Rahmawati Prihastuty, Dyah Ayu Rahmawati, Talitha Lintang Pertiwi, Faiz Fatihul Alwan, Afifatur Rohmah, Attaya Rana Rizq, Yuni Sulistyawati

Adaptation and Psychometric Evaluation of the Indonesian Version of the Career Aspirations Scale-Revised (CAS-R) among Adolescents

Introduction

Adaptation and psychometric evaluation of the indonesian version of the career aspirations scale-revised (cas-r) among adolescents. Adapting the Career Aspirations Scale-Revised (CAS-R) for Indonesian adolescents. This study validates the Indonesian CAS-R, providing a reliable tool for measuring career aspirations and supporting career planning.

Abstract

The dynamic changes within the world of work require individuals to engage in robust career planning. In this context, career aspiration is understood as a psychological construct reflecting an individual’s hopes, motivations, and goals related to their future employment. This study aimed to adapt and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Career Aspirations Scale-Revised (CAS-R) into Indonesian to provide a valid and reliable measurement tool. The respondents comprised 549 Indonesian adolescents. The adaptation process followed the ITC (2018) guidelines, encompassing content validation, construct validation through Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Rasch analysis, as well as reliability testing. The CFA results supported a three-factor structure (RMSEA = 0.034; CFI = 0.990; TLI = 0.990), with 18 items meeting the factor loading criteria. Cronbach’s alpha of 0.910 indicated high reliability. Rasch analysis further supported the instrument’s validity and internal consistency, with 19 items deemed to fit the model. These findings confirm that the Indonesian version of CAS-R is a suitable instrument for measuring adolescents’ career aspirations in Indonesia. It can be used by schools, counselors, and psychological institutions to support career assessment and planning.

Review

The study, "Adaptation and Psychometric Evaluation of the Indonesian Version of the Career Aspirations Scale-Revised (CAS-R) among Adolescents," addresses a critical need for valid and reliable psychometric tools in career planning, particularly within dynamic global work environments. The authors clearly articulate their objective: to adapt and evaluate the psychometric properties of the CAS-R for Indonesian adolescents. This endeavor is highly relevant, as career aspiration is a fundamental psychological construct, and the availability of a culturally appropriate and robust measurement instrument is crucial for effective guidance and research in the region. The large sample size of 549 adolescents and adherence to the ITC (2018) guidelines set a strong foundation for the study's credibility. Methodologically, the study is commendable for its rigorous approach to psychometric evaluation. The adaptation process meticulously followed established international guidelines, ensuring both content and construct validity were thoroughly examined. The application of Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) robustly supported a three-factor structure with excellent fit indices (RMSEA = 0.034; CFI = 0.990; TLI = 0.990), and 18 items met the specified factor loading criteria. Furthermore, the inclusion of Rasch analysis provided additional evidence for the instrument’s validity and internal consistency, with 19 items demonstrating good model fit. The high internal consistency, indicated by a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.910, further solidifies the reliability of the Indonesian CAS-R, demonstrating a well-constructed and dependable measure. The findings convincingly establish the Indonesian version of the CAS-R as a valid and reliable instrument for measuring career aspirations among adolescents in Indonesia. This represents a significant contribution, providing practitioners—including schools, counselors, and psychological institutions—with a much-needed tool to support career assessment and planning efforts. While the study provides strong evidence for the instrument’s current psychometric soundness, future research could explore its criterion-related validity, such as its ability to predict future career choices or outcomes, and investigate its stability over time through test-retest reliability studies. Nevertheless, this work successfully fills a critical gap, offering a robust foundation for both practice and further research in career development in the Indonesian context.

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