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Pre-Employment Testing for Small Business

Pre-employment testing for small businesses helps owners spot dependable, skilled applicants before hiring.

The Basic Employment Skills Test is a multiple-choice and includes four timed sections:

  • Grammar and Spelling – 15 questions (8 minutes)
  • Checking for Accuracy – 15 questions (4 minutes)
  • Basic Math – 10 questions (8 minutes)
  • Reading Comprehension – 5 questions (7 minutes)

It’s fast, easy to send, and gives info on who’s ready for the job.

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Why Use EmployTest’s Basic Employment Skills Test

Hiring mistakes are costly, especially for small companies. Our Basic Employment Skills Test checks their skills, before you hire.

Why it works:

  • Measures attention to detail, math, and reading skills
  • Prevents hiring candidates who can’t manage daily tasks
  • Simulates real job challenges for accurate assessments
  • Ideal for admin or entry level office roles
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Score Report: How It Helps Identify Top Applicants

The score report shows each applicant’s strengths by topic: math, grammar, reading, and attention to detail.

Each skill is scored and categorized by level (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced), so you know who’s prepared for real work. The report includes:

  1. Overall score and percentile ranking compared to other test takers
  2. Topic by topic breakdown, like subtraction, spelling, dates, and more
  3. Easy-to-scan layout for quick comparisons
  4. Time tracking to show how fast each section was completed

Each score report gives you a full picture of your candidate’s job readiness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of jobs can pre-employment testing for small businesses be used for?

The Basic Employment Skills Test fits roles like admin staff, customer service, clerical, and warehouse jobs. It helps employers spot candidates with strong communication, math, and accuracy skills.

How long does each test take and how fast can we get results?

Tests vary in duration but most tests take around 20 minutes. Results are available within minutes after the applicant finishes the test.

How much does this cost?

Pricing is simple and flexible as your needs change. Each test completed uses one test credit. (See pricing for credits)

Can I get a free sample before I purchase?

Yes, just visit Try for Free to provide your information and we’ll send a free sample of the test you request.

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