Pelaksanaan Layanan Bimbingan Karier melalui Program Jumat Bersama untuk Perencanaan Karier Siswa Kelas XII di SMA Negeri 1 Langkaplancar

Abstract

The implementation of career guidance services through the Friday Together programme is a strategy designed by the school to help 12th grade students plan their future in a mature and focused manner. The background of this research stems from the low level of readiness among students in determining their educational and career paths due to limited information, minimal support, and a lack of self-confidence. This study aims to investigate the implementation of career guidance services through the Friday Together programme and its impact on the career planning of Grade 12 students at SMA Negeri 1 Langkaplancar. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Informants in this study include counselling teachers, class advisors, and five Grade XII students. The results of the study indicate that the programme is conducted regularly every Friday with various activities such as interest and aptitude tests, CV-making workshops, job interview simulations, group discussions, and introductions to the world of work and further education. This programme has successfully raised students' awareness of their potential and desired career paths, as well as motivating them to develop more realistic and focused plans for the future. Thus, the career guidance services provided through the Friday Together programme have made a positive contribution to students' readiness to enter the workforce or pursue higher education.