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Objective
The purpose of this guide is to explain how to create a custom assessment using predefined job competencies through the Homologation mode, ensuring that evaluations are aligned with the specific profiles and requirements of each position.
Steps to Use This Section
Step 1: Access the "Create Your Assessment" Section
Start the process by clicking on the "Create Your Assessment" section from the platform's main dashboard. This option will take you to the area where you can customize assessments according to the position's requirements.
Step 2: Select the "Homologation" Option
Click the "Homologation" button to activate this specific feature, which allows you to manually add competencies according to the position's requirements.
Step 3: Define the Position and Add Competencies
Enter the job title and add each corresponding competency by clicking "Add". You can search for competencies by name or category to match the job profile.
Optional: Add a detailed description for each competency, which can help clarify the objectives of the assessment.
Step 4: Homologate the Competencies
Click the "Homologate" button so the system can match and relate the defined job competencies with the more than 250 competencies already integrated into the platform.
You have the option to add or remove competencies based on the competencies suggested by Testkokoro for that position. If you click "View All", all integrated competencies will appear, allowing you to search by name or category.
Step 5: Calibrate Competencies According to the Position Hierarchy
Calibrate the selected competencies according to the hierarchy or level of the position. This calibration allows you to adjust the difficulty level of each competency based on the role being evaluated, ensuring accurate and relevant results.
Enable the "Global Calibration" switch to apply the same hierarchy level to all added competencies.
Hierarchy levels range from Level 1 (most operational) to Level 8 (management level), allowing different types of positions to be evaluated.
NOTE: Although a specific hierarchy can be assigned to each competency individually, we recommend calibrating all competencies with the same hierarchy level to achieve a better fit with the position being evaluated.
Step 6: Add a Custom Description (Optional)
You may add a custom description to the assessment to specify details about the evaluation's purpose, the competencies being assessed, and any other relevant information.
Step 7: Save the Custom Assessment
Click "Save" to complete the setup. The assessment will automatically be saved in the "Library" section under the "Custom Assessments" category.
Key Features
Automatic Competency Association: When adding competencies, the system generates a list associated with the more than 250 competencies included in Kokoro, ensuring proper alignment according to the selected competencies.
Visual Identification: Custom assessments are highlighted in orange, making them easy to distinguish from other categories.
Calibration: Each competency can be adjusted with a specific hierarchy level. We recommend maintaining a consistent calibration across all competencies within an assessment, as this affects the benchmark used to determine the expected score. This approach ensures consistent evaluation parameters.
Assessment Duration and Competencies: Before saving an assessment, you can view the estimated duration along with the number of competencies included.
Tips and Best Practices
Consistent Calibration: Apply an appropriate and consistent hierarchy level to each competency to accurately assess skills according to the position level.
Balanced Duration: Consider both the average and maximum assessment times. For example, with an average duration of 14 minutes and a maximum of 32 minutes, including around 8 competencies provides a good balance between depth and completion time.
Clear Descriptions: Add specific descriptions to help evaluators and candidates understand the objectives and expectations of the assessment.
Common Errors and How to Avoid Them
Gaps in Evaluated Competencies:
Common Error: In the evaluated competencies report, the overall score and/or the scores for specific competencies may exceed the scale considered for job fit percentages.
Cause: This often occurs due to improper competency calibration. For example, if a competency is calibrated at a lower level than required for the job, the results may inaccurately reflect the candidate’s abilities.
Solution: Ensure that all competencies are calibrated correctly according to the job hierarchy. Maintaining this consistency is essential for obtaining accurate results and avoiding misinterpretation of candidate performance.
Inadequate Test Duration:
Common Error: Creating a test with too many competencies, which can extend the test duration beyond the recommended time.
Solution: Adjust the number of competencies to stay within the estimated time. This not only optimizes the candidate’s experience but also improves the efficiency of the evaluation process.