Find out what career assessments really mean. . . Career assessment tools can help you understand yourself and the world better by allowing you to match your interests and skills to the real-life world of employment. These tools include: • The Strong Interest Inventory; • The Campbell Interest and Skill Survey; • The Self-Directed Search; • Computer and Internet career guidance programs; and • Card sorts. These assessment tools can help get you started on your road to the future. Whatever career you choose, you'll need education, experience. . . and the core qualities of a good character. As you look toward the world of work, Career Assessments & Their Meanings can help you make a realistic plan based on character issues, career requirements, and your own unique talents and interests.