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Index Of PSC Assessment Tools
General Information
- Test order form and instructions are available on the Internet at:
http://extranet.psc-cfp.gc.ca/ppc-cpp/admin_manuals/admin_manuals-eng.htm - No test can be rewritten within the same appointment process.
- Candidates can rewrite a test only after the retest period has elapsed. The most recent score then becomes the only valid result.
- Scores are valid for an indefinite period of time and managers usually accept previous test results. However, managers have the prerogative to request candidates to rewrite if the retest period, where applicable, has elapsed. Exception: GIT 310, GIT 320 - manager must accept previous results.
- The Minimum Pass Mark is the lowest pass mark that may be used for a test. Managers should set a higher pass mark according to their needs. Managers' guides for setting pass marks are available for many PSC tools. To obtain advice and assistance regarding the setting of the pass mark, please call 613-992-9741. Note that for the GIT 310 and GIT 320, the pass mark is set and cannot be altered.
- External candidates can be assessed on the tests referred to below only within the context of an appointment process in the Federal Government of Canada.
- The PPC determines test accommodations for all PSC tools for candidates with disabilities. You must contact the PPC Consultation Services at (613) 992-9741.
- There should be a good fit between a department's Statement of Merit Criteria and the qualification(s) measured by the tool(s) selected.
Note: The following index includes general guidelines regarding the use of PSC tests. Any exceptions must be approved by the PPC Consultation Services at (613) 992-9741.
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| Abilities Tests/Qualification(s) Assessed | Test # | Min Pass Mark |
Retest Period |
Admin. Support |
Officer | Mgr. |
| Data Conversion Aptitude Test Aptitude for rapid and precise data entry |
17A | 23 | 180 days |
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| Grammar, Spelling and Punctuation Test (GSPAT) Ability to identify and correct grammar, spelling and punctuation errors in existing English text at the level equivalent to completion of 2 years of secondary school |
120 | 45 | 30 days |
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| Examen d'orthographe, de grammaire et de ponctuation (EOGEP) Ability to identify and correct grammar, spelling and punctuation errors in existing French text at the level equivalent to completion of 2 years of secondary school |
220 | 45 | 30 days |
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| Office Skills Test (OST) Ability to perform essential clerical tasks quickly and accurately |
200 | 35 | 180 days |
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| Office Skills Test: Filing (OST - Filing) Ability to accurately and quickly arrange items in alphabetical, numerical, and chronological order |
201 | 9 | 30 days |
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| Office Skills Test: Arithmetic (OST - Arithmetic) Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers with speed and accuracy |
202 | 10 | 30 days |
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| Office Skills Test: Checking (OST - Checking) Ability to perceive similarities and differences between sets of information quickly and accurately |
203 | 9 | 30 days |
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| Office Skills Test: Coding (OST Coding) Ability to code and decode with speed and accuracy |
204 | 7 | 30 days |
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| Office Skills Test: Vocabulary (OST - Vocabulary) Ability to understand words and their relationships to one another |
205 | 10 | 30 days |
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| Office Skills Test: Following Directions (OST - Following Directions) Ability to understand and follow written directions |
206 | 7 | 30 days |
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| General Administration Test (GAT) Ability to perform basic administrative tasks |
380 | 35 | 90 days |
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| Written Communication Test (WCT) Ability to write in a clear, logical and concise manner in English |
345 | 180 days |
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| Examen de communication écrite (ECÉ) Ability to write in a clear, logical and concise manner in French |
355 | 180 days |
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| Written Communication Proficiency Test (WCPT) Ability to communicate in writing in English |
351 | 180 days |
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| Examen de compétence en communication écrite (ECCÉ) Ability to communicate in writing in French |
353 | 180 days |
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| Situational Judgement Test (SJT) Ability to use judgement to solve problems in work-related situations |
318 | 60 | 180 days |
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| Knowledge Test/Expertise Assessed | Test # | Min Pass Mark |
Retest Period |
Admin. Support |
Officer | Mgr. |
| Appointment Framework Knowledge Test (AFKT) Expertise in the PSC Appointment Framework |
901 | 30 | 180 days |
HR Specialist |
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| Cognitive Ability Tests/ Qualification(s) Assessed |
Test # | Min Pass Mark |
Retest Period |
Admin. Support |
Officer | Mgr. |
| General Intelligence Test (GIT) Grade 12 Ability to use reasoning skills to solve problems at the level normally required to complete secondary school |
320 | 80 | 180 days |
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| General Intelligence Test (GIT) University Ability to use reasoning skills to solve problems at the level typically associated with the completion of university (undergraduate) |
310 | 68 | 180 days |
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| General Competency Test: Level 1 (GCT1) Ability to use reasoning skills to solve problems at the level required for administrative support positions |
207 | 19 | 180 days |
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| General Competency Test: Level 2 (GCT2) Ability to use reasoning skills to solve problems at the level required for officer level positions |
314 | 51 | 180 days |
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| Work Sample Instruments/ Merit Criteria Statement |
Test # | Min Pass Mark |
Retest Period |
Admin. Support |
Officer | Mgr. |
| Managerial In-Basket Exercise (Senior level) Ability to Manage (consult information on the PPC website) |
810 | 10 | 180 days |
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| Middle Manager In-Basket Exercise Ability to Manage (consult information on the PPC website) |
820 | 12 | 180 days |
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| Middle Management Situational Exercise (MMSE) Ability to Manage (consult information on the PPC website) |
840 | 180 days |
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| Simulations (Supervisors, Team Leaders, Supervisor, HR Advisors, Middle Managers, Senior Managers, Program Advisors, Senior Science Managers) Various (e.g. Leadership, Human Resource Management, Behavioural Flexibility, Action Management, Thinking Skills, Consultation, Initiative, Team Coordination/Building, Interpersonal Relations). Consult information on the PPC website. Assessor training on use of the simulation is available upon request The use of these assessment instruments must be approved by the Personnel Psychology Centre's Consultation Services at (613) 992-9741 |
410 428 445 757 758 859 861 |
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Note 1 - Results on Simulations are process-specific and therefore, as a rule, cannot be applied to other competitions.
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Officer | Manager |
| Simulations for the Selection of Executives Assesses aspects of the Key Leadership Competencies for entry to the EX cadre. Selection only |
SELEX | 180 days |
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| Simulations for the Identification of Leadership Assesses developmental needs as defined by Key Leadership Competencies required at the Director level. Selection to a training program only or Development |
SIL | 180 days |
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| Identification of Middle Management Potential Assesses competencies at the middle manager level. Selection or Development |
IMMP | 180 days |
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| Assessment Centre for Senior Executives Level 03 Part of assessment process for EX-03 positions in Indian & Northern Affairs. May be used by other departments. Selection The use of these assessment instruments must be approved by the Personnel Psychology Centre's Consultation Services at (613) 992-9741 |
AC for EX-03 |
180 days |
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| Other | Tool | Retest Period |
Officer | Manager |
| Structured Reference Checks Various |
RC | N/A | |
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| 360° Feedback Compares self-assessment of own Key Leadership competencies with assessment by other significant persons e.g. superior, peers, staff, etc Costs vary depending on number of participants. Used in a context of career development only. |
360 | N/A | |
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| Identification of Paths to EX Development A package of services and assessment tools used to help participants acquire a better understanding of their potential and their leadership style and capabilities. Used in a context of career development only. The use of these assessment instruments must be approved by the Personnel Psychology Centre |
IPEX | N/A | |
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