There are thousands of psychological assessment tools available to students, researchers, and practitioners. Some of these tools are available free to the general public, some need to be requested directly from the authors, while others are commercially available only from the test publisher.
This guide will help you understand how to find tests. both published and unpublished, that measure a certain trait or aptitude, how to find reviews of the tests, and how to track down copies of the instruments
Published tests or measurements are available for purchase from the test publisher. Certification or permission from the publisher and author(s) may be required to administer these tests.
Unpublished tests or measurements are not available commercially but may be included in articles, studies and dissertations. These tests are also under copyright and may require requesting permission to use these tests
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Testing And Assessment
From the American Psychological Association Science Directorate
FAQ: Finding Information About Psychological Tests
APA neither sells nor endorses testing instruments, but it does provide guidance in using available resources to find psychological tests.
Statement on the Use of Secure Psychological Tests in the Education of Graduate and Undergraduate Psychology Students
The Committee on Psychological Tests and Assessment (CPTA) encourages the education of undergraduate and graduate psychology students in the appropriate and ethical use of psychological tests and assessment instruments.
