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What is a Career Aptitude Test?

A career aptitude test is a type of career quiz that measures your natural talents and abilities. Aptitude tests can be helpful when you are contemplating a career change or trying to discover new job opportunities. However, aptitude tests have their limits because they are focused primarily on skills, knowledge and tasks you perform. The results of an aptitude test will not necessarily tell you those jobs that will be most satisfying or interesting.

In contrast, career interest tests offer information about your orientation to different jobs, and can help you decide how to choose the best career for you. Some career interest tests focus on specific types of jobs or industries, and will test your likeliness of being drawn to a particular field of employment. The results will help you identify a career path tailored to fit your personality, such as sales, healthcare or finance. Both interest and aptitude testing can also point to specific jobs that may be a good match for you, such as administrative assistant, lawyer, accountant, or social worker.

If you are currently looking for a job, the knowledge you gain by taking a career interest test can be useful in creating a resume and in job interviews. With a deeper understanding of yourself, you will be able to highlight your unique abilities and connect the dots to career opportunities. If you are currently employed, a career interest test can help you identify potential areas of improvement so you can perform better on the job, improve your chances of promotion and create a more satisfying work environment.

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Which Career Test Should I Take?

If you want to know which careers best align with your interests and values, then you should probably take a career interest test, rather than an aptitude test. There are several types of interest tests available online, but their quality varies greatly. You should look for a test that is scientifically validated, which means it was developed according to the rules of the scientific method. A scientifically validated test will provide you with the in-depth information you need to make an important career decision. LiveCareer offers an online interest test that is scientifically validated, which has been taken by more than 5 million people.

Who Should Take a Career Interest Test?

Anyone who would like to learn about themselves, especially people who are:
  • interested in changing jobs or careers;
  • looking for a job and want to consider all their options;
  • curious about how their strengths apply to different careers;
  • returning to the workforce after an extended absence due to travel or raising a family; or
  • early retirees who are interested in finding rewarding ways of spending their time

Do I Need a Career Counselor to Take an Online Career Test?

Not necessarily. Someone specializing in career counseling can help you interpret the results of your test, but many people look at the report and interpret the results themselves.
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