Guides: Tests and Measures Research Guide: Ethical Guidelines

Ethics of assessment

Many professional organizations have developed ethical guidelines or professional standards related to assessment and the use of tests and measures.

Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct
From the American Psychological Association.
NASP Professional Standards
Adopted by the National Association of School Psychologists in 2010 and in effect Jan. 1, 2011.
NEA Code of Ethics
From the National Education Association.
CEC Ethical Principles for Special Education Professionals
From the Council for Exceptional Children.
Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing
Published by the American Psychological Assn., American Educational Research Assn. and the National Council on Measurement in Education in 1999. A revision is underway. Mullen Stacks LB 3051 A693 1999