Determining the effectiveness of preschool educator training on components of career self-efficacy, and assertiveness in participating in the free education courses of Payam Noor University

This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of professional education of preschool educator training on career self-efficacy and assertiveness in preschool-educating volunteers. The method of the present study is quasi-experimental. The statistical population includes all volunteers of preschool educators in Mahabad who participated in the training course for preschool educators at Payame Noor University in 2020 and their number was 197 people. 40 people were selected by systematic sampling. Data collection tools included 20 sessions (two sessions per week) of specialized training, short form of self-efficacy scale in career decision-making by Betz et al. and Ay, Holland, and Gallacy assertiveness Questionnaire. The questionnaire was conducted pre-test and post-test. Data were analyzed by analysis of covariance in SPSS software version 24. The intervention has been effective on self-assessment, goal selection, job information and planning as components of career decision self-efficacy and has not only an effect on problem-solving (P <0.09). The intervention also affected assertiveness (P <0.05). Given that training has a positive effect on career decision-making self-efficacy and assertiveness. Hence, it is recommended that educational policymakers offer specialized and professional training as a foundational element to facilitate the success of preschool education candidates in their chosen career paths.