If you find yourself unemployed and have to go to an employment office - for starters, the worker is not likely to be a psychologist trained in administering the really comprehensive tools. You would have to pay out of pocket, which few unemployed people can afford. Secondly, they will use whatever tools their program endorses as a basis for determining, with you, the next steps. Usually, it's just looking at finding another job based on existing skills and experience, and establishing some routine and support to do so. However, sometimes a person cannot do what they were doing before because of outdated skillsets and/ or disability and need training for a new career. The worker will use the outcome of various tests to determine what training a person might need to pursue, and help them build a case for applying for EI funding, etc. you will not get EI funding without going through that. The problem is though, because of cutting corners, often people won't even get an MBTI test, but some in house, less credible, tests administered and then shoved into things that are more likely to backfire for the client and end up being a waste of time and resources. Ultimately, you have to be your own advocate, and ultimately, you know yourself best. It's your life, and your future. Remember that. It's not the same as medicine and disease.
