[Prediction and Prevention of Dropouts in Vocational Retraining]

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Adult Education
• Vocational Rehabilitation

Background:

• Individuals with a high tendency towards resignation are at increased risk of dropping out of vocational retraining.
• Understanding coping behaviors is crucial for effective intervention strategies in adult education settings.

Purpose of the Study:

• To determine if a psychological intervention can prevent dropouts among individuals with a high resignation tendency in vocational retraining.
• To assess the impact of resilience-building strategies on program completion rates.

Main Methods:

• A quasi-experimental design was employed, comparing a treatment group with a control group across two adult education institutes.
• The Work-related Behaviour and Experience Patterns (AVEM) questionnaire identified four coping behavior types, including 'resigned'.
• The treatment group received standard care plus two individual meetings and group therapy focused on coping mechanisms.

Main Results:

• The treatment group, despite a very high resignation tendency, showed a lower dropout rate compared to the control group.
• While other individuals also tended to drop out, this difference was not statistically significant.
• The intervention demonstrated a positive effect on retention for the targeted high-risk population.

Conclusions:

• Work-related resilience building is an effective strategy for minimizing dropout risks in vocational rehabilitation.
• The intervention is particularly beneficial for individuals with extremely resigned coping behaviors.
• Targeted psychological support can improve vocational retraining outcomes.