Abstract
A social learning theory of career decision-making proposes that career and occupational role models can influence an individual's career decision-making activity. Although investigators have assessed the effects of the presence or absence of career role models, measures to assess the effect of the observer's evaluation of the model have not been developed. In this study a measure of perceived performance of the self-employed parent as a career role model was developed. Analysis of responses from 223 undergraduates showed the set of items formed one dimension in two subsamples. Factorial stability between the subsamples was demonstrated. Items used to develop the measure also showed some internal consistency. A proposal is made for use of such measures in research on career decision-making and in counseling sessions.