Vocational Assessments Flashcards
What is the SDS 2
The Self Directed Search
WHat is the SDS 2 for
It is an assessment designed to identify career interests and match them to suitable occupations and careers
When was the SDS 2 developed and by who
John Holland in 1985
What theory is the SDS 2 based on
That occupations and people fit into the following 6 categories R - Realistic I - Investigative A- Artistic S- Social E - Enterprising C - Conventional
Who can take the SDS
Anyone 15 and over
What reliablity does the SDS demonstrate
Sound
How is the SDS administered
It is self-administered online or in paper
Can the SDS be used in groups
Yes in small groups
What settings can the SDS be used in
Schools and other organisational settings
Is there an Australian version
Yes in 2012 common specialisations and occupations were used to update the SDS
What is the SII
The Strong Interest Inventory
What is the SII used for
It is used to aid career decision making by assessing individual interest across a broad range of categories. It then matches them up with compatable occupational, educational and leisure pursuits.
Who can the SII be used for
anyone 16 years and over
What theory is the SII based on
John Hollands theory of 6 personality types RIASEC
What is the BIS on the SII
The BIS is the Basic Interest SCale and it measures specific areas such as art, science, athletics, social sciences, sales and office management
