The Effectiveness of coaching in career counseling for high school graduates – results of own Research

Abstract

The aim of this article was to examine the effectiveness of career coaching as an alternative form of career counseling for high school graduates. An experimental method was applied, involving both coaching and control groups, along with surveys and desk research. The findings showed that coaching significantly increase de motional intelligence, improved stress coping strategies, and helped students clarify their vocation al preferences. Unlike traditional counseling, coaching proved effective regardless of students’ cognitive styles. The conclusions suggest the need to integrate coaching into the school-based career counseling system.