Academically how a child is performing is not a true indicator of his performance. We perform in an occupation as per our level of aptitudes. And to have true knowledge of one’s aptitude; the only way is, scientific assessment of it. Knowledge of one’s true abilities is very important to ensure that what we are planning career wise for our future is suitable or not.
Understanding this need the department of Psychology of GGDSD College, Sector 32, Chandigarh under the guidance of a registered counselor Dr Tarun Deep Kaur organized a free Career Guidance and Counselling session for the students of Class X and XII from 14th to 23rd februrary 2013. The Career & Guidance Week started from14th February with registration of 162 students of classes X and XII from Chandigarh, Mohali and nearing cities like Ambala etc.On 16th February these students were psychologically tested on areas like aptitude, interest, IQ and personality. Results of these tests were further prepared as detailed Career reports thus offering an insight to all students who were seeking professional guidance regarding desirable and feasible career options available for them after their respective classes. These reports were shared with students through individual counseling sessions along with a Career Exhibition which was organized and gave information to students about all upcoming and possible career avenues open to them.