Career Compass
Not which university — which profession? In 12 questions we analyze your aptitude (RIASEC) + values to match you to suitable professions among 3,500+ real ones in Germany.
This is not a psychological diagnosis — it is a profession discovery tool based on your aptitude + value profile.
Frequently Asked Questions about Career Compass
RIASEC methodology, BERUFENET data, and validity of the quiz
What is RIASEC and how does this tool use it? ▼
RIASEC (Holland Codes) is a validated career-interest model with 6 dimensions: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, Conventional. Our quiz scores your top 3 codes and matches them to real professions in Germany from our 3,500+ profession database.
Where does the profession data come from? ▼
Primary source: BERUFENET (Bundesagentur für Arbeit) — Germany's official labour market database. Salary ranges, training paths, and demand indicators are sourced from BERUFENET + DESTATIS national statistics.
How is this different from a regular career quiz? ▼
Most career quizzes give vague answers like "you should be a manager". We tie your profile to specific German labour market data — exact profession titles, training paths (Studium vs Ausbildung), salary expectations in Germany, and matching university programs.
Is the quiz scientifically validated? ▼
The RIASEC framework itself is validated (Holland, 1959; updated continually). Our specific 12-question implementation is calibrated against Holland's reference set but is a starter quiz, not a clinical assessment. For high-stakes career decisions, consult a vocational psychologist.
Can I save my career compass results? ▼
With a free account, your top 3 RIASEC profile and matched professions are saved to your dashboard. Anonymous users can copy the result URL — it embeds your scores and reconstructs the page when visited.