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[Overcoming age barriers in occupational life--problem field regarding qualifications]
1Institut für Gerontologie, Universität Dortmund.
Zeitschrift Fur Gerontologie Und Geriatrie
|September 1, 1996
Summary
Older workers face employment and training challenges. This study explores company initiatives and provides recommendations to enhance workplace training for this demographic, promoting lifelong learning.
Area of Science:
- Workforce Development
- Adult Education
- Gerontology
Context:
- The aging workforce presents unique employment and training challenges.
- Existing "good practice" initiatives for older worker training are identified.
- The need for effective strategies to support older workers in the workplace is growing.
Purpose:
- To provide an overview of current employment trends and training issues for older workers.
- To examine existing company and organizational initiatives for training older employees.
- To offer recommendations for improving the training landscape for older workers.
Summary:
- The study analyzes employment trends and training problems affecting older workers.
- It highlights "good practice" examples from companies and employment organizations.
- A case study offers detailed insights into training scheme development and approaches.
- Conclusions and recommendations are drawn from organizational data and research.
Impact:
- Informs strategies for enhancing workplace training programs for older adults.
- Contributes to the understanding of lifelong learning and career development for aging populations.
- Provides actionable recommendations for employers and policymakers to support older worker retention and skill development.