The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

Short training courses

Content of An Introduction to Psychometrics

PROGRAMME

  • the role of testing in selection and development 
  • types of ability tests and their application in different settings 
  • computer and Internet-based testing 
  • practical experience and interpretation of results 
  • validity and reliability in testing 
  • assessing personality and motivation in the workplace 
  • practical experience and interpretation of results 
  • assessing personality, ability, personal style and motivation in assessment and development centres
  • critical review of testing and legislation

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