chaptr 7 - Using Information and Communication Technologies to Support Career Counseling and Planning Flashcards
what are the current trends within info and communication technology x9
nearly all applications are available online
use various media to assist individuals
linkage to other websites
use of e-portfolios
more organization and safer storage and regulation of documents (certificates, resumes)
info is targeted to specific audiences (Age, gender, education, location, etc.)
access to no-fee websites on multiple levels
communication between different groups using the internet
provide tools for career planning
what are the advantages of using the internet for career counseling x6
available 24/7
serves a larger audience
e-portfolio can be applied and updated easily
easily update databases
easier to communicate with individuals and groups
accessible due to smartphones and computers
what are the 6 types of career services that can be found online x5
stand alone websites (blogs, assessments, etc.)
integrated career planning systems (career center databases)
mobile phone apps
social media
telehealth counseling
where can you find a resource for stand alone websites for career planning x3
national career development assistance NCDA.org
mynextmove.org
careeronestop.com
what are the advantages of using a virtual career planning site? x2
free or low cost
not subject to licensing agreements of integrated career planning systems (more freedom)
what are the disadvantages of using a virtual career planning site x4
not alot of guidance
cannot store assessment info (HIPAA violation)
cannot allow counselors to communicate
no administrative reports (can get bugs or errors)
what are the 2 types of social media sites that can be used for career planning
social media networking sites (Facebook)
professional networking sites (linkedin)
what is an issue with telehealth
not enough research to establish its effectiveness
what 4 professional organizations developed our ethical guidelines
American Counseling Association (A C A)
International Association for Educational and Vocational Guidance (I A E V G)
National Board for Certified Counselors (N B C C)
National Career Development Association (N C D A)
what are 2 major issues with using online career planning
using online only avenues can deny issues being seen
some individuals cnnot use online services due to lifestyle, or learning stles or disabilities
may struggle to interpret the data.
what are the 5 things a counselor needs to know to use online services to provide assistance to a client
Detailed knowledge of the system or site
Capability to diagnose the user’s needs and capability to profit from use of technology
motivate user to invest time
help the client process the data into meaningful information
Capability to move user beyond information to an action plan
