We evaluate here the experiences of doctors, pedagogues and vocational advisers in 2 years work with the Regulations of 5th August 1977 concerning aplication for apprenticeship and the General Directive of 5th August 1977 concerning regulations concerning application for apprenticeship. Timely checking of health requirements for a choice of career is shown to be advantageous for long term orientated careers, advised as early as in the 6th class, by the youth doctor. The form 'medical indications concerning choice of career' serves as an application document; it is completed by the youth doctor after a school-leaving medical examination in the 9th class. The appropriateness of the career is certified in this form by the relevant doctor. Experience shows that the choosing of a career proceeds without much problem where there is achieved a high level in the coordination of work between the child- and youth-health service, employment health service, school and the appropriate department of vocational training and vocational advice. This is especially the case for career advice to physically and psychologically disadvantaged school leavers, who require special support from society.
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