Basic Computer Knowledge Test

If the job requires basic computer proficiency, this test will help you identify a candidate’s knowledge gaps.

Pre-Employment Test

Purpose: This test measures a candidate’s familiarity with terms and functions related to common work-related computer tasks such as opening files and saving documents, printing, using the internet and recognizing various office-based applications. The Basic Computer Knowledge test should be used where employees need basic computer literacy to effectively do their jobs.

About the Test: This test consists of 20 questions. The test is untimed.

What the Report Gives You: The report provides an overall score with interpretive guidelines.

High Scorers: People scoring high on the Basic Computer Knowledge Test should be familiar with the computer-oriented terms and aspects of their jobs, and as a result, require less supervision or training for simple computer tasks.

Low Scorers: People scoring low on the Basic Computer Knowledge Test are likely to have a minimal understanding of computer terms and functions and need more training and supervision, even for simple tasks.

Testing process: Online aptitude testing provides immediate reporting. Proctoring is desirable but not required.

Validity Information: Content validity based on Subject Matter Expert reports of job content. Scores are reported as “Percent Correct.”