Self-Directed Search and National Occupational Classification Codes

The Self-Directed Search (SDS) has been widely used by over 22 million people worldwide. The SDS has been translated into 25 different languages and has been supported by 500 research studies. This SDS English Canadian version matches abilities, skills, and interests to obtain a 3-letter Holland Code.

The Self-Directed Search (SDS) English Canadian version provides a list of 1,309 occupations with the educational requirements and National Occupational Classification (NOC) Codes.

The National Occupational Classification (NOC) Codes classify occupations with according to skill types and levels. Each occupation is assigned a a four-digit code. The National Occupational Classification (NOC) Codes and the Career Handbook provide profiles about 923 occupations. For each occupation, the Career Handbook lists information about -

Aptitudes
Interests
Data/people/things interactions
Physical activities
Environmental conditions
Education/training
Career progression
Work settings

For more information about the Self-Directed Search (SDS) English Canadian, contact Dr. Mary Askew at learning4life@qwest.net.