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Career and vocational assessment

For teens and adults

Finding work that fits is one of the most hopeful things a person can do. A vocational assessment brings together your interests, abilities and the way you work best, and turns them into realistic options.

For more answers to common questions, see Career and vocational questions, answered.

Graduates throwing their caps in the air

You might be noticing

  • Uncertainty about college majors or career paths
  • A job that no longer fits, or a return to work after a change
  • Wanting a plan that works with ADHD, autism or a learning difference

What a full assessment includes

The exact steps depend on age and the questions being asked. Your provider will walk you through the plan before testing begins.

  1. 1

    Interests and values

    What energizes you, and what you want your work to mean.

  2. 2

    Aptitudes and skills

    Strengths measured, not guessed.

  3. 3

    Work style

    Environments and routines where you're most likely to thrive.

  4. 4

    A practical roadmap

    Clear options and next steps reviewed with you in person.

Wondering what a full evaluation might show?

Every person is different, and so is every evaluation. Tell us what you're noticing and we'll help you decide whether a closer look makes sense.

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