Testimonials

“We spent over $100,000 on our son’s education and when he graduated he did not have a clue what he was going to do or even what he was really good at. The small investment in the natural abilities testing made all of the difference. After the feedback session he felt great about who he was, and had a clear direction of where he was going.”

Parents – High School Graduate

I can’t believe how accurate this test was to identify who I was and how I thought. It was very liberating because I always felt I had certain talents and abilities, but did not know what they meant or how to express them. I now have a clear direction for uni, and several career options.

- Al, 18 year old student

The test helped me understand myself better and how to make the most of my abilities. It has given me better insight into a career path and has made me feel more confident.

Max – Year 11 student

We always knew our son was intelligent, but school was a struggle for him and really affected his self esteem. The test results identified where his unique abilities were, especially in creativity and design, and also his best learning channels. He felt really good about himself after the feedback, had a great last term in year 12, and is doing well in his first term of University.

–Ed,  parent of High School Student

This is by far the most liberating experience of my life. The depth, knowledge and insight I have gained about myself is priceless. The report was spot on and I lost count of how many 'ah ah' moments I had. I highly recommend this test for anyone no matter the age - you are never too old to discover the 'real' you. The whole experience exceeded my expectations.

                                                                                    Kristy, adult in transition

The feedback process was amazing, it made everything so clear. I felt like you were my fortune teller, and I wanted you to stay longer and longer to tell me more about myself. I have learned so much"

38 year old teacher

From personal experience, this skill-based assessment is head and shoulders above Myers-Briggs, DiSC, FARO-B and others that ask you to respond to questions and pick the answer – I really value the many dimensions that it explores, and have found it to be an excellent tool for career planning.

Graduate student in Organizational Psychology

It was invaluable in helping us to recognise what is important in helping our daughter to select subjects for her senior years of schooling.

   Kath, Parent of year 9 student

It was very informative and I would recommend it to anyone. It is a helpful process to review where you may wish to head career and lifestyle wise. You have an 'ah-ha' type experience where things you have noticed over time fit together and are explained with some credible basis.

                                                                                    Andrew, father of year 11 & 12 students

A small price to pay for a lifetime of personal insight and self knowledge. Our 16 year old son is now more motivated and has more direction. He was pleased to discover some specific abilities that will enable him find a satisfying future. The testing process was also able to isolate some areas that might not suit his abilities or his personal style and this is equally important to his future. As parents we now understand him more and we respect his unique abilities and personal style. Linking potential careers to tested abilities is inspiring and exciting. The advice about making the most of his abilities and personal style has changed his perspective and enabled him to make positive changes which will allow him to reach his potential. This process takes a lot of pressure from a student because it provides them with essential information about themselves. This self knowledge increases confidence and makes a happy successful future seem much more real.

        Marg – Parent of Year 12 Student

This was absolutely one of the most amazing processes I have ever gone through. It has taught me how to be a more effective leader and to understand my strengths and weaknesses.

Corporate Executive

As a parent of the student that took the test I can't recommend it highly enough. When your child is confused and frustrated with what direction their life should take, a test like this helps them see clearly what their strengths are and in doing so helps point them in the right direction. My daughter now has knowledge and support from another source she trusts, so feels more confident in her decision.

      Tracey, mother of year 10 student

I found this process eye opening. It was great looking inside myself and realising why and how I thought and did things.  It was amazingly accurate.

    Bridget, Year 10 student

For me to tell you all I learned from this program would take a lifetime. I learned how I learn best, how to deal with stressful situations, what my natural abilities are, and what career choices my abilities are geared towards. At the same time, they emphasize that career planning, career decisions, and career changes should not be based entirely on these results.

Jonas, 17-year-old high school student

Corporations and Large Institutions who have effectively used the Highlands Ability Battery as part of their training:

Bell South, Charles Schwab & Co., Cingular Telecom, Cisco Systems, Coca Cola, Colorado State University, US Food & Drug Administration, Glaxo Smith Kline Pharmaceuticals, Hewlett Packard, IBM, JP Morgan Chase, Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, St. Josephs University, State Farm Insurance, Turner Broadcasting, US Naval Academy, University of Georgia, University of North Carolina, Weather Channel, Wyeth Pharmaceuticals.