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Psychometrics is the field of study concerned with the theory and technique of psychological measurement ,which includes the measurement of knowledge, abilities, attitudes and personality traits. The field is primarily concerned with the study of differences between individuals. FECHNER, the early German Psychophysiologist is known as the father of Psychometrics.
For career assessment carl jung “personality theory (jung meant that people were defined by their characteristics within the following four groups: Extroversion_Introversion, Sensing_ Intuition, Thinking _Feeling, Judging_ Perceiving.
Holland”s theory of career choice (RIASEC) Holland found that people needing help with career decisions can be supported by underesting their resememblence the six vocational personality types : Realistic[R] Investigative[I] Artistic[A] Social[S] Enterprising[E] Conventional [C]
Varks theory of career choice - The acronym VARK stands for VISUAL, Aural, Read / Write and Kinesthetic sensory modalities are used for learning information.
Howard Gardener's theory of multiple intelligencies. These multiple intelligencies range from the use of words, numbers, pictures, music, to the importance of social interactions, introspection, physical movement and being in tune and nature.
Daniel Goleman an American psychologist, who helped to popularize emotional intelligence. It has five elements : Self_awareness, Self_regulation, Motivation, Empathy, Socialskills
Generally for a career assessment any one or more combination in a psychometric concepts would be applied namely verbal,numeric,inductive,error check ,diagramatic and more importantly logical reasoning for effective career evaluation.
Career assessment is based on a scientific basis of using psychometric tests. So what is a psychometric test ? A psychometric test is a standardised test which includes series of questions intending to understand a candidates s suitabaility for a particular career.
So different psychometric tests are there which are used for career assessment. To assess the personality of a candidate, tests like Meyers Brigg Type indicator,Big 5 theory, 16 PF theory ,Jung s 8 personality type are used .Similarly to understand the interest of a candidate Hollands 6 occupational theme is used.To understand the learning style, Flemming Vark theory and Goleman s 5 element is used to understand the EQ/ EI of the candidate.
There are other different psychometric tests which are used to understand the skills and abilities of a candidate . Here Howard Gardner multiple intelligence tests, DBDA (David s Battery of Differential Ability) and DAT(Differntial Aptitude test) are used for career assessment.
Generally the career assessments are based on these scientific and standardized tests as these gives a clear and measureable data to determine a candidates suitablity for a particular career path.
Psychometric Test is a scientific tool used by career counsellors to understand one s interest, skills, personality, strength & weakness with accuracy.
Below mentioned theories are widely used by career experts.
1) Myers Briggs Type Indicator - Personality test 2) Holland Codes - Career Interest. RIASEC
Along with the above assessment Top counsellors perform the following tests & Equip candidate with 5D Career Assessment Report.
1) Personality Analysis 2)Career motivator Analysis 3) Career Interest 4)Learning Style 5) Skills & Abilities
Based on this report most suitable career path is determined to reach their dream career
Several theories have been used to design psychometric tests used for career guidance. And all the theories are widely accepted: one is Holland theory, another is Jung's theory of personality types. Another common theory is Big five personality traits. So it is not uncommon to see different types of tests being used in different places.
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