Discover Your Ideal Career
- Easy to use
- The career quiz is designed to be straightforward and easy to complete, making it accessible for high school students.
- Focusses on interests
- The quiz integrates Holland’s Theory of Career Choice, a widely adopted framework for career counseling.
- Detailed recommendations
- The results provide comprehensive details about each occupation, enabling you to make well-informed career decisions.
- Tried and tested
- Our quiz is built on the O*NET system, a comprehensive database created by the U.S. Department of Labor, and has been utilised by millions for career development and planning.
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Frequently asked questions
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Study Start is an education technology platform based in Cape Town, South Africa, designed to help prospective students navigate their education journey by providing information about qualifications and careers.
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The career quiz works by asking you a series of questions about your preferences and interests. It integrates data from the O*NET system and Holland’s Theory of Career Choice to match you with suitable careers. The quiz is easy to complete and provides insights into careers that best fit your profile.
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The career quiz is designed for anyone looking to explore their career options, but it is particularly useful for high school students and recent graduates who are planning their future career paths. The quiz is simple and user-friendly, making it accessible to users of all ages.
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The career recommendations provided by the tried and tested O*NET system which was developed by the US Department of Labour, and based on Holland’s Theory of Career Choice. These sources are widely accepted and used around the world for career development and workforce planning.
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No, the career quiz on Study Start is not a formal psychometric assessment. While it incorporates elements of Holland’s Theory of Career Choice and data from the O*NET system to provide personalized career suggestions, it is designed to be a user-friendly and accessible tool for career exploration rather than a standardized psychological test. The quiz aims to help users identify careers that match their interests and preferences but does not provide a formal evaluation of psychological traits.
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You will get a year long access to the self-help platform, which includes the career quiz, career recommendations, qualifications directory, past exam papers and our premium video content.
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Currently, Study Start's services are tailored for students in South Africa. However, you can still use the career quiz and explore your career options.
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To get started with Study Start, simply sign up for an account and complete the payment step. From there, you can access our services and begin your educational journey with us.