Self-efficacy survey: A new assessment tool

Abstract

Self-efficacy is a key protective factor against psychological stress. The construct claims as a valid and reliable measure targeting various fields of a person's daily life. The present study presents a measure of a person's representations about his or her own competencies in various functional areas. The designed instrument offers a multidimensional assessment of self-efficacy in ten functional areas: intellectual, family, educational, professional, social, religious, erotic, moral, life standard and health. The preliminary data has proved satisfactory psychometric qualities. We believe the measurement we proposed can be used in the counselling practice and further studies in the subject of self-efficacy.