Professional Self-Efficacy Expectations Scale – Revised (BSW-5-Rev)

Q: How is the Professional Self-Efficacy Expectations Scale – Revised (BSW-5-Rev) scored?

Scores range from 1 to 4. Interpretation levels: Low occupational self-efficacy (1-2), Moderate occupational self-efficacy (2-3), High occupational self-efficacy (3-4).

Q: Is the Professional Self-Efficacy Expectations Scale – Revised (BSW-5-Rev) free?

Yes, this assessment is completely free. You will receive your results immediately after completion, with an optional AI-powered personalized interpretation.

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Scale Development & Technical Details

Scale Overview

The Professional Self-Efficacy Expectations Scale – Revised (BSW-5-Rev) was developed by Abele, Stief, & Andrä (2000). It is designed to measure Occupational Self-Efficacy. The scale is intended for use with Employed persons and students.

Scale Structure

This instrument consists of 5 items.

Response Format

Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.

Response anchors: 1 = Not at all true, 2 = Rather not true, 3 = Rather true, 4 = Completely true.

Scoring

Item scores are averaged to produce a mean score.

Total scores range from 1 to 4. Interpretation guidelines:

Low occupational self-efficacy: 1 – 2
Moderate occupational self-efficacy: 2 – 3
High occupational self-efficacy: 3 – 4

Psychometric Properties

Internal Consistency: The scale has demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency with reported Cronbach’s alpha values of Cronbach's alpha = .73 to .77.

Administration

The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 1 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.