General Cognitive Ability influences how quickly a person can learn and adapt, and how well they can understand and solve problems. Testing these skills can help you make the most of your people’s potential and give your organisation the edge.

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What does GCAT measure?

This test, registered with and rated Excellent by the British Psychological Society, measures abstract, numerical and verbal reasoning to establish a person’s general mental ability.

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Why is it important?

Assessing and understanding general cognitive ability allows you you hire more effectively, place the right people in the right roles, and reveal the members of your organisation with high potential so that none of your talent goes to waste.

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Reliability & Validity

The GCAT shows strong reliability. If retested under similar conditions, the results are consistent.

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The tool also has very high validity. This means it’s precise in reflecting the qualities you have set out to measure. This has held up over years of research findings and business practice around the world. The reliability and validity of the GCAT has been verified by members of the British Psychological Society and achieved an overall rating of Excellent.

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Our certification

Our BPS accredited and ICF accredited training qualifies you to administer and interpret the Podium365 Suite of assessments, including the GCAT assessment. You will become fully certified to administer and interpret the General Cognitive Ability Test to your organisation’s current and potential people. KinchLyons will provide on-going support so that you can use the tool confidently and creatively.

Training qualifies you for 25 CCE points.