career Counselling
Careers based on CAREER INTEREST
Career interest test is basically a process of discovering / learning about one's like, dislike, interest, knowledge etc.relating to a particular activity / thing or a job title. Which is then is interpreted into his/her career interest.
Creative-words
A person with a high score in this career interest may have enjoyed english or other 'wordy' subjects, such as history,
at school. Their aim is to use words creatively or are drawn towards careers which in some way involve them with
information and communication. More structured and predictable careers arise in journalism or public relations. There
are other careers which are often suited to this area of preference, such as legal work and librarianship.
Finance & Management
People falling under this category generally like to work with people and ideas more than things. They Likes to lead
and persuade people. They like to sell, manage, and influence. They generally avoid activities that require careful
observation and scientific, analytical thinking. they are generally described as outgoing, optimistic, energetic,
ambitious, and sociable Examples: Salesperson, lawyer, Paralegal/Legal Assistant, politician, accountant, business
owner, executive or manager, travel agent, music or sports promoter etc.
Social
A social person generally like to work with people more than things. Likes to do things to help people -- like, teaching,
nursing, or giving first aid, providing information; generally avoids using machines, tools, or animals to achieve a goal.
They like helping people and solving their problems. Example: Teacher, nurse, coach, counselor, fitness trainer,
police officer, social worker, salesperson, customer service officer, waiter, secretary etc
Administrative
People under this career interest generally like to work with papers, numbers, records, or machines in a set, orderly
way; generally avoids ambiguous, unstructured activities. They prefer working indoors and at tasks that involve
organizing and being accurate, following procedures, working with data or numbers, planning work and events. They
are typically described as practical, careful, orderly and persistent
Creative (Arts & Design)
High score in this category indicates a person is imaginative and spontaneous. They have talent in one or more art
forms. They are usually described as an open, Creative, independent, emotional, impulsive and original. Likes to do
creative activities like art, drama, crafts, dance, music, or creative writing; generally avoids highly ordered or repetitive
activities. Examples: Actor, illustrator, photographer, songwriter, singer, instrument player, Choreographer, writer,
editor, hairdresser, fashion designer, Art Director, Graphic Designer, Animator, etc
Physical
A person showing interest in this area, prefers concrete tasks. They generally prefer to work with things than with
people. People under this category likes to work mainly with hands, making, fixing, assembling or building things,
using and operating equipment, tools or machines. Often likes to work outdoors. They like to make things. They like to
work alone. They have wonderful manual and mechanical skills. Examples:- Engineer, Pilot, farmer, horticulturist,
Medical Technician, armed services personnel, mechanic, Landscape architect, electrician, computer technologist,
sportsperson etc
Research
People falling under this category likes to work with abstract ideas and concepts more than with people or things.
They like to discover and research ideas, observe, investigate and experiment, ask questions and solve problems.
They are good at math & science and they have good observation skills. They really prefer to work independently.
Careers based on PERSONALITY
Although you behave in different ways, depending upon the Circumstances you are in or the people you are with, you nevertheless have a personality that remains identifiable. If this were not true, people would not be able to anticipate your reactions; the very fact that there are aspects of you which are predictable testifies to your personality.This is not to say that your personality will never change. It may well do so, especially if you make efforts to become aware of your potential and give yourself experiences which are developing.
PERSONALITY
Although you behave in different ways, depending upon the Circumstances you are in or the people you are with,
you never - The less have a personality that remains identifiable. If this were not true, people would not be able to
anticipate your reactions; the very fact that there are aspects of you which are predictable testifies to your
personality. This is not to say that your personality will never change. It may well do so, especially if you make
efforts to become aware of your potential and give yourself experiences which are developing. However, it seems
practical to take your personality as it is now in order to see how it may relate more successfully to one career
than another.
Imaginative/ Realistic
A LOW SCORE MEANS, YOU ARE IMAGINATIVE : Imaginative people are usually absorbed in thought, oblivious to
particular people and physical realities. -Their individuality may cause them to get rejected in group activities. - Even
though they come across as unconventional and unconcerned over every day matters, but they do possess positive
traits like being self- aware, self- motivated, highly creative and concerned with “essential’ rather then getting
engrossed in unnecessary matters
Calculative/ Enthusiastic
A LOW SCORE MEANS, YOU ARE CALCULATIVE : -People under this personality traits are stable, calm, composed
and take things as they come. -They have an inner desire to do a task in the most efficient and organised manner.
-They may sometimes appear dull or unresponsive in situations where quick response is required. - Jobs like actuary,
civil Engineer, metallurgist etc falls under this trait where a hardworking, careful and reliable person in required to
perform these jobs.
Introvert/ Extrovert
A LOW SCORE MEANS, YOU ARE INTROVERT : -People who falls under this personality trait are likely be very
specific and firm in their way of doing things. -They like working alone and avoid comprises of viewpoints. -These
people are also likely to be reserved, detached and aloof in their day to day life. - This kind of personality is useful for
jobs that require people to work in isolation or within a specific routine.
Submissive/ Dominant
A LOW SCORE MEANS, YOU ARE SUBMISSIVE : -They tend to keep matters to themselves, giving way rather than
arguing. -Easy to get along with. Often good team players. Accommodating and not easily annoyed. -May avoid
saying what is on their mind. Avoid confrontation. -Try hard to please. Cooperative, respectful and helpful."
Careers based on APTITUDE
Aptitude is an innate or for learning. An aptitude test is taken to determine a person's ability in a particular skill or field of studies. This test is divided into seven parts which it measures seven different abilities of a person such mathematical, verbal, mechanical etc.
Mathematical Ability Test (15-16 years age)
This test contains questions that test your knowledge of percentages, ratios,number sequences, data interpretation.
Numerical Reasoning is important for succeeding in careers such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering,etc
The ability to reason with numbers is also important in many occupations like bookkeeping, laboratory work, carpentry
and tool making.
Conceptual Reasoning Test (15-16 years age)
It is a non-verbal way of testing your reasoning ability. It tests how well an individual can reason with geometrical
patterns or design. This type of conceptual reasoning is important in courses and occupations that requires the ability
to see relations among objects in terms of their size, position, shape, and quantity. Examples include fields as
computer programming, car repair, drafting and mathematics.
Mechanical Reasoning Test (15-16 years age)
It measures the ability to interpret the basic mechanical principles of machinery tools and motion.Each item consists of
pictorially presented mechanical situation and simply worded question. Items require reasoning rather than special
knowledge. Those who do well in this test usually find it easy to learn how to repair and operate complex devices.
Verbal Ability Test (15-16 years Age)
Verbal ability tests tell us how well a student can understand and work with meaning, information and interpret from
the given text. This aptitude is useful in areas of work where words are used in analysis and in precision of
communication. Literary careers would demand this aptitude, as would education, legal work, business, journalism
and some areas of sciences.
Logical Thinking Test (15-16 years age)
Logical reasoning test includes broad categories questions ranging from time distance, seating arrangement, blood
relation etc. This aptitude test which measure a person’s problem solving ability. Logical ability is useful in many
careers but particularly required in careers that need significant problem solving ability or higher use of logic. Careers
under this includes Anthropologist, Business Consultant, Career Advisor, Forensic Psychologist, Doctor of Medicine
etc.
Visual Skills Test (15-16 years age)
This test requires you to hold an object in your mind, while also turning it upside down, around and pulling it out of
shape. The ability to do this is associated with success in the area of design, where a sense of shape and form would
obviously be required. Occupations in which an individual is required to imagine how an object would look if made
from a given pattern include art, clothing design, dentistry, drafting, carpentry and architecture
Speed & Accuracy Test (15-16 years age)
This is a test to see how quickly you can compare number combinations. The test items do not call for reasoning
skills, rather the emphasis is on speed. Good score in this test may indicate success in certain careers like technical,
scientific data and Routine clerical tasks such as filing or coding.
Writing Skills Test (15-16 years age)
This test measures the students ability to find errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation. The ability to spell is the
very basic skill required for many academic and vocational careers. High score in this test implies a possible success
in careers like teaching and writing.
Careers based on MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE
Multiple Intelligence is used to test the behaviour of an individual
Linguistic Intelligence
You are low in Linguistic Intelligence, which is a part of Howard Gardner's multiple intelligence theory that deals with
sensitivity to the spoken and written language, ability to learn languages, and capacity to use language to accomplish
certain goals. People with linguistic intelligence, such as William Shakespeare and Oprah Winfrey, have an ability to
analyze information and create products involving oral and written language such as speeches, books, and memos.
Potential Career Choices Careers you could dominate with your linguistic intelligence: Lawyer Speaker / Host Author
Journalist Curator
Musical Intelligence
You are low in Musical intelligence, which refers to the skill in the performance, composition, and appreciation of
musical patterns. People with musical intelligence, such as Beethoven and Ed Sheeran, have an ability to recognize
and create musical pitch, rhythm, timbre, and tone. Potential Career Choices Careers you could dominate with your
musical intelligence: Singer Composer DJ Musician
Logical-Mathematical Intelligence
You are below average in Linguistic Intelligence, which refers to the capacity to analyze problems logically, carry out
mathematical operations, and investigate issues scientifically. People with logical-mathematical intelligence, such as
Albert Einstein and Bill Gates, have an ability to develop equations and proofs, make calculations, and solve abstract
problems. Potential Career Choices Careers you could dominate with your logical-mathematical intelligence:
Mathematician Accountant Statistician Scientist Computer Analyst
Bodily-kinesthetic Intelligence
You are below average in Bodily kinesthetic intelligence, which is the potential of using one’s whole body or parts of
the body (like the hand or the mouth) to solve problems or to fashion products. People with bodily-kinesthetic
intelligence, such as Michael Jordan and Simone Biles, have an ability to use one’s own body to create products,
perform skills, or solve problems through mind–body union. Potential Career Choices Careers you could dominate
with your bodily-kinesthetic intelligence: Dancer Athlete Surgeon Mechanic Carpenter Physical Therapist
Interpersonal Intelligence
You are low in Interpersonal Intelligence, which is the capacity to understand the intentions, motivations, and desires
of other people and consequently to work effectively with others. People with interpersonal intelligence, such as
Mahatma Gandhi and Mother Teresa, have an ability to recognize and understand other people’s moods, desires,
motivations, and intentions. Potential Career Choices Careers you could dominate with your interpersonal intelligence:
Teacher Psychologist Manager Salespeople Public Relations
Intrapersonal Intelligence
You are below average in Intrapersonal intelligence, which is the capacity to understand oneself, to have an effective
working model of oneself-including own’s desires, fears, and capacities—and to use such information effectively in
regulating one’s own life. People with intrapersonal intelligence, such as Aristotle and Maya Angelou, have an ability
to recognize and understand his or her own moods, desires, motivations, and intentions. This type of intelligence can
help a person to understand which life goals are important and how to achieve them. Potential Career Choices
Careers you could dominate with your intrapersonal intelligence: Therapist Psychologist Counselor Entrepreneur
Clergy
Spatial Visual Intelligence
You are low in Spatial intelligence, which features the potential to recognize and manipulate the patterns of wide
space (those used, for instance, by navigators and pilots) as well as the patterns of more confined areas, such as
those of importance to sculptors, surgeons, chess players, graphic artists, or architects. People with spatial
intelligence, such as Frank Lloyd Wright and Amelia Earhart, have an ability to recognize and manipulate large-scale
and fine-grained spatial images. Potential Career Choices Careers you could dominate with your spatial intelligence:
Pilot Surgeon Architect Graphic Artist Interior Decorator
MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE BASED
Astronomer
Audiology Expert
Bacteriologist
Biologist
Botanist
Building Society Assistant
Bursar- school/college office
admin
Chemical Lab Expert
Chemical Technologist
Chemist
Clerk
Dermatologist
Dietician
Draughtsperson
Ecologist
Food Inspector
Forensic Pathologist
Forensic Psychologist
Laboratory Expert
Marine Biologist
Materials Scientist
Mathematician
Metallurgist
Neurosurgeon
Nuclear Physicist
Nutritionist
Operational Research analyst
Opthalmic Optician
Orthoptist
Pathologist
Pharmacologist
Photographer
Physicist
Radiographer
Recording Engineer
Surgeon
Zoologist
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