Certificate of Competence in Occupational Testing Level B Intermediate (NEO PI-R)

Aims and objectives

The Level B is a BPS-verified course qualifying you in personality theory, assessment and interpretation.  Successful completion allows you to purchase and practise in the NEO PI-R, which is rapidly becoming the preferred personality tool across the public sector and is the only choice for middle to senior level recruitment and personal development in the UK.  Delegates become practitioners through the process of learning the background and theory of the NEO Personality Inventory.

Content

The course is designed to build on the concepts from Level A by introducing personality theory and associated assessment methods.  Delegates are trained in the selection, application and feedback of personality measures and to specialise in the NEO personality measure (see below).  The content covers many aspects of personality theory from personality assessment to test administration.  Delegates work through case studies, worksheets, exercises, self-assessments, post course assignments and practical work by administering, scoring and providing feedback (written and oral).

About the NEO Personality Inventory

The NEO PI-R is internationally recognised as the ‘gold standard’ instrument with which to measure personality.  It can be used across a broad range of occupations and is often most suited for middle to senior management assessments where a comprehensive description of temperament and behavioural style is required for informed selection, internal promotion and individual development decisions.

The NEO PI-R is a detailed measure of business related personality traits describing personality across five broad domains and thirty underlying facets.  The 240-item questionnaire is available in software/online format, where users can access the results as an automatically-produced, detailed narrative report.  A paper and pencil version NEO PI-R is available.

The high amount of detail gained from the questionnaire provides a platform for substantial investigation into an individual’s behavioural style and temperament.  The five broad domains measured are Extraversion; Negative Emotion; Openness to Experience; Agreeableness and Conscientiousness.  The five-factor model delivers informed data applicable to working style, leadership style, team style, training needs, conflict resolution, decision-making style and stress management.

For situations where a shorter version of the NEO PI-R is required, the NEO FFI is available.  This consists of 60 items and provides information on the five major domains.  Where information for team development is required, the NEO 4 is recommended.  In this version the Neuroticism domain has been removed since it may cause participants to be less willing to discuss their profiles with each other.

Outline

Course materials

All course materials are included in the course fee.  The course includes a complimentary NEO PI-R Guide to Interpretation book.

Discounts with UK test publisher

All individuals training in the NEO with RFL are eligible for an exclusive 10% discount from Hogrefe on your first purchase of NEO test materials.  Please speak to our training co-ordinator, Leyla Hayes-Wright (0208 977 4097) for further information.

Assessment

In order to gain the certificate, delegates must complete written and practical coursework.  Practical coursework is set throughout, along with a post-course assignment. 

Delegates are also required to complete a registration form (provided by RFL) to send to Hogrefe, the UK licenser of the NEO family of tests.

Qualification achieved

Successful trainees gain the British Psychological Society-regulated Level B Certificate of Competence in Occupational Testing.  . 

Choose the course format that suits you best

In-house course (3 days + 1 follow-up day).  Please contact us for further details regarding pricing. 

• Convenient and cost-effective.

• Courses are adapted for organisational requirements.

• Training for between four and six delegates at a time.

• Total immersion in the subject.

Distance learning course £995 + VAT (including NEO PI-R – A Guide to Interpretation and Feedback in a Work Context book)

• Learn at your own pace in your own environment.

• You agree with us a schedule of times for completing and sending in  your coursework.

• Allocated tutor for supervision and help when you need it.

• Attend a one-day workshop on practical elements.

• Opportunity to share views and ideas with other trainees.

Please contact us on 020 8977 4097 or email leyla@rachelfrost.co.uk to request a course booking form or click to download a booking form.

NEO Conversion

For those who already hold their Level B qualification, we also offer a one-day NEO Conversion Course covering background information on the NEO, the NEO family of tests, test administration, interpretation and feedback.