Learning confidence, career planning, and adaptability of Chinese higher vocational students

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate the learning confidence, adaptability, and career planning roles of Chinese higher vocational students, with an emphasis on how these factors affect the growth of vocational institutions and the improvement of students' employability. A survey of 400 Chinese higher vocational students, educators, administrators, and professionals was conducted using a descriptive quantitative approach. When gender was taken into account, the results showed that there was a significant difference in the responses about flexibility in interpersonal skills, but there was no significant difference in the responses about students' learning confidence and career planning based on demographic profiles. Additionally, a substantial and significant association between students' adaptability, career planning, and learning confidence was found. This implies that students who have a strong sense of self-worth and well-defined career objectives are more likely to be flexible in a variety of settings, such as the social, professional, and academic ones. This correlation highlights the significance of a comprehensive approach to student development, with a focus on career planning, academic achievement, and interpersonal skills to foster resilience and equip students for success in postsecondary vocational education. A suggested career development plan specifically designed for Chinese higher vocational students has been developed based on the study's findings. This approach seeks to maximize students' vocational education experiences and improve their prospects in the labor market by utilizing the found relationships among learning confidence, career planning, and adaptability. Vocational schools can better assist students in fulfilling their academic and career goals while promoting their general development and preparedness for the workforce by providing comprehensive attention to these important areas.