Delivered by experienced Occupational Psychologists working within the careers guidance arena, this workshop will discuss the effective use of psychometrics. In the workplace, psychometrics are often seen as the preserve of big business with big budgets to spend on graduate and management recruitment. During the workshop, we will explore some of the opportunities and limitations of using psychometric measures with young people. Using Holland typology as a starting point we will also consider the current state of personality psychology and psychometrics. Participants will have the opportunity to look at a relevant online personality measure and its application in different settings. You will also be able to take away a 'psychometrics checklist' to use when considering buying or using tools or getting involved in occupational testing training.
Sharan Gohel C.Psychol is a highly experienced occupational psychologist who has been working in the guidance sector for a number of years, experienced in designing and working with psychometric tools for young people and adults. She is committed to the use and application of psychometrics for personal and professional development.
Ross Kirkham is an experienced Careers Advisor having worked with adults and young people (specifically young offenders and graduates) in the U.K and the Middle East. He is passionate about working with psychometrics through careers guidance and recently won a national award for guidance research with the Institute of Careers Guidance. | 
