Psychometric Tests – Sergeant to Inspector Competition
Why Choose GardaIP?
- Comprehensive 25+ hours of study
- Created by expert tutors – Noel-John McLoughlin is qualified to British Psychological Society standards in Psychometric Testing
- Timed tests to mirror Test conditions
- Practice at your own pace around your own schedule – in your own home!
- Slick and professional online learning platform – can be used on any device
- Course Content expertly designed by former Superintendent Noel McLoughlin
- Our tutorials are sharp, concise, and mirror the conditions you will encounter with the real thing with the Public Appointments Service
Tutorial 1 – Verbal Reasoning
- A Verbal Reasoning test is a form of Psychometric assessment
- The Verbal Reasoning Test measures your ability to understand written passages and the logical evaluation of an argument.
- In this test you are given a passage of text that is followed by several statements. Your task is to evaluate the statements in light of the information or opinions contained in the passage and to select your answer.
- Our comprehensive Tutorial includes:
- Overview of the Test including expert tips, common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Detailed Explainer Tutorial explaining the key concepts behind the Verbal Reasoning test
- 12 x Timed Practice Tests
- Includes 2 x Long form Tests (60 Q’s in each Test)
- Instant feedback & rationale on your Answers
Tutorial 2 – Numerical Reasoning
- A Numerical Reasoning test is a form of Psychometric assessment
- Candidates normally required to work with graphs, tables and charts to identify key facts and figures, and apply the correct logic to form an answer in response to a worded question
- Our tutorial is designed to demonstrate common techniques and assist you to understand and apply them.
- Our comprehensive Tutorial includes:
- Overview of the Test including expert tips, common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Expert Explainer Videos – step by step we walk you through the concepts & patterns
- 10 x Timed Practice Tests – including 5 x long form Tests – mirrors the timing of PAS Tests
- Instant feedback and rationale on your Answers
Tutorial 3 – Situational Judgement Test
- A Situational Judgement test is a form of Psychometric assessment
- This test is designed to measure your judgement and ability to make appropriate and effective decisions when in situations you are likely to face in the role you are applying for.
- This Situational Judgement Test attempts to identify what you would most likely do in a typical situation that you could face as a Garda Inspector.
- The scenarios reflect critical aspects of the job where a Garda Inspector has to demonstrate his leadership skills.
- Our comprehensive Tutorial includes:
- Overview of the Test including expert tips, common pitfalls, and how to avoid them
- 3 x Timed Practice Tests with detailed rationale behind each answer
- Instant feedback and detailed rationale for the answer