Test User: Occupational Ability and Personality
(formerly BPS Level A & B)
- 8-12 Hours of E-Learning Modules
- 2 Days of Virtual Tutored Online Training
Upon completion of this online training, you will gain immediate access to our suite of aptitude tests, behavioral screeners and Wave® personality questionnaires – recognized for being the best predictors of workplace performance and potential.
The Test User: Occupational Ability (TUOA) section of this course comprises a full-day tutored virtual session and approximately 4-6 hours of E-Learning, focusing on the best-practice use of aptitude tests.
This followed by the Test User: Occupational Personality (TUOP) section, which uses the same flexible format to provide you with the skills and knowledge to confidently use personality questionnaires professionally in the workplace.
Our Test User: Occupational Ability & Personality courses confer eligibility for full BPS & EFPA accreditation.
Upcoming Occupational Ability and Personality Training Dates
What to Expect from our Training
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Interactive E-Learning
The theory behind our tools is taught via a series of E-Learning modules.
These can be undertaken at your own pace and convenience, providing an understanding of the research behind our tools and the applications of them.
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Virtual Tutored Sessions
You’ll then get first-hand experience of using our assessments in our virtual tutored group-sessions.
Here you can practice delivering best-practice feedback and see real life examples of our tools in action.
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Access to our Tools
Upon completion of the training, you’ll get immediate access to our suite of tools, as well as an assessment starter pack, including free reports and Wave Card Deck.
There is also a wealth of materials available to you in our Client Resource Area.
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Play Video about Part 1 video preview woman at home completing e-learning
Part 1
Interactive E-learning
The theory behind our tools is taught via a series of E-Learning modules.
These can be undertaken at your own pace and convenience, providing an understanding of the research behind our tools and the applications of them.
Play Video
Part 2
Virtual Tutored Sessions
You’ll then get first-hand experience of using our assessment in our virtual group tutored-sessions.
Here you can practice delivering best-practice feedback and see real life examples of our tools in action.
Play Video about part 3 video preview showing Wave card deck
Part 3
Access to our Tools
Upon completion, you’ll get immediate access to our suite of tools, as well as an assessment starter pack, including free reports and Wave Card Deck.
There is also a wealth of materials available to you in our Client Resource Area.
Key Learning Objectives
Our flexible online Test User: Occupational Ability and Personality course (BPS Level A & B Training) uses a blend of E-Learning and interactive virtual sessions to provide you with the skills and tools to improve how your organization hires, builds and leads talent.
Test User: Occupational Ability (TUOA)
Formerly known as BPS Level A Training. Upon completion of these modules, you will gain full access to our industry-leading suite of aptitude tests, including the pioneering Swift ability combination test range.
4-6 hours of E-Learning modules teach you the theory behind our aptitude assessments. These can be completed at your own pace, with a designated consultant on hand to help you every step of the way.
1-day virtual tutored session that makes use of polls, quizzes and group work to teach you how to administer aptitude tests, interpret results, use dynamic candidate reporting and deliver best-practice feedback.
During these modules you will learn to:
- Conduct job role analysis
- Administer ability test and interpret candidate results
- Build efficient and robust screening processes
- Ensure a fair and lawful selection process
- Give best-practice candidate feedback
“The course director was engaging and excellent at explaining things, using fantastic examples that brought the materials to life”
Talent Manager, Professional Services Organization
Test User: Occupational Personality (TUOP)
Formerly known as BPS Level B Training. Upon completion of these modules, you will be qualified to use the Wave personality questionnaires; the best-in-class predictors of workplace performance and potential.
4-6 hours of E-Learning modules teach you the theory and research behind our flagship personality questionnaire Wave – recognized for possessing the highest validity and using the smartest AI on the market.
1-day virtual tutored session teaching you how to analyze candidate reports and interpret profiles to drive superior selection and development activities.
During these modules you will learn to:
- Confidently implement the full suite of Wave personality assessments in your own talent processes
- Minimize the risks associated with hiring decisions and shortlist the best candidates
- Accurately identify potential in individuals
- Delve deeper into individuals' personalities and provide high-quality candidate feedback
- Use and interpret group dynamics with interactive reporting
“We are constantly impressed by the value Wave adds to the business. The fact we are talking the same language at recruitment, onboarding and development presents a powerful force for the business.”
We’re Here to Help at Every Stage
We are committed to helping you get the best value experience from our training and tools. Included in the price of the course, you will also receive the following:
Your own designated consultant
Each learner will be paired up with one of our experienced consultants when they sign up to the course. This consultant will be an expert in ability and personality psychometrics, and can be contacted at any time throughout the course to check your understanding.
Reference books
We provide both Swift and Wave reference books which you can refer back to after the course. These will be PDF versions of the online technical course content, so you don’t need to worry about making notes as you go through the E-Learning.
Practical workbook
You will receive a hard copy and digital copy of the practical workbook to use on the virtual, face-to-face part of the course for both Swift and Wave. This will have plenty of space for notes and will include key points we cover through the day.
Exclusive Assessment Starter Pack
All Test User: Occupational Ability & Personality course bookings include an exclusive assessment starter pack worth £500:
- Hire Talent Interactive Card Deck
- Build Talent Interactive Card Deck
- 3 x Work Strengths Behavioral Profiles
- 3 x Wave Professional Styles Expert Reports
Who is this course for?
This psychometric testing training course requires no previous experience and is suitable for:
- HR Professionals
- Recruiters
- Assessment Practitioners, Coaches, Leadership Development Practitioners
- Talent Management Practitioners
Not the course you are looking for?
Check out our full range of psychometric testing training courses below:
Test User: Occupational Ability (Level A)
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Test User: Occupational Personality (Level B)
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