Supporting Materials
The following pages link to forms that a Test Security Agreement signer can use to request the various support materials that are available for IPMA-HR tests.
Support material for IPMA-HR tests is split into three different categories:
Read on for more information about these materials and why they are important, or click the links above to go directly to the request form.
Please note that we only provide these materials to individuals who have a signed Test Security Agreement on file. Please bear this in mind as you make your request.
Reading Lists
A reading list is the list of books that should be used by candidates to prepare to take an IPMA-HR promotional test. All of our promotional tests are knowledge-based and that knowledge comes from the books listed on each reading list.
We require that the Candidate Reading List be distributed to candidates for study purposes. We strongly recommend that the candidates have 60 days or more to study the books before they take the test, allowing an extra one to two weeks for candidates to obtain a copy of each book. It is important to remember that reading lists should not be posted year-round. Doing so would provide applicants with an unfair advantage. This would, in turn, invalidate the test results. Read more about reading lists and why they are important.
Technical Reports
A technical report provides detailed information on the job analysis, test development and validation process for a given series of tests. This is an essential document to review as you determine if an IPMA-HR test will be appropriate for your hiring or promotional process.
More information about how to use a technical report can be found in our FAQ ("How do I choose a test?") or by watching our help video on the steps to take in selecting a test.
Test Response Data Report
A test response data report presents test data gathered on candidates from jurisdictions that have used IPMA-HR tests previously. This includes information about passing points, score distributions from previous administrations and adverse impact.
You will likely want to review the test response data report for a given test as you determine how you will use the test in your selection process, which you can read more about in our free publication Considerations in Implementing Selection Procedures.