The Tests and Testing Expert Group (TTEG) contributes expertise and advice to the APS in the area of tests and testing, by engaging in a range of activities including:
- developing and promoting comprehensive assessment standards and competencies to improve the level of services provided by psychologists
- increasing the provision of psychologists’ education linked to test and testing
- setting up a webpage on the APS website to provide a range of resources for the community and psychologists
- establishing a collaborative working relationship between test publishers and suppliers, and the APS
- addressing various ethical issues such as test misuse and difficulties in restricting access to tests, for the benefit of the community
- increasing psychologists’ awareness, knowledge, and expertise in this area of work.
The group is currently chaired by Doug Scott and includes practising and academic psychologists, and representatives of test publishers and suppliers. Member expertise covers general aspects of psychological testing along with areas of specialisation including clinical, clinical neuropsychology, educational and developmental, forensic, and organisational psychology, as well as experience in working with cultural and disability groups.
The current members are:
- Doug Scott MAPS (Chair)
- Jason Blaik MAPS
- Nick Hagiliassis MAPS
- Melissa Stephens MAPS
- Amanda Olley MAPS
- Keira Roffey-Mitchell MAPS
- Sarah Russell MAPS
- Bruce Watt MAPS
TTEG Terms of Reference
This section outlines the Terms of Reference and details of membership for the Tests and Testing Expert Group.