Abstract:
Examination of the relationship between personality types (five-factor model and its relationship) and career
paths of TVET trainees in Kenya is critical. A correlational approach and regression analysis identified the
association and regression line connecting independent and dependent variables. The targeted respondents
were 1,007 individuals in seven purposely selected TVET institutions. A multi-stage random sampling method
was used to select 321 respondents from this population. Data collection tools were questionnaires for TVET
trainees and interview schedules for career masters/deans of students. The validity of the research tools was
evaluated, and reliability was tested using Cronbach's Alpha, resulting in scores of 0.754 for the personality
types Scale and 0.775 for the career paths Scale. Regression analysis indicated that the five personality Types
explained 19.1 % of the variance in career path choices. The study resulted in positive correlation coefficient
between the five major personality factors and career paths. The results showed statistically significant
differences in the levels of the five major personality factors and career paths. The findings are expected to
make available information on psychological characteristics underlying career paths for theory and practice
since the promotion of appropriate personality is necessary for all students of all educational levels.
