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The Systems Theory Framework of Career Development and Counseling: Connecting Theory and Practice

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The practice of career counseling has been derived from principles of career theory and counseling theory. In recent times, the fields of both career and counseling theory have undergone considerable change. This article details the move toward convergence in career theory, and the subsequent development of the Systems Theory Framework in this domain. The importance of this development to connecting theory and practice in the field of career counseling is discussed.

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  1. Queensland University of Technology, Kelvin Grove Campus, Queensland, Australia

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Patton, W., McMahon, M. The Systems Theory Framework of Career Development and Counseling: Connecting Theory and Practice. Int J Adv Counselling 28, 153–166 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10447-005-9010-1

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