Self-assessment is one important step in your career decision-making process. It encourages you to look inward and discover more about yourself. Different tools measure different aspects of you and so consider using several tools rather than just one or two.

The five major areas of self-assessment are:

Counselors and other career professionals can help you determine which assessments would be best for you and your situation. You may also want to meet with them to discuss your results in more detail.