Analysis of Family Support on Students’ Career Decisions

Fitri Handayani; Khairiyah Khadijah; Isnaria Rizki Hayati; Munawir; Fitryyah Lutfi; Farhan Arrahman Putra; Fadilah Maulani Ferdianti; Novia Nur Syafitri; Nurul Azizah; Nani Dwi Nurkholifah; Erika Putri; Evry Wanda

Authors

Fitri Handayani Universitas Riau
Khairiyah Khadijah Universitas Riau
Isnaria Rizki Hayati Universitas Riau
Munawir Universitas Riau
Fitryyah Lutfi Universitas Riau
Farhan Arrahman Putra Universitas Riau
Fadilah Maulani Ferdianti Universitas Riau
Novia Nur Syafitri Universitas Riau
Nurul Azizah Universitas Riau
Nani Dwi Nurkholifah Universitas Riau
Erika Putri Universitas Riau
Evry Wanda Universitas Riau

Keywords:

Career decision, Family Support

Abstract

This study explores students’ career decision-making, which is often influenced by multiple factors, particularly family support as a primary foundation during adolescence. In Indonesia, many students struggle to determine their career paths due to limited information, low selfefficacy, and weak collaboration between school and family. This research uses a literature review method by analyzing relevant publications from 2016 to 2025. The aim is to examine the role of family support, self-efficacy, and school counselors in guiding students toward informed career decisions. Findings show that emotional and informational support from families strengthens students' self-confidence, while high self- efficacy helps them decide on their career direction more firmly. School counselors also play a crucial role as facilitators of career guidance and as mediators between students and parents, especially through home visit strategies. Collaboration between counselors and families has been proven to enhance the effectiveness of students’ career decision-making. Therefore, strong synergy between school and family is essential in shaping students’ career readiness holistically.

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