WorkKeys Job Profiling
WorkKeys Job Profiling is used to develop an accurate profile of the workplace skills and skill levels needed to perform a particular job. Employers can compare a job profile with an individual's skill profile to decide whether the individual meets the qualifications required for the job. Using a job profile, individuals can identify skills to strengthen in order to improve their employment opportunities or job performance.

Occupational profiles identify the skill levels required for an occupation across jobs, companies or industries. In occupational profiling, subject matter experts may come from different organizations and from related jobs in an occupation. Occupational profiles can be used to set instructional standards and develop curricula designed to help students meet the skill requirements of occupations. Professional organizations may also use occupational profiles to establish skill standards for an occupation.

WorkKeys Assessments
WorkKeys Assessments measure an individual's skills required for a particular job. Three key areas are assessed:

• Communication:
  Business Writing, Listening, Reading for Information, Writing
• Problem Solving:
  Applied Mathematics, Applied Technology, Locating Information, Observation
• Interpersonal Skills:
  Teamwork

WorkKeys is a national standard developed by ACT, Inc.
http://www.act.org/workkeys/index.html

For More Information:

Gail White
Program Manager
gwhite@pvcc.edu
434.961.5330