Professional Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing

The Professional Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing are guidelines that ensure tests are fair, accurate, and ethical. They set best practices for designing, administering, interpreting, and reporting test results. These standards aim to protect individuals from bias, ensure confidentiality, and promote validity—meaning the test measures what it claims to measure. Overall, they help professionals conduct assessments responsibly, providing trustworthy results that support fair decision-making in education and psychology.