Psychometrist
Administration and scoring of psychological and psychometric tests.
They commonly help with
- Administering scholastic and cognitive assessments
- Administering career and aptitude assessments
What they cannot do
- Cannot independently interpret results, diagnose, or provide psychotherapy.
- Cannot prescribe medication — that is a psychiatrist or medical doctor.
Works under the supervision of a registered psychologist.
Often confused with
Educational Psychologist
A Psychometrist may administer parts of an assessment at lower cost, but interpretation and the report come from a supervising psychologist.
Learn more about Educational PsychologistsClinical Psychologist
A Psychometrist administers and scores tests; a psychologist interprets them and makes a diagnosis where one applies.
Learn more about Clinical PsychologistsWhere they usually work
Private practice · Schools · Organisations
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