The Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT), developed by Robert W. Lent, Steven D.

Brown, and
Gail Hackett in 1994, serves as the foundation for our theoretical framework in understanding career
development. SCCT aims to explain several interconnected aspects of career growth:

Progression of Fundamental Academic and Professional Interests:

According to SCCT, people’s self-efficacy beliefs and their expectations about the outcomes of their
efforts significantly influence their interests and preferences.
Individuals tend to become interested in activities where they believe they can excel. Confidence
plays a crucial role in shaping these interests.
Career and Education Options:

When making decisions about education and careers, people consider both their interests and self-
efficacy beliefs.
SCCT suggests that individuals are likely to develop an interest in related fields.
Educational and career choices are influenced by strong self-efficacy beliefs, provided individuals
possess the necessary skills and environmental support.
Academic and Career Success:

SCCT acknowledges that success in academic and career pursuits is influenced by self-efficacy and
outcome expectations.
Individuals who believe in their abilities and anticipate positive outcomes are more likely to persist
and achieve success in their chosen paths.
Sources of Self-Efficacy Beliefs derive from personal performance accomplishments, vicarious
experiences, social persuasion, and physiological/emotional states.