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