Discrete Choice Experiment 2: Training Preferences

This dataset presents the results from a survey administered to 342 respondents who participated in the second Discrete Choice Experiment (DCE) survey conducted between December 2023 and February 2024. These participants, recruited from a longitudinal survey cohort, provided insights into their preferences and experiences regarding job search training and employment assistance programs.

The survey examined respondents' perceptions of various employment programs, including job search training, career counselling, and vocational training options. Participants evaluated the importance and satisfaction levels of these programs, as well as their outcomes in terms of skill development and re-employment opportunities. A stated preference component required respondents to choose between hypothetical job and training scenarios that varied in attributes such as course delivery mode, financial support, and expected earnings impact.

The dataset is designed to provide a nuanced understanding of labour market dynamics, highlighting preferences for job training programs with a mix of practical and classroom learning, short course durations, and financial support. Respondents exhibited strong preferences for face-to-face learning and expressed a willingness to invest in training that promised substantial future earnings growth.

This dataset captures comprehensive data on employment preferences and the perceived effectiveness of assistance programs, offering valuable insights into strategies for enhancing labour market outcomes and designing effective re-employment initiatives.