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What people are saying...
"I found the WOWI training very useful. The WOWI is a time and cost effective instrument. I was very pleased to learn new ways to interpret WOWI profiles that provide a surprising breadth and depth of information. I highly recommend this training."
James McBay, M.A., MPH
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Kent, WA
"I found that the WOWI is an excellent vocational assessment tool especially for those who have no idea of what career path to choose. In the Vocational Rehabilitation Program that I work for, we give the WOWI assessment to individuals that range from high school to people who have been out of the workforce for some time. This tool has been beneficial in the planning process for a vocational goal for these individuals."
Jody Sliva
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Silverdale, WA
"The Level One workshop gave me a great fundamental understanding of the WOWI instrument and practical experience in interpreting assessment results. I was able to add it to my career fitness "toolbox" and successfully put it to use with clients right away. I'll definitely seek higher levels of training in the WOWI."
Kenny Edwards, M.A. SPHR
Manager, Learning & Development Services
Salt River Project
Phoenix, AZ
"I recently went through your WOWI training, here in the Seattle area. As a supervisor of 12 Counselors, I believe that this vocational test is an excellent tool for guiding our customers toward a more applicable vocational goal. This tool covers many aspects of the individuals' interests, aptitudes, preferences. I felt that the trainer had an expertise that made the training clear and helpful. Questions were addressed and applied to what we had learned. I learned about the intricate information that can be gleaned from this test and how it pertains to our customers in reference to employment and employment settings. I was very impressed and am encouraging all of my staff to attend the next WOWI training session."
Sunny Rivera, CRC
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Seattle, WA
"The WOWI training provided me with critical information, from tips on administration to a more in depth interpretation. I feel much more equipped to provide my clients with useful information about themselves and their future career choices. Thanks for a great training!
Chersten Keillor
Workforce Development
Rochester, MN
"WOW! The WOWI inventory is an extremely useful tool once you learn how to use it!" The World of Work Inventory (WOWI) was developed in the 1970's by Dr. Ripley, and has been researched and normed with thousands of individuals. CU-Boulder hosted a training session in July for about 30 individuals in the state. In the introduction, the facilitator discussed the three assumptions WOWI is based:
This inventory is a nice supplement to Strong and MBTI due to measuring aptitudes. The facilitator gives clear and meaningful ways to discuss the section, especially if it may become sensitive. He gives a simple formula to find what MAY be the most meaningful career arena for the client. In all honestly, I was not a big fan when I first saw the inventory and took it myself. Once trained, I found the test appealing and am excited to use it with my clients!"
Jodi Schneiderman, Counselor
CU-Boulder's Career Services
Boulder, CO
"The WOWI workshops are fantastic. Our professional staff repeatedly comment on how helpful the training was for them, and it's reflected in their comfort level using this valuable assessment tool."
John Tracy, District Manager
VESID
Utica, NY
"The presentation was complete and thorough. The speaker was enthusiastic and truly enjoyed presenting the material.
George Wilson, Director
Clover Park Technical College
Tacoma, WA
"The Workshop was very informative. The information received will assist me in using this tool with clients."
Tim Boehm, Voc Rehab Counselor
Prescott DES
Prescott, AZ
"Our staff's response to the workshop was enthusiastic praise. They were excited to go out and use this new tool to better help their clients."
Al Larson, Manager
Seattle DVR
Seattle, WA
"I have used several career assessment tools and am impressed with the WOWI. The detailed information in the WOWI provides a solid base for further career exploration with customers.
Bob Hayes
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Bellingham, WA
What people are saying...
Following is a handful of comments from
some recent participants about their WOWI Workshop experiences:
"I found the WOWI training very useful. The WOWI is a time and cost effective instrument. I was very pleased to learn new ways to interpret WOWI profiles that provide a surprising breadth and depth of information. I highly recommend this training."
James McBay, M.A., MPH
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Kent, WA
"I found that the WOWI is an excellent vocational assessment tool especially for those who have no idea of what career path to choose. In the Vocational Rehabilitation Program that I work for, we give the WOWI assessment to individuals that range from high school to people who have been out of the workforce for some time. This tool has been beneficial in the planning process for a vocational goal for these individuals."
Jody Sliva
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Silverdale, WA
"The Level One workshop gave me a great fundamental understanding of the WOWI instrument and practical experience in interpreting assessment results. I was able to add it to my career fitness "toolbox" and successfully put it to use with clients right away. I'll definitely seek higher levels of training in the WOWI."
Kenny Edwards, M.A. SPHR
Manager, Learning & Development Services
Salt River Project
Phoenix, AZ
"I recently went through your WOWI training, here in the Seattle area. As a supervisor of 12 Counselors, I believe that this vocational test is an excellent tool for guiding our customers toward a more applicable vocational goal. This tool covers many aspects of the individuals' interests, aptitudes, preferences. I felt that the trainer had an expertise that made the training clear and helpful. Questions were addressed and applied to what we had learned. I learned about the intricate information that can be gleaned from this test and how it pertains to our customers in reference to employment and employment settings. I was very impressed and am encouraging all of my staff to attend the next WOWI training session."
Sunny Rivera, CRC
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Seattle, WA
"The WOWI training provided me with critical information, from tips on administration to a more in depth interpretation. I feel much more equipped to provide my clients with useful information about themselves and their future career choices. Thanks for a great training!
Chersten Keillor
Workforce Development
Rochester, MN
"WOW! The WOWI inventory is an extremely useful tool once you learn how to use it!" The World of Work Inventory (WOWI) was developed in the 1970's by Dr. Ripley, and has been researched and normed with thousands of individuals. CU-Boulder hosted a training session in July for about 30 individuals in the state. In the introduction, the facilitator discussed the three assumptions WOWI is based:
- Just because someone is good at something, does not mean that she or he will like doing it.
- Just because someone likes something, does not mean she or he is good at it.
- Just because someone likes something and is good at it, does not mean she or he has the appropriate "work-style" or temperament for doing it.
This inventory is a nice supplement to Strong and MBTI due to measuring aptitudes. The facilitator gives clear and meaningful ways to discuss the section, especially if it may become sensitive. He gives a simple formula to find what MAY be the most meaningful career arena for the client. In all honestly, I was not a big fan when I first saw the inventory and took it myself. Once trained, I found the test appealing and am excited to use it with my clients!"
Jodi Schneiderman, Counselor
CU-Boulder's Career Services
Boulder, CO
"The WOWI workshops are fantastic. Our professional staff repeatedly comment on how helpful the training was for them, and it's reflected in their comfort level using this valuable assessment tool."
John Tracy, District Manager
VESID
Utica, NY
"The presentation was complete and thorough. The speaker was enthusiastic and truly enjoyed presenting the material.
George Wilson, Director
Clover Park Technical College
Tacoma, WA
"The Workshop was very informative. The information received will assist me in using this tool with clients."
Tim Boehm, Voc Rehab Counselor
Prescott DES
Prescott, AZ
"Our staff's response to the workshop was enthusiastic praise. They were excited to go out and use this new tool to better help their clients."
Al Larson, Manager
Seattle DVR
Seattle, WA
"I have used several career assessment tools and am impressed with the WOWI. The detailed information in the WOWI provides a solid base for further career exploration with customers.
Bob Hayes
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Bellingham, WA
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