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The ACER Aptitude Assessments range helps organisations identify high-potential candidates by measuring abstract reasoning and critical reasoning for roles requiring problem-solving, logical thinking, and fast learning.

Whether you’re hiring graduates, entry-level staff, or future leaders, the ACER Aptitude Assessments provide a valid, efficient, and scalable solution for screening candidates. ACER assessments are most useful for screening large volumes, as they are cost-efficient.

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Our ACER Aptitude Assessments Range

The ACER Range

The ACER aptitude assessments evaluate fluid intelligence—the ability to think logically, recognise patterns, and solve novel problems. This is essential for roles that demand critical thinking, adaptability, and independent decision-making.

Our ACER aptitude assessments is particularly well-suited to blue-collar and technical roles, including large-scale hiring such as apprentice screening. It covers verbal, numerical, mechanical, and spatial reasoning—making it a versatile and powerful tool for assessing candidates in hands-on or trade-based environments.

Most ACER aptitude assessments take approximately 20 minutes to complete, with full batteries totalling around 60 minutes. Each assessment is multiple‑choice with one correct answer per question. Depending on the assessment type, questions may involve text passages, numerical data, diagrams, or patterns. Assessments are delivered online and can be taken remotely or in supervised settings, with practice questions provided before the timed, scored sections.

Most ACER aptitude assessments take ~20 minutes; full batteries around ~60 minutes total.
Multiple‑choice format with one correct answer per question.
Questions may involve text passages, numerical data, diagrams, or patterns depending on the assessment type.
Delivered online, either remotely or in supervised settings.
Includes practice questions before the timed, scored sections.

What Does ACER Measure?

Fluid Intelligence The ability to solve novel problems, think logically, and adapt to new situations.
Abstract Reasoning Recognising patterns and relationships without relying on language or prior knowledge.
Problem-Solving Ability Assessing how well candidates analyse information, identify solutions, and make sound decisions.
Adaptability & Learning Agility Gauging how quickly individuals can learn and apply new skills in changing environments.

Key Benefits?

Predict Job Performance Fluid intelligence is strongly linked to on-the-job success.
Improve Retention Hiring stronger candidates leads to better long-term performance and lower turnover.
Optimise High-Volume Recruitment Fast, scalable, and efficient for graduate intakes, entry-level roles, or bulk hiring campaigns.
Enable Data-Driven Decisions Clear reporting provides hiring managers with actionable insights into a candidate’s potential, capability, and trainability.

Why Choose ACER Aptitude Assessments?

Online & Accessible – Candidates complete the assessment online via desktop or tablet — no downloads needed.
Fast & Efficient – Typically completed in 5–30 minutes, ideal for high-volume recruitment.
Automated Scoring – Results are scored instantly and objectively.
Norm Referencing – Candidates are compared to job-relevant benchmarks using ACER’s 30+ norm groups.
Clear Reporting – Hiring managers receive simple, actionable reports highlighting potential, problem-solving skills, and suitability for roles.

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Who is this Assessment for?

Range of norm groups, including:

Apprentices
Professionals
Managers

Validity

Scientifically validated
Proven reliability for identifying candidates with strong reasoning and learning agility

Reporting

Benchmarking: Compares candidates against relevant norm groups

Simple Interpretation: Easy-to-read visuals and summary explanations

Shortlisting Support: Use scores to prioritise high-potential candidates quickly

No Psych Accreditation Required: Reports are designed for immediate use by HR teams and hiring managers

HIRE SMARTER WITH ACER APTITUDE ASSESSMENTS

Identify top talent faster with a proven cognitive ability assessment that predicts performance, supports diversity, and streamlines high-volume hiring.

FAQs

What are the ACER Aptitude Assessments?

The ACER Aptitude Assessments are psychometric assessments that measure abstract reasoning and fluid intelligence—key skills for learning, problem-solving, and adaptability in the workplace.

What do the assessments measure?

They evaluate a candidate’s ability to think logically, identify patterns, and solve novel problems. This makes it ideal for assessing cognitive potential rather than learned knowledge.

Who are they best suited for?

The assessments are commonly used for graduate recruitment, early-career roles, and leadership pipelines—any role requiring fast learners and strong decision-makers.

How long do the assessments take?

The assessments typically takes around 30 minutes to complete and are available in both timed and untimed formats.

Are the assessments language-free?

One of The ACER Aptitude Assessments is designed to be non-verbal, reducing cultural and language bias and making it more inclusive for diverse candidate pools.

Can the assessments be taken online?

Yes. They are delivered entirely online and are accessible via desktop or tablet with no downloads required.

What do the results show?

Participants receive an overall aptitude score. Results are benchmarked against relevant norm groups and are designed to be easy to interpret.

How does this help improve hiring?

By focusing on fluid intelligence, the ACER assessments predict job performance, learning potential, and future development capacity—helping you make better hiring decisions.