120 hours

Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET)

Gain a BPS verified professional certificate of competence in educational and psychometric testing.

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Course Description

Elevate your career with the British Psychological Society verified Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET). This premier qualification has become the gold standard in educational testing and assessment. It is suitable for teachers, SENCo's, psychologists and anyone that is working with standardised educational tests. The course is packed with information and resoures designed to equip you with the practical and theoretical skills needed to effectively select, use, understand and interpret educational attainment and intelligence tests. Guided by experienced psychologists, you'll complete coursework and assignments including multiple-choice questions, administering tests, report writing, and short written responses You're never alone too - every participant is allocated a named tutor that will guide them on their learning journey. Gain an internationally recognized qualification that sets you apart in educational testing – join CCET today and step into a world of expertise.

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"Just completed the Certificate of Competence in Educational testing. It was the best course I ever attended, with excellent professional delivery and wonderful support while submitting work. Highly recommend to all teachers."

Mary O'Dowd, Post Primary Teacher

What's included in
this course.

Professional Qualification
Video Lessons
Downloadable Resources
Access on a tablet or phone
Certificate of Completion
Course Workbooks & Assignments
Personal Tutor
Available 24/7

What You'll Learn

This course is relevant to anyone who works in education but particularly suited to special education teachers or anyone working within the educational setting administering or interpreting psychometric or educational tests. A teaching qualification is recommended but not essential.

  • How to competently administer and score different psychometric tests (intelligence and attainment tests)
  • What test scores mean and which ones are best to use (standard scores, percentiles, Stens, Stanines, age equivalents)
  • Be able to analyse and understand standardised test results in order to make informed decisions and improve outcomes for students/clients
  • Can differentiate between good tests and not-so-good tests
  • Be able to properly and accurately measure progress in students/clients
  • Make better decisions for students/clients based on assessment results
  • How to clearly and confidently report test results and their meaning to others
  • How to read and understand psychological reports
  • How to write psychometric reports for parents and professionals
  • How to comply with data protection legislation when conducting psychometric tests
  • How to be a confident, competent and effective test user that can make a real difference in your student's/client's lives

Modules

The course starts at the very beginning and builds the participants' skills and knowledge as they progress through the course. The topics covered in the course are:

Module 1:

  • Administering and Scoring Tests
    • An introduction to testing and assessment
    • Different kinds of assessment tools and methods
    • How to Administer and Score Educational Tests

Module 2:

  • Understanding Standard Scores
    • Different scoring systems used in testing
    • Understanding standard scores including t scores, percentiles, age equivalents, Stens and Stanines and more.

Module 3:

  • What Makes a Good test
    • Reliability and Validity in testing
    • Test Standardisation

Module 4:

  • Factors affecting test results
    • Intelligence testing
    • Bias and Discrimination in testing

Module 5:

  • Interpreting & Communicating results
    • How to interpret score profiles and how to tell what's important and what's not
    • Communicating test results to parents, professionals and clients
    • Effective Report Writing

Teachers love our
Certificate of Competence in
Educational Testing

"Having completed the CCET, I would have no hesitation in recommending this course. The self-paced online format allows you to complete the course within your own timeframe. The video lectures are an excellent means of communicating the information. The quiz sections as well as the assignments provide an opportunity to put the theory into practice and deepen your learning. I am looking forward to future learning with Education Elephant."

Gillian Curry

"I have just completed the Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET) through Education Elephant. This was a very well structured and comprehensive course. The material was delivered in a clear and concise way. My Tutor provided me with excellent feedback, guidance and advice for the duration of the course. I would highly recommend this course and the Education Elephant Team."

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On Demand

  • Choose your own schedule
  • 120 hours of pre-recorded course material
  • Complete in 18 weeks or less
  • Attend optional live Q&A sessions

€1550

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Live Classes

  • Weekly Live Classes, online.
  • 120 hours of course material
  • Complete in 12 weeks
  • Online classes delivered via Zoom

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Frequently asked questions

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The course starts as soon as you login and enrol. It is a self-paced online course so you work through the material at your own pace. You have a tutor that will support you throughout and you have the opportunity to attend live tutorials throughout. You have 12 months to complete the assigned work and gain your qualification.
You have access to this course for 12 months across all devices - laptop and phone
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.
Yes - this course leads to a professional Certificate, awarded by the British Psychological Society (BPS) in standardised educational testing.
Yes - once enroled you will ne assigned a tutor that will support you throughout the course. All of the tutors are psychologists working in the field of assessment and testing.
This course is relevant to anyone who works in education but particularly suited to special education teachers or anyone working within the educational setting administering or interpreting psychometric or academic tests. A teaching qualification is recommended but not essential.