Making important decisions that will affect your future can be stressful, if not downright overwhelming. Luckily, however, help is at hand. CPS offers Major Decision to help KSU students find satisfying college majors and careers about which they can be passionate. The Strong Interest Inventory® assessment is the perfect career tool to help you decide on the right major and what steps to take after graduation.  Knowing and making informed decisions based on your interests can help you achieve greater success in your college career and find a career path that is enjoyable and fulfilling.

Benefits Major Decision:

  • A professional-led workshop utilizing the Strong Interest Inventory (SII)
  • Career exploration led by CPS professional staff
  • Identify career fields and occupations you would likely find rewarding
  • Choose a major that reflects your interest
  • Discover potentially satisfying work environments

Major Decision is available to all KSU Students currently enrolled and taking classes for Spring 2022.  Students will take the SII assessment prior to attending a workshop or indiviudal appointment where they will receive their results. Workshops will be offered virtually via MS Teams for spring semester.

There is a $25.00 fee and registration is required.  The fee includes the cost of the test, report, and professional guidance.  

register for an assessment

After you register, you will receive a confirmation email with a website link.  You will take the Strong Interest Inventory (SII) assessment from the comfort of your home.  Results will come to the CPS office.  You will receive an email about upcoming workshops where you can receive your assessment results.  Our workshops will be conducted virtually using Microsoft Teams. If the workshop dates and times conflict with your class schedule, let us know and we will schedule you an individual counseling appointment to discuss your assessment results.  

Major Decision is available to all KSU Students currently enrolled and taking classes for Spring 2022.  

More about the Strong Interest Inventory

The Strong Interest Inventory® instrument is a powerful tool that can help you make satisfying decisions about your career and education. Whether you are just starting out in your career, thinking about a change, or considering education options for career preparation, you can benefit from the wealth of information reflected in your Strong results.

Understanding your Strong Profile can help you identify a career focus and begin your career planning and exploration process. Keep in mind that the Strong measures interests, not skills or abilities, and that the results can help guide you toward rewarding careers, work activities, education programs, and leisure activities—all based on your interests. As you and our counselor review your Profile, remember that managing your career is not a one-time decision but a series of decisions made over your lifetime. 

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Georgia Career Information System (GCIS)

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YouScience Career Discovery Tool

 A self-guided exploration utilizing a career self-assessment tool. Discover your career aptitudes and how they line up with various occupations. Learn how to put language to your strengths when creating a resume. Students must schedule an appointment with their Career and Internship Advisor for access.  Learn more at Career Planning and Development. 

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