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Self Efficacy Paper

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The career decision-making self-efficacy (CDMSE) assessment, evolved from Albert Bandura’s theory of self-efficacy (Betz & Taylor, 2001). The CDMSE test results, considers one’s confidence level as it pertains to education progress and career development (Betz & Taylor, 2001). Bandura speculated there is a strong relation between one’s ability to become successful and exercise competency, with the amount of confidence and the extent to which one perceives themselves as capable (Behrend & Howardson, 2015). Personally, this theory supports what I have found to be true with education and life experience. I felt the short form CDSME was an interesting test and could be very beneficial for high school and college age students. Additionally, it may apply to those going back to school later in life or for a career change. I was not surprised by my results. I contemplated if I would have answered questions differently when I was in my early 20’s and am sure my score would have been dissimilar. I have had many years to develop confidence, make mistakes and increase my ability to take control of many situations. …show more content…

The 5 main areas of competency are: 1) accurate self-appraisal, 2) gathering occupational information, 3) goal selection, 4) plans for the future and 5) problem solving (Betz & Taylor, 1983). One item I had less confidence in was the interview process. Being that I have only had one formal interview in my life so far, I feel I would role-play with another person for practice to increase my confidence level. I don’t know how much the CDMSE would help those in my age bracket, (over 50), but if one did not have clear ideas about some of these areas it would give them the opportunity to become more knowledgeable and feel more

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