Last post we took a look at Holland codes, the tool for sorting and categorizing occupations based on interests.
So, how do you figure out your Holland code?
You can do if for FREE here. Be warned though: the results will be directional and may not be completely accurate.
To take a full blown Interest Inventory contact a Career Counselor who is certified to administer the Strong Interest Inventory (R).
In Canada, I recommend my colleague Dana at Ripple Dynamics.
In the US, contact Patrick Kerwin at Kerwin and Associates.
Now, back to Holland Codes and YOUR interesting career.
When you take the Strong (R), you will receive a detailed report listing your top 3 Holland codes. That 3 code combination can be used to find careers in the Dictionary of Occupations.
For example, my 3 letter combination is AIS – Artistic, Investigative, and Social. That means a career in a field that revolves around Ideas/People/Technical will most intrest me. Is it any wonder that I have been a programmer, Systems analyst, and love research.
Okay, so you’ve taken a Free test and can’t afford to take the full blown Strong (R), what do you do?
First, Google the phrase "Holland codes" and take a look at some of the 10,000+ sites that show up.
Read about your codes. Many sites will list occupations that match your codes.
Attend to the occupations that really catch your interest.
Then use Google to find information on the top 3 occupations.
Find out what fits and doesn’t.
Write a list of all the things that appeal.
This list will form part of your Creative Career Profile.
