PRE-EMPLOYMENT ERROR CHECKING TESTS

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Overview

Our Pre-employment Checking Tests:

  • Consist of 4 types: Number Checking, Numerical Estimation, Word Checking and Spelling & Grammar
  • Measure precision, attention to detail, and ability to check written and numerical information quickly
  • Measure spelling and grammar
  • Measure mental arithmetic
  • Measure speed versus accuracy
  • Ability tests with a long history of research and validation; reliability of alpha > .70
  • Designed, developed and scientifically validated by former SHL and IBM Kenexa Chartered Psychologists, Scientists and Psychometricians
  • Benchmarked scores based on large control groups for standardized and valid comparisons
  • Inclusive, fair, without bias
  • Include adjustments for disabilities
  • Include anti-cheating measures
  • User-friendly interface and easy to navigate
  • Fully compliant with current industry practices

Benefits

Our Checking Tests for selection offer:

1Fast and Cost-effective Hiring Process

  • Automated error checking assessments streamline your recruitment process
    • save time by adding tests and inviting thousands of candidates in minutes
    • immediately access candidate results in one click
    • quickly and efficiently set threshold criteria to select best-fit candidates with the required level of precision, accuracy, and attention to detail
    • reduce your workload with an easy-to-navigate software automating administrative tasks and decreasing time-to-hire
  • Our most popular package, which includes ALL tests, offers a relatively low cost per candidate

2High-Quality Hires

  • Our scientifically-proven checking tests predict candidates’ accuracy and attention to detail in the workplace
  • Assess candidates’ accuracy and precision are assessed directly against the role in your industry
  • Candidates scoring higher in our error checking tests are more detail-orientated and accurate
  • Our thoroughly-researched checking tests help selecting high-performers who stay longer

3Reduction of conscious and unconscious bias

  • Set flexible cut-offs to give all candidates an equal opportunity
  • Data-driven: select candidates based on objective skills, not biases such as:
    • gender
    • ethnicity
    • race
    • sexual orientation
    • background
    • education
  • Our scientifically-tested assessments ensure compliance of your company’s recruitment process and are legally defensible
  • Ensure a more diverse and inclusive workforce

Error Checking Tests Use Cases

Most suitable for:

  • Early-stage screening and initial evaluation, routine selection, and pre-interview shortlisting
  • High-volume recruitment and testing
  • Proactive hiring: creation of talent pools of pre-screened candidates

Target audience:

  • Early Careers (Graduates, Interns, Apprentices)
  • Professionals (Specialists, Managers)

Sectors:

  • Relevant for all sectors
  • In particular: Law, Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Banking, Consulting, Sales, Engineering, IT, Administration

Roles:

  • Relevant for all roles, especially those involving accurate and detailed analysis of written and/or numerical information
  • Example roles: Lawyer, Financial Analyst, Mechanical Engineer, Consultant, Accountant, IT Analyst, Sales Analyst, Junior External Auditor, Admistrative Assistant

Tips when using
Pre-Hire Checking Tests

Get the most out of our Checking Tests for hiring:

  • At later stages of recruitment, accompany checking tests with other candidate selection tools, such as:
  • Research shows using multiple assessment methods increases the validity of results significantly
  • This ensures fully-informed, objective hiring decisions

Shortlist best-fit candidates in 3 simple steps:

First Feature

1 CREATE A CAMPAIGN

Set up your assessment campaign in 4 fast and seamless steps.
First Feature

2 Assess candidates

Invite candidates to take tests on our accessible, easy-to-use platform.
First Feature

3 Select Candidates

Filter rank-ordered candidates fast to select your top talent.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I customize Assess Candidates pre-employment checking tests for the role and my organization?

We gladly offer the option to customize our checking assessments on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us to discuss further details and for us to understand the specific roles and accuracy focus areas.

How should I combine Assess Candidates pre-employment error checking assessments with other hiring tools?

Assess Candidates offers end-to-end assessments you may combine together depending on the recruited role. Our portal provides various pre-employment tests as well as game-based assessments and video interviews to paint well-rounded pictures of candidates. There is no limit to the number of different tests you can use in your campaign.

How do Assess Candidates ensure objectivity of pre-employment checking tests?

It is our priority to design tests free of bias. We use science and experience to create pre-employment checking tests that objectively assess candidates' accuracy and attention to detail. All our tests also include functionalities for candidates who need extra time, have visual disabilities, and/or suffer from color blindness.

How effective are Assess Candidates pre-employment checking tests in hiring?

Assess Candidates pre-hire checking tests are ability tests with a strong research history and scientific validation, demonstrating their effectiveness. Our tests have undergone industry-standard design procedures and rigorous scientific reviews by former SHL and IBM Kenexa chartered psychometricians to ensure they accurately predict candidates’ attention to detail and their performance in the workplace.

Where in my recruitment process should I use error checking tests?

Error checking tests are typically used during the early stages of the recruitment process in order to sift or screen candidates before the interview or assessment center stage. Checking tests quickly and efficiently help you evaluate whether candidates have the necessary attention to detail for your role and help you shortlist only the most qualified to invite to the next stage of recruitment. They are particularly beneficial for graduate scheme recruitment to screen high volumes of applicants.

How difficult are Assess Candidates pre-hire error checking tests?

Error checking tests require a good level of English and numeracy at the level of a high-school graduate. The tests have a limited amount of time and are negatively marked. Therefore, the main difficulty for candidates is to balance their speed versus accuracy when checking the numerical and written information in order to answer as many correct questions as possible within the short time limit.

How much do Assess Candidates pre-employment checking tests cost?

All nine standard checking assessments are included in all Assess Candidates plans. Costs of bespoke tests are based on initial assessment of the scope of work and requirements. Please get in touch with our team to discuss pricing.

What do pre-employment error checking tests measure?

Pre-employment error checking tests measure candidates' accuracy and attention to detail when comparing large amounts of numerical and written information. Candidates who score highly tend to be detail-orientated and precise in the workplace. They also perform better and stay longer.

What support does Assess Candidates offer in candidate assessment?

The Assess Candidates Support team is always here to help our clients. We offer technical support included in all our plans and a dedicated Client Relationship Manager for our ‘Unlimited Use 12-months’ and ‘Corporate’ plans.

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