However, as opposed to eagerly exploring a variety of careers, Gottfredson (1981) theorized that children at the elementary age reject certain careers due to the societal messages they receive. Career exploration is often a focus at the elementary level due to the students’ age and developmental level. Professional school counselors (PSCs) provide college and career readiness services to students K-12 as a component of a comprehensive school counseling program (ASCA, 2012). Using Gottfredson’s Theory of Circumscription and Compromise at the Elementary Level By Glenda S.
