The Economic Benefits of Guidance

This report presents the results of a literature review undertaken by the Centre for Guidance Studies (CeGS) on behalf of the Department for Education and Skills (DfES), Adult Opportunities Unit. It offers an initial assessment of the level of available evidence in relation to the economic benefits of guidance. Due to the limited timescale of the project, it does not represent an entirely comprehensive review; however, it does provide an analysis of relevant historical and contemporary data. Six key recommendations are made to inform policy developments at national, regional and local levels. In the final chapter, over forty research report summaries highlight the main focus of particular studies, key findings and additional comments