I'm trying to figure out what kind of career would suit me after high school. Does anyone know of any free career tests or job quizzes designed for high school students that I could take now to help with future college and job decisions?
Yes, there are quite a few career aptitude tests available online at no cost that can help high school students like you explore potential career paths.
One popular platform is the O'NET Interest Profiler. This tool, sponsored by the U.S Department of Labor, is designed to help students in their career exploration journey. After you answer a series of questions about what kind of work activities you might enjoy or find interesting, it generates a list of careers that might fit your responses.
Another useful platform is Truity's Holland Code Career Test. This is a brief, free quiz that provides insights on your interests and how they might correlate to various career paths and occupations.
Lastly, the Princeton Review's Career Quiz is a quick and easy tool that uses a methodology called Dr. John Holland’s theory of career choice to suggest potential career paths based on your preferences and interests.
Just keep in mind, while these tests offer helpful indicators, they’re only a starting point. It's also a good idea to seek guidance from school counselors, teachers, parents, and professionals in fields you're interested in. Pursuing internships, job-shadowing opportunities, or relevant extracurricular activities can also provide valuable hands-on experience to help determine what careers might be a good fit for you.
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