ROLE OF CAREER GUIDANCE IN SELECTION OF APPROPRIATE STREAMS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY OF HIGHER SECONDARY SCIENCE STUDENTS

In India, Career Guidance is essential in assisting Higher secondary science students in selecting the right tracks. When making such important selections, students frequently experience confusion and stress due to the abundance of options accessible. They may make educated decisions when they receive effective career coaching, which gives them insightful information about their interests, strengths, and possible career pathways. It provides a better understanding of pupils' future prospects by evaluating their aptitudes and preferences through a variety of exams and counselling sessions. Additionally, Career Guidance ensures that students are aware of the prospects and difficulties in each stream by bridging the gap between their goals and the realities of various industries. Guidance counsellors assist students in coordinating their academic endeavours with their long-term objectives by providing access to information about various occupations, school requirements, and employment markets. This increases their chances of success in their chosen industries and gives them a boost in confidence. To put it simply, Career Counselling is crucial to enabling students to successfully negotiate the challenges of their academic journey and make wise decisions about their futures. Study survey was conducted among 203 Higher Secondary Science Students to know the Role of Career Guidance in Selection of appropriate streams for higher education and concludes that there is significant role of Career Guidance in Selection of appropriate streams.