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Linking Assessment Outcomes to Career Paths

Linking Assessment Outcomes to Career Paths

Now that you understand your results, it's time to explore how they relate to potential careers.

Matching Interests to Careers

  • Use the career suggestions provided in your assessment report as a starting point
  • Explore O*NET (onetonline.org) to find careers matching your interest profile
  • Remember that many careers can satisfy a particular interest area

Career Clusters and Interest Patterns

  • Understand how your interests relate to broader career clusters
  • Example: High "Investigative" and "Realistic" scores might point towards STEM fields

Considering the Whole Picture

  • Interests are just one factor in career choice
  • Also consider:
    • Your skills and aptitudes
    • Your values and work preferences
    • Job market demand and growth prospects

Exploring Suggested Careers

  • Research suggested careers:
    • Typical job duties
    • Required education and skills
    • Work environment
    • Salary ranges and job outlook
  • Look for emerging careers that might not be directly listed but align with your interests