Ngozi, EMMANUEL

The main purpose of this study is to investigate the career choices among senice secondary school students in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo state Four research questions were raised to guide the research. A descriptive survey research design which involves collection of data through the use of questionaire was adopted to solicit information from respondents. The population of the study consists of the hundred and fifty(150) in Ekosodin Secondary School. The sample size of the study is fifty(50) students which makes up 75% of the population size. A simple randes sampling technique was used to used to select sample for study. Simple percentage I frequency count was used to analyse the responses of the respondents. The findings of the research revealed that parental influence has a significant impact the career choices of students. A student's choice of career can be affected by the pot group of such a student. Gender has no significant relationship with the choice of career of students. The age of the students has no impact on the career choice of senior secondary school students. There is a significant relationship between the student’s care choice and academic performance. It was recommended that parents should enlighten their children on different career choice at a tender age. Guidance and counseling services should be made available in secondary schools to guide the students. Finally, student should ensure they have proper information about their intended career choice and such choice should be born out of passion and ambition.