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Evaluating Psychological and Psychoeducational Tests

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The white paper Evaluating Psychological and Psychoeducational Tests provides a comprehensive framework for professionals to critically evaluate psychological and psychoeducational tests before using them for clinical decision-making. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring that tests meet necessary requirements for reliability and validity. The paper outlines various standards and considerations, such as the test's title, authors, publisher, publication year, administration time, qualification level, cost, and access to training materials.

Additionally, the white paper discusses the technical evaluation of tests, including test development methodology, normative data, types of scores, and methods for establishing reliability and validity. For a detailed understanding of these evaluation criteria and to access a fillable template for future use, click the file to read the full paper:  PAR White Paper - Evaluating Psychological and Psychoeducational Tests

 

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