Careers Guidance Theories and Models

Table of Contents

1. Careers Guidance - Supporting Students in their Career Decision Making
2. Careers Guidance - Theories and Models Underpinning Careers Guidance
3. The Philosophy of Student Support
4. What is Careers Guidance (in the context of the tutor role)?
5. Theories underpinning Careers Guidance
6. Two models for Careers Guidance Interviewing
7. Further Reading
8. Self Test Questions
9. Further Information

The Philosophy of Student Support

The University of Leeds has the vision that all students have an "exceptional learning experience" and an essential component is the Personal Tutor Scheme. Medical Students are no different to the other students and this approach has been adopted by Leeds Institute of Medical Education.

Each student has a named Personal Tutor and all students are expected to attend a face-to-face Tutorial at least once a term. Students will have these sessions timetabled and attendance is not an optional extra! Students may also request contact at other times if they have any concerns.

The Personal Tutor is expected to provide both Academic and Pastoral support. The focus should be developmental - helping students to identify areas for academic and personal development so that they can achieve their individual potential.

University of Leeds, School of Medicine