Orientation assessment from 9th to 12th grade

Why conduct a "career assessment"?

Having your child complete a "career assessment" between 9th and 12th grade means supporting them during a decisive period when their choices will determine their academic and professional future. At this age, career decisions often involve long and costly studies, and require careful consideration. The "career assessment" helps them clarify their motivations, identify their talents, plan for suitable courses of study, and calmly prepare their Parcoursup application. It is also a way to reduce the stress associated with uncertainty, boost their confidence, and give meaning to their academic efforts.

Get to know yourself better to make choices that align with your personality
Explore different fields and careers based on your skills and values.
Developing a realistic and motivating career plan
Preparing your Parcoursup application
Gain confidence and motivation when facing deadlines

Testimonial from Marc, Hector's father

"When my son started high school, I felt that the choices ahead of him could have serious consequences. Higher education is a real investment, and I wanted him to move forward with confidence. The "career assessment" helped him better identify his strengths and desires and explore paths we hadn't thought of. Today, he seems more relaxed and, above all, more motivated, because he knows why he's working and where he wants to go."

The importance of the guidance project for Parcoursup

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Building a solid career plan is an essential step for success on Parcoursup. The "career assessment" is the first step in preparing your application: it helps students clarify their motivations, identify their strengths, and define a coherent career path. Faced with increasingly selective programs, a well-defined plan avoids default choices, boosts confidence, and enhances your application. It is a real springboard to higher education and a future you choose rather than endure.

How does the "orientation assessment" work?

Essential Package

Interview between the young person and a guidance counselor (1 hour)

Completion of 4 tests* (1.5 hours):

Test of the 32 figures of destiny,
RIASEC Interest Test,
Personality Test Preferences® for young people,
Study® Orientation Test.

Feedback meeting with test results.

Submission of a detailed written summary.

Essential + Package

Guided interview between the young person and a guidance counselor (1 hour)

Completion of 6 tests (2.5 hours):

Testing the 10 Sens® values,
Test of the 32 figures of destiny,
RIASEC Interest Test,
Personality Test Preferences® for young people,
Study® Orientation Test,
Gardner's multiple intelligences test.
Feedback on tests to the young person with three suggested paths (studies + careers) (1.5 hours),
Research on schools and training programs,
Selection of schools and training programs.

Presentation of the project to parents by the young person, with insights and explanations from the consultant (1.5 hours)

Submission of a detailed written summary with an action plan.

The free parent ebook.

* If a test has already been taken, it can be taken again to update the results based on the young person's progress.

🎁 Free Parent Ebook

The free parent ebook offers a series of questions and practical exercises to be done alone or as a couple. Its goal is to help parents question their own ideas about educational guidance, identify their biases or implicit expectations, and open themselves up to other perspectives. This perspective allows parents to support their children in a more relaxed manner, promoting listening, trust, and constructive dialogue about their choices for the future.

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The content of the summary

Presentation of the context of the "Orientation Assessment,"
Detailed test results,
The best fields of study to pursue after high school,
20 career ideas that could suit young people,
An action plan to validate the orientation project (subjects to work on, type of internship to be completed in ninth grade, extracurricular activities to focus on)

The benefits of the "Orientation Assessment" for parents

The "Orientation Assessment" reassures parents during a period that is often fraught with doubts and tensions. It allows them to ensure that their child is making informed choices that are aligned with their abilities and deep motivations. By investing in this assessment, they avoid costly mistakes associated with late career changes and support their child in a more fluid and coherent career path. It is also a way to share a common language with them, to better understand their aspirations, and to encourage them in a realistic project that offers a promising future and confidence.

The benefits for young people

For teenagers, the "career assessment" is a decisive step that promotes self-awareness, clarity, and motivation. It helps them identify their talents, values, and interests in order to build a plan that suits them. This work boosts their confidence and gives them solid guidelines for preparing for Parcoursup and their study choices. Young people can plan for the future with greater peace of mind, gain independence and maturity, and find meaning in their academic efforts. The assessment thus becomes a real springboard toward a chosen path rather than one that is imposed.

The essential supplement for 11th and 12th graders: Preparing your Parcoursup application

At ORIENTACTION, we offer a comprehensive service to help high school students put together their Parcoursup application. This support includes:

Writing your resume

And highlighting experiences, skills, and interests.

The cover letter

Tailored to the wishes expressed, clear, personalized, and convincing.

Preparing the eligibility file

The heart of the Parcoursup project .

Preparing for the oral exam

For training courses that require it.

The application file must reflect much more than just grades. It highlights the young person's career plans, their underlying motivations, and how their chosen studies fit into those plans. It must demonstrate maturity, the coherence of the proposed career path, as well asthecandidate'sindependence,commitment, and ability to invest in their education. A well-constructed application gives your child the best chance of getting into the program that suits them and preparing for their future with confidence.

Give new meaning to your professional life

Testimonials from young people receiving support

"I had no idea what I wanted to do in the future, and I would start to feel stressed whenever someone asked me that question. The 'career assessment' helped me better understand my strengths and discover careers that suit me. Today, I feel more motivated in class because I know how it can help me in the future."
Clara, Sophomore

"I already had some ideas about careers, but I didn't really know what to study. With the 'career assessment,' I was able to clarify my plans and, above all, start thinking about my future Parcoursup application. They showed me how to highlight my experiences and activities, even those outside of high school. It gave me confidence and a real sense of direction."
Jin, First

Parcoursup really scared me. I was afraid of making the wrong choices or not knowing how to sell myself. Thanks to the support I received, I worked on my resume and cover letter, and together we built a coherent plan. My application is solid, and I feel much more confident about the selection process.
Juliette, Senior

"The hardest part for me was explaining my motivations. I knew what I wanted to do, but I couldn't find the right words. With ORIENTACTION, we prepared my Parcoursup application step by step. I learned how to show my maturity and commitment, and that changed everything: I know that my application truly reflects who I am."
Leo, Senior

"I saw my friends already talking about their plans and I felt a little lost. The 'career guidance assessment' helped me discover what I really liked and start putting together a plan. We also started preparing my future Parcoursup application, and it reassured me to know that I would be ready when the time came."
Manon, First

Gardner's 10 intelligences test

Traditional education tends to value certain forms of intelligence over others, which can lead to some talents remaining unexplored.
This multiple intelligences test is designed to help you identify your strengths in these different areas.

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