It has been said that testing is the seed from which psychology grew1. Psychological testing continues to be a key feature of the work of many psychologists and is a core component of psychology training. A group within the Australian Psychological Society – The Test and Testi...

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Psychometric testing during COVID-19 The year 2020 will be remembered as a year that has transformed the way we undertake many activities in psychology. We have adapted well in some areas, with many direct client services being provided relatively easily and in most cases e...

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It has been said that testing is the seed from which psychology grew1. Today, psychological testing continues to be a central feature in the work of many psychologists and is a core component of psychological training. Psychologists are required to meet competencies in psychol...

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Psychology and psychological testing have long had a close relationship with education. This has been particularly true with regards to learning and learning disorders. Where individual students have difficulties with learning, psychologists have often been involved, with psyc...

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The development, use and interpretation of tests of cognition, behaviour, emotions, personality and attitudes is an area of professional practice unique to psychology. As one component of psychological assessment, tests are used by psychologists for various purposes in div...

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It has been said that testing is the seed from which psychology grew.  Today, psychological testing continues to be a central feature in the work of many psychologists and is a core component of psychological training. Psychologists are required to meet competencies in psyc...

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The APS was recently informed of two instances of disturbing misuse of psychological assessment. It involved two separate incidents where psychologists referred clients to another psychologist for provision of coaching and/or practice opportunities using the standard tests so ...

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Undertaking psychological assessment of students who are experiencing academic challenges is a significant part of the work of psychologists who provide services in schools. This work is integral to schools’ primary aim of facilitating their students’ academic achievement and ...

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The Ethical Guidelines Committee recently undertook a revision of the Ethical Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and the Use of Psychological Tests. These Guidelines are relevant to all psychologists who use psychological assessment and testing in their practice, teaching...

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This practice guide provides advice to psychologists about the use of psychological tests and instruments. It defines psychological tests and instruments and sets out the skills and knowledge required for their proficient use. It also provides guidelines for: basic ps...

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