Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET) - A route to the SpLD Practising Certificate for those with ATS

Accredited and verified by the British Psychological Society, this qualification is rapidly becoming the "industry standard" for competence in using educational psychometric tests. The qualification is nationally accredited and internationally recognised. Those who hold the qualificationcan apply to be included on the National Register of Competence in Psychological Testing and are bound
by the BPS code of conduct.

The Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (Level A) is an open access course which means that no prequalifications are necessary. It is open to all. The course is relevant to anyone who works in the education sector and who administers and/or wants to understand and interpret tests. It will develop your competence, provide career opportunities and enhance your confidence.

The course is made up of 7 units designed to work sequentially to build up your knowledge and understanding gradually. The course outline is as follows:

Unit 1

Assesment needs

Why are tests used?

What are psychometric tests?

Different types of tests and testing

Formative and summative assessment

Unit 2

Basic statiscal principles

Averages and standard error

Confidence in the scores obtained

Using statistical tables

Unit 3

Reliability and Validity

Correlation as an estimate of relationship between two measures

Does the test measure what it says it measures?

Does it measure it accurately?

Unit 4

Using the right test

Using catalogues and practical considerations when using tests

Using norms and identifying restrictions and bias

Unit 5

Test administration

Test practice

Planning and preparation

Establishing rapport

Unit 6

Test results

Scoring and interpretation of results

Integration of test data with other assessment information

Unit 7

Confidentiality

Maintaining security

Use of results

Data protection, rights and responsibilities

When you book a place on the course, you are allocated a tutor who is an experienced educational psychologist.

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CCET Online Course
£1150 + VAT (+ p&p for inter-

national clients) or instalment
option: 3x £415 + VAT
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The Online Course is highly accessible and makes full use of our learning platform. This means you can learn and progress at a pace and time to suit you. Learn more >

CCET Intensive Course
£1645 + VAT (non-residential) or £1895 + VAT (residential)
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For those who would prefer to complete this course by more traditional methods, we offer a 4-day intensive option. Learn more >

Licensed Providers

A cost-effective way for organisations to train large numbers of staff in-house.
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For organisations that want to deliver the CCET in-house we can provide a licence to use our materials and platform. Learn more >

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Combined CCET + AAC

The AAC covers dyslexia and access arrangements for public examinations.
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Real Training brochure

Our brochure gives even more detailed information about the training courses.
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Test Discount Packages

Learn how to use tests well and buy up-to-date tests at a discount at the same time!
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FAQs

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