A.1 Identify occupational interests, aptitudes, and abilities

After mastering A.1, students should be able to answer the following questions:

  • How should you go about planning your perfect job for the future?
  • What are occupational interests and why are they important?
  • How can you identify your interests as they relate to career decisions?
  • What is a career interest inventory?
  • What is an aptitude?
  • How are aptitudes measured?
  • What are some areas measured by aptitude tests?
  • How can knowing about your aptitudes help you to choose an appropriate career?
  • What are abilities?
  • Why is it important to know your abilities when you are choosing a career?