Super’s Developmental Model

Super’s Developmental Model explains how career choices and development evolve throughout a person’s life. It suggests that individuals go through predictable stages: Growth (childhood, developing interests), Exploration (searching for suitable careers in adolescence and young adulthood), Establishment (settling into a career and gaining experience), Maintenance (keeping up with career responsibilities), and Decline (preparing for retirement). Each stage builds on personal skills, experiences, and changing priorities, helping people understand their career progression over time. This model emphasizes that career development is a lifelong process influenced by personal growth and external factors.