Journal of Career Assessment

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Career Assessment publishes methodologically and conceptually sound articles broadly in the area of vocational psychology.

A primary aim of the journal is showcasing new research on the assessment of career and work related constructs and behavior.

The term assessment, as used in this journal, covers the various techniques, tests, inventories, rating scales, interview schedules, surveys, and direct observational methods used in scientifically based practice and research to provide an improved understanding of individual’s career development, decision-making, and experiences in the world of work.

A secondary aim is showcasing new research on any topic related to career, work, or vocational psychology, including but not limited to quantitative, qualitative, and experimental studies where ideas related to work and careers are a central part of the manuscript.

The journal is also open to conceptual and theoretical contributions related to career, work, or vocational psychology.

Implications for career counseling/development should be clearly noted in all manuscripts.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.8
2024	2.80

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.452

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	82

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	2531

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	596

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Business, Management and Accounting, Psychology and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Measuring Meaningful Work

  Citation: 1028

  Authors: Michael F., Bryan J., Ryan D.

• Evaluation of a Short Form of the Career Decision-Making Self-Efficacy Scale

  Citation: 647

  Authors: Nancy E., Karla L., Karen M.

• A Short Version of the Occupational Self-Efficacy Scale: Structural and Construct Validity Across Five Countries

  Citation: 434

  Authors: Thomas, Birgit, Gisela

• Development and Validation of the Calling and Vocation Questionnaire (CVQ) and Brief Calling Scale (BCS)

  Citation: 357

  Authors: Bryan J., Brandy M., Michael F., Ryan D.

• The Career Futures Inventory: A Measure of Career-Related Adaptability and Optimism

  Citation: 353

  Authors: Patrick J., Susan X., Fred H.

• On Conceptualizing and Assessing Social Cognitive Constructs in Career Research: A Measurement Guide

  Citation: 341

  Authors: Robert W., Steven D.

• Does Happiness Promote Career Success?

  Citation: 333

  Authors: Julia K., Sonja

• The Happenstance Learning Theory

  Citation: 306

  Authors: John D.

• Social Cognitive Career Theory and Subjective Well-Being in the Context of Work

  Citation: 299

  Authors: Robert W., Steve D.

• A Systematic Review of the Career Adaptability Literature and Future Outlook

  Citation: 287

  Authors: Claire S.

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