Major and Career Fitness Test

 

Are you ready to commit to a major or a career?

Mark each of the following statements as TRUE or FALSE. Check the answer that is closest to what you believe about yourself today.

Self-Assessment
You need to understand who you are, and what your strengths and weaknesses are, before you can make effective career decisions.

 
Step 1 - Self assessment
  
   
True
False
1

I have listed my personal strengths and weaknesses.

   
2

I have identified my values, characteristics, and attitudes.

   
3

I have identified and understand my learning style.

   
4

I have reviewed the three job paths.

    
5

I know how my major relates to my future career plans.

    
 
Total for each column:
    

Research Your Options
Have you taken the time to research your career options?

 

Step 2 - Researching a career

  
   
True
False

1

I am certain about the types of work that I could perform well.

   

2

I know what people do in the occupations in which I am interested, and the level of training that is required.

   

3

I have examined current job listings to see if there are jobs both in and out of my field that interest me.

   

4

I have interviewed two or more people in the occupations that interest me.

    

5

I have researched the future demand for this profession, and know what the usual salary range is.

   

6

I understand that most people change careers many times in their lives, and changing my mind is OK.

   

 

Total for each column:

    

INTERPRETING YOUR SCORES:
Ideally you answered all statements as “True” for each of the sections. Most people find that there are a few areas that they need to learn more about.

If you scored less than 3 out of 5 for any of the sections, you will benefit from a little review work.