Islamic Counseling for Identifying Students’ Talents: A Comparison of STIFIn and EduTalent

Abstract

This study compares the integration of fingerprint-based talent assessment within Islamic Guidance and Counseling through STIFIn and EduTalent models. Employing a qualitative comparative design with interviews, observation, and documentation, this research finds both models effectively support student self-awareness and career alignment from an Islamic perspective. However, STIFIn emphasizes a single dominant intelligence for rapid results, while EduTalent offers a multidimensional analysis combining Multiple Intelligences and personality theories for a holistic profile. Both approaches frame talent as a divine trust (amanah) requiring diligent effort (ikhtiar), fulfilling preventive and developmental counseling functions. The study concludes that such assessments are valuable supportive tools when ethically contextualized to foster balanced personal growth (tawazun) in line with Islamic principles.