The Core Factors Type Discovery assessment is a psychometric tool designed to accurately measure the 16 Jungian psychological types.
The Core Factors Type Discovery assessment is a psychometric tool designed to accurately measure the 16 Jungian psychological types.
Unlike the MBTI, the Core Factors Type Discovery assessment uses a non-forced choice format, respondent-based weighting methods, and includes the Type Precision Module™ for increased accuracy.
A practitioner needs to have completed relevant coursework in psychological or educational tests, hold a relevant license or similar certification, or complete the Core Factors practitioner training.
The assessment is scored electronically, using Differential Intensity Weighting (DIW) and additional items from the Type Precision Module™ to ensure precise results.
The assessment provides a Participant Report for clients and a Practitioner Report with detailed scoring information for professionals.
On average, it takes respondents 5 to 10 minutes to complete the 52-item assessment.
The assessment is designed for adults and may not be suitable for individuals below eleventh grade due to the maturity required to understand some items.
The Type Precision Module™ is used to provide additional items for respondents with unclear results to ensure the accuracy of the assessment.
The assessment has demonstrated high internal consistency and test-retest reliability, with an accuracy rate of up to 92%.
DIW is a scoring method that considers both the direction of the response and the intensity of similarity, enhancing the precision of the assessment results.
The Core Factors Type Discovery assessment allows for neutral responses to avoid measurement noise, which are not scored but considered in the final analysis.
The assessment results must be kept confidential, and results should always be provided with competent interpretation and feedback.
Yes, the assessment provides valuable insights for career guidance and personal development based on psychological type.
The assessment is based on Carl Jung’s theory of psychological types, further developed by Isabel Myers and Katharine Briggs.
The assessment was developed using Reality Based Accuracy Assessment (RBAA), selecting items that matched respondents’ self-reported best-fit types.
Best-fit type refers to the type verified by the respondent as accurately reflecting their psychological preferences, determined through education and personal exploration.
Yes, the Core Factors Type Discovery assessment measures the same Jungian psychological types (ESTJ / INFP) as the MBTI, making it compatible with existing frameworks and interpretations used by professionals.
While familiarity with MBTI concepts is beneficial, additional training on the Core Factors assessment’s development and construction and unique scoring is recommended. Completing the Core Factors practitioner training is recommended.
Many existing MBTI resources can be adapted for use with the Core Factors Type Discovery assessment, but practitioners should be aware of the differences in scoring and reporting methods.
Emphasize the enhanced accuracy, the use of modern psychometric techniques, and the assessment’s ability to provide clearer, more nuanced insights into personality types.
The non-forced choice format allows clients to express neutral preferences, reducing the pressure to choose between options that may not accurately reflect their true preferences, thus improving the validity of the results.
Integrate the assessment results by using the detailed Participant and Practitioner Reports to inform your coaching or training strategies, ensuring that you leverage the nuanced insights provided by the Core Factors Type Discovery assessment.