John Holland's Theory

of Career Choice (RIASEC)

-Career planning theory
-Problem-solving/cognitive approach to career planning

John Hollands Theory of Career Choice (RIASEC) maintains that in choosing

a career, people prefer jobs where they can be around others who are like them.
They search for environments that will let them use their skills and abilities, and
express their attitudes and values, while taking on enjoyable problems and roles.
(Hollands Theory, 2014)

After taking a personality test Hollands Theory claims people fit into one of the
Six Personality Types or Holland Codes (RIASEC):

(The Holland Code, 2012)

-People who choose to work in an environment similar to their

personality type are more likely to be successful and satisfied
-Most widely used system of career classification used today
-Theoretical model can be affected by age, gender, social
class, intelligence and education.
References:
-Holland's theory. (2014, June 10). Retrieved July 20, 2015, from http://www.careers.govt.nz/educatorspractitioners/career-practice/career-theory-models/hollands-theory/
-The Holland Code (RIASEC) Theory of Career Choice. (2012). Retrieved July 20, 2015, from
http://www.vocationary.com/page/holland-code-riasec-theory-career-choice

By: Monica Echegaray