Level A Training
For almost 20 years the British Psychological Society’s Level A Certificate of Competence in Occupational Testing has been the ‘industry standard’ qualification in psychometric testing.
This training gives you the knowledge and practical skills necessary to conduct psychometric tests fairly and effectively.
Accredited and verified by the British Psychological Society, the Certificate of Competence in Occupational Testing- Level A is internationally recognised and gives you access to over 150 tests from over 15 UK publishers, including paper-based and online materials.
Mendas has launched a new partnership with Real Training to provide highly cost-effective and flexible routes to achieving the Level A Certificate of competence in Occupational Testing.
Level A is an open access course which means that no prequalifications are necessary. It is open to all. It will develop your competence, provide career opportunities and enhance your confidence in all aspects of assessment. The course is relevant to anyone involved in any of the following areas:
- Recruitment and selection
- Individual, team and organisational development
- Careers guidance
- Coaching
- Talent management
- Outplacement
In addition to the traditional face-to-face course over three days, now we are able to offer this nationally recognized course through blended and distance learning options that make extensive use of innovative online learning technology to support delegates through the course. Delegates can choose to study Level A through blended learning or distance learning options.
The face-to-face option involves a 3 days course with some pre-course reading and some post-course work.
The blended learning involves a distance learning of the knowldge base part and final practical training day. The distance learning option allows you to study at your own pace and in your own house/office as long as you submit your tests and videos.
The cost of the course is between £795 to £895 plus VAT depending on your preferred option.
If there are several candidates from the same company, an in-house training course may be more appropriate and cost effective for you. Please call Justin for more details on 020 7014 9440
Feedback we received on the course:
"Extremely informative- useful to have practical experience as well as understanding the theory behind the process" Recruitment Administrator, The Financial Services Authority, 26th November 2009
"Engaging course, worked well and well structured" Claire Weslall, Experienced Hire Recruitment team, The Financial Services Authority, 26th November 2009
Detailed information about the course work
The course is made up of 7 units designed to work sequentially to build up your knowledge and understanding gradually. The course outline is as follows:
Unit 1 covering an introduction to tests and testing. We will answer questions like:
a. What are psychometric tests?
b. Types of tests and methods of interpretation
c. Why are tests used?
d. Testing for different purposes
Unit 2 covering Test scores and scaling. In detail:
a.Descriptive statistics - averages and measures of spread
b.Interpreting test scores using standardised scales
c.Samples and sampling
Unit 3 covering Reliability and validity. In detail:
a.Correlation as an estimate of relationship between two measures
b.Reliability - determining the accuracy of tests
c.Validity - determining what the test measures
Unit 4 covering Fairness and bias in testing:
a.Selecting appropriate tests
b.Identifying bias in testing
c.Testing and the law
Unit 5 covering Administering and scoring tests:
a.Planning the testing process
b.Conducting test administration
c.Scoring tests
d.Computer and internet-based testing
Unit 6 covering Communicating test results:
a.Preparing for feedback
b.Delivering verbal and written feedback
c.Ensuring feedback is effective
Unit 7 covering Security and confidentiality:
a.Security of test materials
b.Use of test data and the Data Protection Act
c.Developing policies on test use
