Methods of Assessing the Disadvantaged in Manpower Programs: a Review and Analysis

Methods of Assessing the Disadvantaged in Manpower Programs: a Review and Analysis
Author: Thomas E. Backer
Publisher:
Total Pages: 188
Release: 1973
Genre: Educational tests and measurements
ISBN:

Review and analysis of recently developed evaluation techniques for the performance recording of low income or minority group trainees enrolled in various vocational training programmes in the USA - appraises current practices and testing methods for predicting workers adaptation, success, etc., considers several new approaches, and includes recommendations for further research. Annotated bibliography pp. 148 to 174.

The Oxford Handbook of Organizational Psychology, Volume 1

The Oxford Handbook of Organizational Psychology, Volume 1
Author: Steve W. J. Kozlowski
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 786
Release: 2012-06-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0199928304

Organizational psychology is the science of psychology applied to work and organizations. This is the first of two volumes which compiles knowledge in organizational psychology, encapsulates key topics of research and application, and summarizes important research findings.

Psychological Testing in the Service of Disability Determination

Psychological Testing in the Service of Disability Determination
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2015-06-29
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0309370930

The United States Social Security Administration (SSA) administers two disability programs: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), for disabled individuals, and their dependent family members, who have worked and contributed to the Social Security trust funds, and Supplemental Security Income (SSSI), which is a means-tested program based on income and financial assets for adults aged 65 years or older and disabled adults and children. Both programs require that claimants have a disability and meet specific medical criteria in order to qualify for benefits. SSA establishes the presence of a medically-determined impairment in individuals with mental disorders other than intellectual disability through the use of standard diagnostic criteria, which include symptoms and signs. These impairments are established largely on reports of signs and symptoms of impairment and functional limitation. Psychological Testing in the Service of Disability Determination considers the use of psychological tests in evaluating disability claims submitted to the SSA. This report critically reviews selected psychological tests, including symptom validity tests, that could contribute to SSA disability determinations. The report discusses the possible uses of such tests and their contribution to disability determinations. Psychological Testing in the Service of Disability Determination discusses testing norms, qualifications for administration of tests, administration of tests, and reporting results. The recommendations of this report will help SSA improve the consistency and accuracy of disability determination in certain cases.

Intake and Assessment

Intake and Assessment
Author: United States. Employment and Training Administration
Publisher:
Total Pages: 54
Release: 1978
Genre: Manpower policy
ISBN:

Administrative Careers with America (ACWA)

Administrative Careers with America (ACWA)
Author: Arco
Publisher: Arco
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2002-11-15
Genre: Study Aids
ISBN: 9780768908671

The Administrative Careers With America (ACWA) exam is the test required for thousands of entry-level administrative, professional, and technical positions with the federal government. This guide offers the only preparation available, providing everything test-takers need to launch rewarding government careers.