ACER Select Questionnaire
An Overview of Psychometric Testing: ACER Select Questionnaire

- Ability tests assess specific individual abilities such as numerical, spelling and grammar, strategic thinking etc.
- Personality tests assess motivation and personality traits, such as Drive, Independence, Adaptability, etc. Understanding what motivates people and what style suits them best is critical to ensuring that employees will succeed in the job being considered.
- Determine what you want to measure (what you are measuring must be based on the requirements of the job for which the person is being considered).
- Select a test that is designed to measure those abilities or personality characteristics.
- Make sure that you choose a test which is valid and reliable.
The ACER Select Questionnaire

Summary of the test:
The ACER Select Questionnaire assesses numerical and verbal reasoning skills.Cognitive Ability:
Test measuring verbal and numerical reasoning. Two levels of difficulty depending on the position being tested for:- General Select: best for technical, administrative, customer service and sales positions, where in-service training or study is involved.
- Professional Select: best for graduate recruitment, managerial or leadership roles, where the work requires a high level of reasoning ability, or where these qualities will become increasingly important as staff are promoted in a career system.
Time:
- Verbal – 15 minutes.
- Numerical – 20 minutes
Important note:
Quick and easily administered online using any computer with internet connection.Report:
For each test, the report generated contains two main sections:- A raw score against the amount of questions attempted;
- A percentile rank ranging from 1 to 99. Compares the candidate to a reference group. Higher scores indicating a higher level of reasoning;
- Short explanation and analysis of result.
Selecting Appropriate Testing Instruments
Allan Hall HR has access to a wide range of instruments that measure key dimensions, including the ACER Select Questionnaire. This not only covers personality and aptitude, but also specific skills and abilities. We apply a tailored approach, with the recommended testing solution being dependent on how you will utilise the results and the specific outcomes you are looking to achieve. If you would like to find out more information about the ACER Select Questionnaire or if you are seeking support with identifying a suitable instrument to meet your needs, we can offer you a free consultation with one of our in-house testing experts or our organisational psychologist. CONTACT USLatest News

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