Career Tests
Career Tests That Help You Find the Right Career
Your career should match your unique strengths, values, and aspirations. At Career Analysts, we provide scientifically based career tests designed to uncover the career paths best suited for you.
Unlike generic online tests, our career tests are rooted in over 60 years of expertise and are interpreted by qualified Occupational Psychologists. Through in-depth psychometric assessments, we help teenagers, graduates, and professionals unlock their potential and make informed career decisions.
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Who Are Our Career Tests For?
Our career tests are tailored for individuals at all stages of life.
Our career tests are designed for individuals at all stages of life. Whether you are just beginning to explore your options or considering a new direction, our tests provide tailored insights to help you make confident decisions about your future.
Our career tests are not one-size-fits-all. They are tailored to your unique stage in life and provide actionable insights to help you achieve your goals.
Teenagers & School Leavers
Choosing the right A Levels, degree, or early career path can feel overwhelming.
Our career tests help teenagers:
- Understand their strengths and interests.
- Explore options that align with their personality and values.
- Make informed choices about the next steps in their education or career.
Twenties: Graduates & Young Professionals
The transition from education to the working world is a critical time for career decisions.
For graduates and young professionals, our career tests provide:
- Clarity on which career paths best match their skills and interests.
- Guidance to reassess and refine their career goals.
- Insight to help them navigate the first steps of their professional journey with confidence.
Over-Thirties & Mid-Career Professionals
For those seeking a career change, retraining, or greater fulfillment in their work, our tests are invaluable.
They help professionals:
- Identify transferable skills and explore new opportunities.
- Assess which roles align with their current priorities and lifestyle circumstances.
- Gain clarity and confidence to pursue a meaningful and rewarding career.
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Not All Career Tests Are Created Equal
You may have come across online career tests that take just a few minutes to complete and provide a generic, computer-generated report. While these tests may seem convenient, they lack depth and provide insights that are often too superficial to guide life-changing decisions.
At Career Analysts, we offer something entirely different.
Why Our Career Tests Stand Out
- In-Depth and Rigorous: Our career tests include five hours of psychometric assessments, scientifically designed to provide meaningful and actionable results.
- Professionally Interpreted: Every test is analysed by a qualified Occupational Psychologist, ensuring accurate and personalised recommendations.
- Proven and Trusted: Backed by over 60 years of experience, our career testing has helped three generations of individuals make confident career choices.
This is not just a career test; it is a proven, science-based method that has helped thousands of clients unlock their potential and discover fulfilling career paths.
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What Is a Career Test?
A career test, also known as a psychometric test, is designed to measure who you are and how you think.
The term “psychometric” comes from the Greek: psycho (mind) and metric (measuring).
Our career tests assess:
- Your personality traits and behavioural patterns.
- Your interests and motivations.
- Your reasoning abilities (verbal, numerical, abstract, mechanical).
- Your work values and beliefs.
- Your practical needs (e.g. location, family, finances).
Together, this creates a complete profile that helps us recommend career paths specifically suited to you.
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What Our Career Tests Measure
To guide you toward the right career, our psychometric tests assess five critical areas of your profile. Together, these areas provide a complete understanding of who you are and the career paths that will bring you the most satisfaction and success.
Interests
What subjects or activities genuinely excite you? A fulfilling career should inspire and motivate you. We explore your passions to identify roles that align with your natural curiosity and enthusiasm.
Personality
Are you detail-oriented or a big-picture thinker? Do you thrive working independently, or do you enjoy collaboration? By understanding your personality traits, we can recommend roles that suit your behavioural strengths and preferences.
Values & Beliefs
What matters most to you in a career? Whether you prioritise purpose, ethics, flexibility, or stability, your values are the foundation of long-term career satisfaction. We ensure that the career paths we recommend align with what you truly care about.
Abilities & Aptitudes
We measure your reasoning skills across different domains, including verbal, numerical, abstract, and mechanical reasoning. These tests reveal your natural talents and strengths, helping us match you to careers where you can excel and feel confident.
Practical Constraints
Your career must work for your life. We take into account real-world factors such as location, family, finances, health, and desired work-life balance. This ensures that the recommendations are not only ideal for your skills and interests but also realistic for your circumstances.
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A Personalised Step-by-Step Career Advisory Process
Our career testing process is designed to provide you with a clear and personalised roadmap to discover the career paths that best suit your strengths, interests, and goals. Unlike quick online quizzes, our process is thorough, evidence-based, and guided by qualified Occupational Psychologists.
Here is what to expect:
Complete Your Psychometric Assessments
Professional Analysis and Career Research
One-to-One Consultation with an Expert
Receive Your Personalised Career Report
- Programme: New Career
Selina
Hi there,
I just want to thank you Leo, and if you can pass on my feedback to Sherridan – she was absolutely fantastic and took the time to explain everything to me and really going beyond just the career aspect of it 🙂
- Programme: New Career
Kate
Dear Leo and Sherridan
You will remember that Kate and I visited Sherridan at her home in February this year. You both asked to be kept informed of her progress.
I am delighted to be able to tell you that Kate secured a job on 19 March!
They are a lovely team and they have said they are so happy to have her, they really like her and she fits in very well. Likewise, she is loving the job, and most importantly it ticks all the boxes for her; ‘people skills, communication, information governance and attention to detail, very little travel cost, etc., etc. They told her at the interview that it’s a ‘job for life’ and so we told her to join the NHS pension scheme! In any event, I am sure that this could lead to other roles within the NHS in the future, if she got itchy feet.
Sometimes the missing piece of the puzzle just clicks into place perfectly. I am ecstatic. It has been so very hard for her, and her Dad and I. Most of all Kate has worked so hard for her achievements and she is conscientious and dedicated and deserves to be so happily employed.
Many thanks for your help and assistance along the way. It was very much appreciated.
Very best wishes to you both.
- Programme: Career Change
Cath
A belated thank you so much for your advice and support last week – and for the comments/tips below. It was an extremely useful session, well-tailored to my needs and has helped to structure and focus my thinking; It has also enabled me to feel more confident about preparing for/addressing interviews.
- Programme: Career Change
Aura Brooks
By far the best team I’ve ever worked with. They truly understood the look I was going for and completely nailed it! I would highly recommend them as a company, you simply just won’t find any better team!
- Programme: Career Change
Sophie
Some of the suggestions were things I had already thought of, but Mary had new ideas too + tried to wrestle with my myriad of issues! It’s been great for me to try and see why some ideas are no longer appealing (albeit work areas in which I have long-standing experience), and to have a really sound baseline of ideas for me to consider what I do next. Particularly useful was the discussion with Mary and the efforts she took to try and understand my circumstances. Her moral support for my current career / employment difficulties.
- Programme: Teenagers
Alex
Thank you very much for the report and the support that you have given Alex, she found her interview and report immensely useful and uplifting, just what she needed.
- Programme: Teenagers
Tallulah
The best parts were finding out about my strengths and weaknesses and the analysts if my personality helped me to find out what I might find fulfilling/rewarding out of a career. Also the recommendations of career paths and just parts where it was recognised whether or not a certain aspect of a career would suit me, e.g working in a team.
- Programme: New Career
Paul
I just completed your feedback questionnaire and put ‘extremely’ in every answer. Thanks for everything I feel much clearer now. Great service.
- Programme: Career Change
Mark
I just wanted to say thank you to you and your team for a really worthwhile, informative and thought provoking day. I felt as though some light started to appear at the end of a tunnel.
- Programme: New Career
Melissa
Career Analysts made me think about all of my needs from a job and what kind of skills I have. The Psychologist/career counsellor was very warm and friendly, made an effort to understand me and made me feel I have lots of choices. I’m now considering very different options to the ones I was considering before I came.
- Programme: Career Change
Andrew
The Career Analysts’ experience was useful in confirming what should be my first step in making a positive career adjustment. The Occupational Psychologist was very easy to talk to; a very relaxed session. Honest and realistic about the current job market/climate.
- Programme: Career Change
Pippa
Hi Leo, Many thanks for the report, it’s been really helpful. Thanks.
- Programme: Career Change
Casper
The Occupational Psychologist was very perceptive about my personality.
- Programme: Career Change
Harry
Generally this was an excellent day! The Occupational Psychologist was a very intelligent, confident, interesting person. I really enjoyed our conversation.
- Programme: Teenagers
Sophie
I just wanted to say thank you to yourself, Sheridan and Leo for the help which you provided to Sophie. It enabled her to find a way through to the next stage and she has applied to study Liberal Arts at university as that does seem to be a good fit for her and something that she will very much enjoy. She’s had a couple of offers through and now just needs to get her grades! I don’t have Sheridan’s or Leo’s email addresses so please pass this message on to them. Thanks again. Michelle.
- Programme: New Career
Gabrielle
Following my consultation with Mary last week I have to say a huge thank you to you both.
Mary covered all of the career options I had raised and provided extremely helpful career and personal advice over an unexpected 3 hour session!
She really seemed to understand what I was needing to get out of the consultation and I have taken away some valuable things about myself that I hadn’t realised or was reluctant to accept about myself prior to the session.
I now have a better understanding as to the type of career that would be suited to me and now it’s a case of working out which one I want to pursue.
The consultation has provided me with valuable insight about myself so thank you again to everyone at Career Analysts.
- Programme: New Career
Simon
Hi Leo, thank you for emailing me a copy of my report, I have had a good look and am very happy with its contents. I have found the process of Career Analysts thoroughly enjoyable and highly motivating. I have already begun to implement some changes in my life which are starting to reap benefits and open up new opportunities along the way. I feel that the type of information I was given following the assessment of my test results and the life skills interview with Sherridan is an opportunity that everyone should be afforded.
It seems an almost natural step to take between school and further education and I know that I would have certainly benefitted from this process at that stage in my life, but that said, I am not about to let 15 years get in the way of my goals now. Please pass on my kindest thanks to Sherridan for giving me the opportunity to see my true potential and for being so understanding when she listened to my ramblings surrounding my life thus far and the accident. Many thanks again to you both.
- Programme: Teenagers
Max
Belatedly thank you to you and your colleagues for your work with our son Max. It was very insightful for us as parents and we felt Max was very well held In the process. As and when he is ready, we may come back to you for more help, but he isn’t there as yet.
- Programme: Teenagers
Alexander
Dear Leo,
Good afternoon,
I found my career analysis report from the 7th of September 2000 (I was 17 at the time). I would like to thank Dr Alexis Hallam for such an accurate and insightful assessment. I am now working in wildlife conservation in Asia. Although not consciously, I am pretty sure the results of the Career Report helped build my confidence in pursuing my dreams and putting in the work needed to achieve them. Furthermore, Dr Hallam’s secondary assessment of training as a physical therapist has turned out to be extremely accurate as well, a field for which I have developed a significant interest over the past decade as I have taken up a number of new sports. Thank you again.
Best regards
Alexander
- Programme: Teenagers
Robert
Just a quick note to thank you again for all your help and to let you know I have been offered a place at Aston Business School so coming to see you last summer was most definitely the catalyst I needed to improve my prospects.
- Programme: Career Change
Sophie
I haven’t had a chance to go through the official feedback process yet. I will though, but meanwhile must say how pleased I am with Mary’s report. It’s been such a helpful process and I’m delighted with the advice she has offered. I shall follow through with the proper feedback process ASAP.
- Programme: New Career
Helen
Just been clearing out ahead of moving house, and found a report that I commissioned from you back in 1994! I was only 2 years past graduating from my masters and feeling a bit frustrated….
Anyway, it is a very interesting read, and I wondered whether you ever follow up to see where your clients end up in their careers? The psychologist that I saw was Alexis Hallam, but probably not with you now?
Anyway, let me know if you want me to send you a copy of the report and maybe a copy of my current CV as a case study…..
- Programme: Career Change
Amy
I feel that I have taken the first steps to changing my career to do something I have always wanted to do and I appreciate all the help that you gave me, particularly my discussions with the Occupational Psychologist. Without that day I doubt that I would have had the confidence to make the necessary changes, or even able to sort out the options available to me. Now, I feel I have had a new lease of life and I am thoroughly enjoying it.
- Programme: Teenagers
Lainey
I’m writing to say how impressed we were with your career guidance for my daughter Lainey, and to request your assistance with our younger daughter Gabriella. She is nearly 14 and has to choose her GCSE subjects but is really struggling – she’s only got three option slots but wants to do six subjects, which school will not allow her to do. She’s getting 8s and 9s for every subject (apart from PE, which I’m not bothered about! ) and she would really appreciate some help in choosing her direction of study. Can you help?
- Programme: Teenagers
Alexandra
Thank you very much for the report and the support that you have given Alex, she found her interview and report immensely useful and uplifting, just what she needed.
Client Success Stories
Career Advice Trusted Across Generations
For over 60 years, Career Analysts has helped thousands of people make life-changing career decisions. From teenagers and graduates to mid-career professionals, our psychometric career tests have guided individuals toward fulfilling roles that align with their strengths, values, and goals.
Many of our clients recommend us to their families, and we are proud to have worked with three generations to create lasting career success.
Whether it is helping a teenager select the right A Levels, guiding a graduate into their first job, or supporting a professional seeking a career change, our personalised process has transformed lives.
Are These the Same Tests Recruiters Use?
Designed for You, Not the Job
Psychometric tests are widely used by recruiters to match candidates to specific roles. These tests help employers evaluate whether someone has the skills, aptitude, and personality traits required for a particular position.
At Career Analysts, while the tests we use share the same scientific rigor, our approach is entirely different. Recruiters use these tests to fit people into predefined roles, but we use them to find roles that fit you.
Our career tests focus entirely on you as an individual, assessing:
- Your strengths and abilities, to highlight where you naturally excel.
- Your values and aspirations, to ensure your career aligns with what matters most to you.
- Your personality traits, to match roles that suit your work style and preferences.
Instead of matching you to a job description, we create a detailed profile of who you are and recommend career paths that are personally fulfilling. This client-focused process is what sets us apart, at Career Analysts, your future is our priority.
Why Our Tests Are Interpreted by Psychologists
Career tests are only valuable if interpreted correctly. That is why every test at Career Analysts is reviewed by a qualified Occupational Psychologist.
Our psychologists hold both a BSc in Psychology and an MSc in Occupational Psychology, giving them the expertise to analyse your results and provide actionable advice. They transform your test data into a meaningful profile of your abilities, personality, and potential, helping you identify career paths that align with your strengths, values, and goals.
With professional analysis at the core of our process, we ensure your results lead to clear and confident career decisions.
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Book Your Career Test Today
Take the first step toward a fulfilling career with our personalised career testing process. Whether you’re a student deciding on your future, a graduate searching for direction, or a professional looking to make a change, our expert guidance can help you uncover the career that’s right for you.
With over 60 years of experience and the expertise of qualified Occupational Psychologists, we’ve helped thousands of individuals find clarity and confidence in their career choices.
Start your journey today by booking your career test. Your future is waiting, let us help you make the most of it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should take a Career Analysts career test?
Our career tests are suitable for anyone at a crossroads in their career journey. This includes:
- Students selecting A Levels, degrees, or courses.
- Graduates seeking clarity on their career path.
- Professionals considering a career change or looking to progress within their field.
If you’re unsure about your next step, our career tests can help you make confident, informed decisions.
How long does the career testing process take?
The entire process typically takes around five hours to complete, including the psychometric assessments. Once completed, you’ll have a one-to-one consultation with a qualified Occupational Psychologist, followed by a comprehensive written report.
Are the tests suitable for mid-career professionals?
Yes. Many of our clients are professionals seeking to retrain, switch careers, or find better alignment between their work and personal values. Our career tests provide tailored recommendations to help you navigate your next steps with confidence.
Do I need to prepare for the career tests?
No preparation is required! The assessments are designed to measure your natural abilities, personality, and work preferences. Just ensure you have a quiet space and enough time to complete them without interruptions.
How are the career tests different from free online quizzes?
Our career tests are based on scientifically validated psychometric assessments, interpreted by qualified Occupational Psychologists. Unlike generic online quizzes, our tests provide in-depth insights and tailored career recommendations specific to your profile.
What types of careers can the tests recommend?
Our career tests are not limited to any specific industries or job types. They’re designed to match you with careers across a wide range of fields, from creative industries to technical roles, corporate positions, and even entrepreneurial paths. The recommendations are tailored to your unique profile.
Can the tests help if I’m unhappy in my current job?
Are the results guaranteed to lead to a successful career?
While we can’t guarantee outcomes, our process provides you with the tools and insights needed to make informed career decisions. By understanding your strengths and values, you’ll have a clear direction and greater confidence in your choices. Success ultimately depends on how you act on the recommendations.
How personalised is the advice I’ll receive?
The advice you receive is completely tailored to you. Our Occupational Psychologists interpret your test results, taking into account your unique abilities, personality traits, and aspirations to provide career advice that’s specific to your goals and circumstances.
Can I take the tests remotely?
Yes, the entire testing process can be completed online from the comfort of your home. After the assessments, your one-to-one consultation with an Occupational Psychologist will also be conducted remotely via video call, ensuring a seamless and convenient experience.