Abstract
A process of Psychological Assessment (AP) demands from the professional a wide domain of theories and methods recognized by the Psychological Science. When it comes to making psychological determinations about a person, the use of psychological tests has advantages over unjustified judgments motivated by individual experience. The results obtained by the use of standardized instruments are considered more reliable, more valid, more easily reproducible and more objective than an evaluation based only on the subjective analysis of an evaluator. However, the planning of this process is a crucial step for the quality of PA, which encompasses the task of choosing the tests and evaluation techniques appropriate to the psychologist’s goal, examinee context and knowledge. This article aims to help the organization and planning of the PA process focusing on choosing tests and psychological techniques in order to guide undergraduates and professionals with little approach to the field of PA. It is a theoretical study based on practical experience in different contexts and teaching practice. An illustrative flow chart is presented, which is explained through practical examples focused on three main areas of practice: clinic, transit and job selection. It is pointed out the relevance for reflection on the knowledge needed to carry out a PA process, considering the access to information by psychology professionals, understanding about the psychometric quality of the instruments and ethical care.
Keywords:
Psychological Assessment; Applied Psychology; Professional Training
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