The report reviews social, educational, employment aspiration and personal factors that affect the reasons for undertaking particular VET programs. The research concludes that a variety of factors are at play in what is seen as a very personal decision. Work experience, employment, parental influence, school subjects, friends and advertising are all factors, though none predominates, while present employers play only a very minor role. Choice of institution is based on offerings, convenience, affordability, quality and ambience, while passage to higher education is becoming increasingly important.
Analyses current and recent research in this area. Examines how the research has contributed to knowledge around the topic, and identifies areas which have been well or adequately researched, and areas where more or better research is needed.