Discussion week 6 career 1

Discussion 1: Purpose of Career Assessment Tools

Due no later than Thursday 11:59 am (PST)

1a. Based on the background materials and your own research, explore the importance of using career assessment tools for clients during the initial phase of career development guidance. Elaborate on are the essential skills of a career counselor when explaining to a client about the outcomes of the career assessment tools.

1b. When assessing clients from diverse backgrounds, elaborate on what special considerations should be kept in mind when selecting a career assessment tool.

1c. After taking The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) (http://www.16personalities.com/), elaborate on your ratings on the various dimensions of The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). How well do you think the four-letter personality type (e.g., ESTJ) describes you? Elaborate on how the career you are currently considering fits with what you learned about yourself

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