It measures your ability to both acquire and apply a skill. Employers might use these types of psychometric assessments to measure your ability to learn a new language, manage people or master computer code, for example. One popular type of aptitude test is known as a personality test.

Where are psychometrics used?

Since the early 1900's, psychologists have employed testing in an effort to quantify people's intelligence, preferences, and behaviors. Today these assessments–called psychometric tests–are used in schools, the military, mental health clinics, psychotherapists' offices, correctional facilities, and in corporations.

When can psychometric tests be used?

Graduate psychometric tests help to identify your skills, knowledge and personality. They're often used during the preliminary screening stage, or as part of an assessment centre. They're objective, convenient and strong indicators of job performance - making them very popular with large graduate recruiters.