New entrants and their degree of autonomy when enrolling in a training program at DIEK Patras

The present paper investigates the degree of autonomy of new entrants in Patras Public Vocational Training Institute (PPVTI) during both their online and in-person registration at the beginning of the academic year 2020-2021. Considering that 66% of the sample accounts for candidate-trainees in emerging adulthood, the degree of their readiness to enroll at the institute is examined. This study has shown that age does not seem to play a role in either of the two stages of the enrollment process, while higher education affects positively autonomy in online enrollment. Also, the experience of studying in the same training institute contributes significantly to the implementation of in-person enrollment. Finally, it is worth noting that 15.5% of the applicants were accompanied by their parents when registering in person at PPVTI, even though they stated that they live alone or with friends.