Apprentice 8.0

The Apprentice 8.0 Job-Focused Assessment is designed for entry-level positions appropriate for countries and industries that use an apprenticeship model.  See the Apprentice +8.0 too.

The Apprentice 8.0 is intended to be used multinationally for organisations whose business spans across regions.

Potential job titles that use this JFA include:

• Apprentice Electrician
• Apprentice Pharmacy Services Assistant
• Apprentice Healthcare Support Worker
• Apprentice Teaching Assistant
• Apprentice Roofer
• Apprentice Customer Service Practitioner

This JFA includes the Apprentice Relevant Experiences Scale. This scale measures Relevant Experiences in a short, multiple-choice questions assessment that asks candidates to reflect on their past experiences in internships, class projects, volunteer work, or other similar experiences. The Apprentice Relevant Experiences Scale is not offered as a standalone assessment; as part of the JFA, the Apprentice Relevant Experiences Scale is paired with a behavioral assessment that covers additional competencies.

Job levels – Apprentice
Language – English (US), German
Average Testing Time (minutes) – 20 minutes
Maximum Number of Questions – 91 questions
Designed for Unproctored Environment – Yes
Test Type – Forced Choice, Multiple Choice

What It’s Best Used For

This multinational assessment is best used by organizations spanning across multiple regions to evaluate core soft skills, character, and learning potential before investing time and money into employee training.

• Targeting Entry-Level Roles: It is ideal for vetting candidates across a wide range of trades and helper positions, such as Apprentice Electricians, Healthcare Support Workers, Teaching Assistants, Pharmacy Assistants, and Roofers.
• Evaluating Workplace Potential: The test explicitly scores an applicant’s baseline capability to handle multiple tasks, get along with teammates, work toward goals, and maintain high quality standards.
• Verifying On-The-Job Reliability: It measures vital daily habits like time management, scheduling efficiency, and whether a candidate attends work punctually and communicates delays reliably.
• Identifying Fast Learners: The assessment targets individuals who can absorb new information quickly and master complex technical techniques with ease.
• Remote Screening Security: Built specifically for unproctored environments, hiring managers can confidently administer it remotely and receive an immediate online report.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Measured

• Apprentice Potential: This is a measure of potential for success across industry and functional area. This trait is characterized by the ability to work well with others, respond appropriately to problem situations, complete work on time, and work towards goals.
• Listens Attentively: This measures the extent to which the candidate listens patiently and attentively.
• Accepts Others: This measures the extent to which the candidate appreciates different viewpoints and is non-judgmental.
• Shows Courtesy: This measures the extent to which the candidate shows courtesy and is polite to others.
• Creates a Positive Impression: This measures the extent to which the candidate manages their own behavior to create a positive impression.
• Uses Time Efficiently: This measures the extent to which the candidate manages their own time and delivers work on schedule.
• Learns Quickly: This measures the extent to which the candidate absorbs new information and masters new techniques easily.
• Attends to Multiple Tasks: This measures the extent to which the candidate attends to and delivers on multiple tasks effectively.
• Works to High Quality Standards: This measures the extent to which the candidate completes every task with a high degree of quality.
• Attends to Work Reliably: This measures the extent to which the candidate attends to work punctually and reliably, and communicates upcoming delays or absences.