United States
Keyword
Psychometrist
Minimum B.A. (Psychology)
Minimum 0-2years of experience in a relevant field
The tasks a Psychometrist is expected to perform include:
Interpreting intelligence, aptitude, achievement and other psychological tests
Acquiring the necessary psychological tests and keeping them under personal custody
Administrating psychological tests to individuals, as required by the situation, under standard conditions
Timing tests and recording results
Interpreting test results in light of standard norms and limitations of the test in terms of variability and reliability
Engaging in the construction and standardization of psychological tests
Knowledge of human behaviour and performance
Knowledge of individual differences in ability, personality and interests
Knowledge of the assessment and treatment of behavioural and affective disorders
Familiar with the level of examination to be prepared for different patients
Knowledge of scientific research principles, practices and protocols
Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
Knowledge of different psychology tests
Skilled in the interpretation of psychological tests
Not applicable
Analytical bend of mind
Observant
Perseverant
Patient
Attention to detail
It is a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company
Shift system maybe available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs
No
This job is not considered hazardous or dangerous
One may develop occupational hazards such as eye stress, mental and physical strain, joint pain, etc. if not taken care of
For freshers - INR 12,500 to INR 20,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
The Market Trend of Education, Training & Research in India
According to IBEF, India is an important educational centre in the global education industry. India has more than 1.4 million schools and more than 35,000 higher education institutes. India has one of the largest higher education systems in the world and there is still a lot of potential for further development in the education system. India's online education market size is expected to touch US$ 40 billion by 2017. The RNCOS report titled, Booming Distance Education Market Outlook 2018 expects the distance education market in India to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 34 per cent from 2013-14 to 2017-18.
Employment opportunities are estimated to grow between 10 and 20%, which is faster than the average for all occupations. Opportunities are especially on the rise for those with a graduate/masters degree. The increased demand for psychological services in hospitals, schools, social service agencies, mental health centres, substance abuse treatment clinics and private companies is expected to drive the need for more trained psychologists. The growing awareness among parents and schools about how students' mental health and behavioural problems such as bullying, attention deficit disorders etc. can affect learning has increased the demand for psychologists in past decade. A plethora of job opportunities are available in the public as well asprivate sector. Therefore, the career of a Psychometrist has a bright future in India and opportunities are only going to rise in the coming years.
Hospitals/Clinics
Rehabilitation centres
Social welfare organizations
Cities and towns across India
Government and private institutes across India
Will be updated