These are evaluations employed to ascertain a candidate’s fit for a role, taking into account their skills, personality, and physical or cognitive capabilities.

Types of Pre-Employment Tests

• Skill Assessment

  Evaluates individuals based on key job-related competencies to determine their ability to perform essential tasks (e.g., typing speed, technical proficiency).




• Personality Assessment

  Measures behavioral competencies and soft skills like leadership, teamwork involvement, and work ethics to determine alignment with organizational values.




• Behavioral Assessments

  Uses real-world workplace scenarios to predict a candidate’s behavioral responses.




• Cognitive Ability Tests

  Assess analytical abilities including problem-solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking capabilities.




• Aptitude Tests

  Measures a person’s potential or eagerness to learn new skills, demonstrating their ability to adapt to the requirements of the position (e.g., numerical or verbal reasoning).




• Physical Ability Tests

  Examines physical capability levels to determine a candidate’s suitability for roles with specific physical demands or requirements.




• Drug Screening and Background Checks

  Screens candidates for adherence to safety and ethical guidelines.




• Situational Judgment Tests (SJTs)

  Assesses the ability to make informed and effective decisions in realistic, role-specific situations or scenarios.