CAREER TESTS & INTEREST SURVEYS

SELF-ASSESSMENT

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in the Career Library
on this topic

TypeFocus Careers

You must login to UCareerLink and select TypeFocus from
the Career Resources menu to access this test.

TypeFocus Careers is an on-line tool that is fun, easy to use and informative. This program will assess your personality type and lead you on a path of self-discovery. As you affirm and discover your career-related strengths and interests, you’ll become more aware of what career options are right for you. You do not need to meet with a career counselor to receive the results. However, professional advice on interpreting the results is always helpful. You will receive your report immediately after completing TypeFocus.

Current students and alumni who graduated less than one (1) year ago can access TypeFocus through the above link for free.

Career Liftoff Interest Inventory (CLII)

Career Liftoff (CLII) is a quick and easy on-line inventory that will assess your career interests and provide you with a detailed report. This report will help you in choosing a college major or choosing a career path. You do not need to meet with a career counselor to receive the results. However, professional advice on interpreting the results is always helpful. After you've completed the CLII you will receive your report within 1-2 business days.

Current students and alumni who graduated less than one (1) year ago can access Career Liftoff through the above link for free.

Strong Interest Inventory (SII)

The Strong Interest Inventory (SII) is a standardized, statistically reliable interest inventory. It is one of the most widely used and reliable career interest assessment available. To take it, you must contact your Career Services Counselor for a referral beforehand, and to receive the results afterwards. 

Your Strong Interest Inventory will generate a nine-page career interest report. The inventory has 317 questions and takes about 35-40 minutes to complete. The cost is $25.

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a unique self-assessment tool. Use the MBTI to learn about yourself and help you identify your "type". The MBTI has been used since 1943 and has been perfected through continual test research and development. Many, many millions of people have taken it and it takes about an hour.

To take it, you must contact your Career Services Counselor for a referral beforehand, and to receive the results afterwards.  The cost is $25.