Talent assessments and skills evaluations are part of the process when you apply with a staffing agency. Your recruiter to be able to ensure to their clients that the temporary employees they send have the necessary skills for the job. How exactly can you prepare for these tests? Here are some ideas of things you can brush up on before taking the assessments.

• Reading comprehension, grammar, and spelling. Basic language, writing, and communication skills are essential for most job opportunities. Practice by reading stories on the internet and recalling the important information to your friends. You can test yourself by reviewing the story to see what you got wrong. Spelling and grammar will also be important so study up on the basics.
• Basic bath and numbers. Measurements, calculations, and story problems are also required for some tests. You may also need to recall or transcribe a series of numbers properly. Review some math tutorials on-line or study at the local library.
• Typing and data entry. General office and administrative positions frequently depend on data entry or typing skills. Data entry can either be numeric, which will only use the numbers keypad, or alpha numeric to include letters and numbers. The tests evaluate how quickly and accurately you are able to enter information. Typing is similar but uses only the QWERTY keyboard. While some companies want a certain speed, the most important aspect is accuracy.
• Software skills. Required computer skills will vary based on the client’s needs. Testing can include basic Microsoft Office or more specialized programs for image creation, accounting, or computer programming. Focus on the skills you already have and make sure your experience is up to date. If you use an older version of the software it may benefit you to replace it and learn the changes.

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