Master the Foundations of Psychological Testing and Assessment

Are you a student or emerging professional in psychology, education, or mental health care looking to build a strong foundation in psychometric theory and practice?

Our 12-week virtual course is designed to provide you with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to understand, administer, and interpret psychological assessments confidently and ethically.

What You’ll Learn

Over 12 structured weeks, you’ll be guided through the core areas of psychometry—starting with fundamental theory and progressing toward real-world application. Whether you’re preparing for graduate studies, pursuing a career in clinical psychology, or simply aiming to better understand psychological testing, this course will equip you with the tools and confidence to move forward.

Course Modules

1. Introduction to Psychometrics

• The history and evolution of psychometrics
• Key terms, concepts, and theoretical foundations
• An overview of psychological test types (intelligence, achievement, personality, neuropsychological, etc.)

2. Test Construction & Validation

• Steps in developing a psychological test
• Scaling and scoring techniques
• Understanding reliability: test-retest, inter-rater, internal consistency
• Exploring validity: content, criterion-related, and construct validity
• Norming, standardization, and fairness in testing

3. Ethical and Professional Standards

• Ethical responsibilities in assessment
• Informed consent, confidentiality, and boundaries
• Legal considerations (e.g., rights of test-takers, accommodations, cultural sensitivity)
• Best practices in professional psychometric work

4. Applied Psychometry

• Use of assessments in educational and clinical contexts
• Psychometric tools in mental health diagnosis
• Hands-on learning: administering, scoring, and interpreting test results
• Writing clear, clinically sound reports
• Case examples and practical exercises

Course Details

• Format: 100% virtual – Live, instructor-led sessions
• Weekly Commitment: 2-hour live session + readings and assignments
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Start Dates:
  • Tuesday, September 9, 2025 @ 6:00 PM EST
  • Thursday, September 11, 2025 @ 10:00 AM EST
• Location: Online (Zoom link and course materials provided upon registration)
• Certificate of Completion issued at the end of the course

Who This Course Is For

• Practicum students or recent graduates preparing for clinical placements
• Professionals looking to deepen their understanding of psychometric testing
• Anyone interested in pursuing a career in psychological assessment

Why Take This Course?

✔ Build real-world skills in test administration and interpretation
✔ Learn directly from experienced clinicians and educators
✔ Strengthen your academic knowledge in preparation for graduate school
✔ Gain confidence in working with data, tools, and reporting
✔ Stay up to date with ethical and legal best practices in psychometry

Experienced trainers

Dr. Syb Pongracic

psychologist

Dana King

lead psychometrist

Caleigh Husak

psychometrist

Let’s learn together

Whether you’re just beginning your journey in psychometrics or looking to deepen your expertise, we’re here to help you take the next step. Our training offers practical insights, clear frameworks, and meaningful support, just real tools to build your confidence and skill.