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Skills Snapshot

The Skills Snapshot is a short, online test where you rate yourself on the skills relevant to your trade or job. The result is added to your profile and…

Skills Assessment

The Skills Snapshot is a short, online test where you rate yourself on the skills relevant to your trade or job. The result is added to your profile and helps employers see what you can do.

Why it matters
  • It earns you 50 OES points.
  • Employers use it to short-list candidates.
  • It only takes a few minutes.
How to take the Skills Snapshot
  1. Sign in to the portal.
  2. Open the Profile page or look for Build your Skills Profile in your Next Best Tasks.
  3. Tap Start.
  4. Read each question and pick the best answer.
  5. Be honest — answer questions base on your knowledge to help us determine your skills.
  6. Tap Submit at the end.

Tip: Answer as you would in a real conversation with an employer. There are no trick questions.

What happens to my answers?
  • Your answers are saved in your profile.
  • A summary appears on your Skills Snapshot document card.
  • Employers can see the result.
  • You earn points right away.
Why it might be marked as needing revision
  • You skipped questions.
  • The reviewer noticed a big mismatch with your work history (for example, you said "expert" in a skill not on your resume). In that case, finish your resume first, then retake the assessment.
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