Frequently Asked Questions
About assessments
An assessment is a psychological evaluation consisting of (online) tests and questionnaires. Lees verder »
Your (potential) employer may have various reasons for conducting an assessment. Lees verder »
Every assessment is tailor-made and therefore slightly different. But there are also similarities. Lees verder »
An interview is a personal conversation with one of our psychologists. Lees verder »
Practical simulations (or role plays) are the most interactive part of an assessment day. Lees verder »
Prior to the assignment, you are given time to prepare for the practical simulation. Lees verder »
Competencies refer to a certain type of behaviour that is important in a position. Lees verder »
Aptitude tests, or intelligence tests, are a standard part of an assessment day. Lees verder »
Aptitude tests are timed and must be completed in one go. Lees verder »
Personality questionnaires give the assessment psychologist an impression of the structure of your personality. Lees verder »
After your assessment, you will receive a report with the results within the agreed timeframe. Lees verder »
We only forward the report with your results to our client if you have given permission for this. Lees verder »
Yes, LTP applies the code of professional conduct of the Dutch Association of Psychologists (NIP). Lees verder »
Your data is treated with great care and confidentiality. Lees verder »
Assessment at LTP
When an appointment has been made with you for an assessment, you will receive an information leaflet. Lees verder »
If your programme includes an on-site assessment, you will be welcomed at reception upon arrival. You can then take a seat in the reception area and enjoy a coffee or tea while you wait. Lees verder »
On the day of the assessment, dress well-groomed, but do wear clothing you feel comfortable in. Lees verder »
Yes, bring your CV and make sure it is up to date. Other than that, you do not need to bring anything. Lees verder »
No, LTP provides lunch for you during an assessment day. Lees verder »
Paid parking is available close to every LTP office. Lees verder »
Online Scans
All components of an online assessment are completed on a secure website. Lees verder »
In case of technical problems, you can contact the LTP helpdesk. Lees verder »
We recommend that you contact your contact person/recruiter at the organisation for which you are taking the scan. Lees verder »
You are expected to activate your account yourself and choose a password. Lees verder »
This is determined by the client. Lees verder »
If you have dyslexia, this may affect your performance on online scans. Lees verder »
It may be that you will complete part of the assessment on location. Lees verder »
An online game is a test in the form of an online game, comparable to a practical simulation. Lees verder »
Aptitude tests cannot be taken on a tablet or a mobile phone. Lees verder »
For an online scan that you can complete at home or at your workplace, you will receive an invitation by e-mail. Lees verder »
An online scan consists of one or more online tests and questionnaires. Lees verder »
Your (potential) employer may have various reasons for conducting an online scan or assessment. Lees verder »
An online scan or assessment is a psychological evaluation consisting of (online) tests and questionnaires. Lees verder »
LTP was founded in 1927 and is the oldest HR consultancy firm in the Netherlands. Lees verder »
There can be various reasons for this. Lees verder »
You can complete an online scan anywhere you have access to a computer and a properly working internet connection. Lees verder »
Make sure you are aware of the purpose of the scan. Lees verder »
Pre- and post-care
This is possible, but it may involve costs for the employer. Lees verder »
It may happen that you are not entirely satisfied with how your assessment was conducted or with your report. Lees verder »
Yes, 'Assessment doen' by Bas Kok & Ferry de Jongh, also available as an e-book. Lees verder »
An interview is a personal conversation with a psychologist. An interview is often structured as follows… Lees verder »
Yes, LTP offers candidates the opportunity to prepare via a special practice site. Lees verder »
Make sure you are aware of the purpose of the assessment. Lees verder »
LTP Chatlab / AI-powered assessment
LTP ChatLab is part of the assessment in which you have an online conversation with an AI avatar. During this conversation, you respond to realistic work situations and show how you think, act and make choices. Lees verder »
No. LTP ChatLab supports the measurement of behaviour, but an LTP NIP psychologist assesses and discusses the outcomes. No automatic decision is made based on LTP ChatLab. Lees verder »
Yes. LTP ChatLab is always followed by an in-depth interview with an LTP NIP psychologist. LTP ChatLab is intended to make behaviour and competencies visible in a structured way, but it does not replace the interview. Lees verder »
Your answers are used to analyse behaviour and competencies as part of the assessment. This is done on the basis of predefined, scientifically grounded criteria. Lees verder »
Yes. Your data is stored carefully and securely in accordance with applicable privacy legislation, including the GDPR. LTP ChatLab is also designed in line with the framework of the European AI Act, which sets strict requirements for transparency, human oversight and risk management in AI applications used in the HR domain. Lees verder »
No. LTP ChatLab does not make decisions. It supports the assessment of behaviour and competencies, but the outcomes are always discussed and interpreted by an NIP psychologist from LTP. Lees verder »
Yes. You can familiarise yourself with LTP ChatLab in advance and experience what it is like to have a conversation with an AI avatar. This is intended to help you become comfortable with the format and the way the interaction works, not to prepare you for any “right answers.” Lees verder »
That is completely normal. Many participants say they find LTP ChatLab less stressful than a live role play because they can complete it in their own familiar environment and are not sitting directly opposite an actor or interviewer. Lees verder »
You can always discuss this during the in-depth interview with an NIP psychologist from LTP. The outcomes of LTP ChatLab provide input for the assessment, but they are not a fixed or automated judgement. Lees verder »
Yes. Once LTP ChatLab has been completed, the results are included in your assessment report. These are not presented as literal ChatLab scores or underlying AI outputs, but they do provide insight into how your behaviour has been assessed. Upon request, we can share additional underlying information. Lees verder »
If you experience technical issues while using LTP ChatLab, please contact our helpdesk directly. They will assist you as quickly as possible. Lees verder »
Your invitation and any further communication about the assessment will clearly indicate whether LTP ChatLab is part of your programme. Lees verder »
The data processed within LTP ChatLab is stored within the European Union. LTP does not use data centres outside the EU, such as those located in the United States. This is a deliberate choice to comply with the GDPR and to ensure the highest possible level of protection for personal data. Lees verder »
The time required for LTP ChatLab is limited and depends on the specific version used within your assessment. Each component generally takes around 10 minutes to complete. Before your assessment, you will receive clear information… Lees verder »
LTP ChatLab can be completed either at home or on location. It is an online component that can be completed independently of time and place, allowing you to take part from wherever you feel most comfortable, provided you have a stable internet connection and a quiet environment. Lees verder »
The lead time from the initial request to the delivery of the assessment report is generally shorter for an AI-powered assessment than for a traditional assessment. However, the exact timeline depends on the planning and the specific type of assessment process. Lees verder »
LTP attaches great importance to quality and care in the delivery of assessments. If you are not satisfied with the content of the assessment, the process or the way you were treated, it is advisable to first discuss this with the employee who conducted the assessment, as a conversation often provides clarity. Lees verder »
Frenzy Fest
Frenzy Fest is played digitally. Use a laptop or desktop computer. Lees verder »
Yes. As with all assessments at LTP, your data is treated confidentially and is only used for the agreed purpose of the assessment, in accordance with applicable privacy legislation. You can read more about this in LTP’s privacy statement. Veelgestelde vragen Lees verder »
The game takes about 60 minutes on average. You will receive clear instructions in advance about when and how to play the game. Lees verder »
No problem. The game is designed so that different ways of acting are possible. Try to recover as quickly as possible. Everything you do — and also what you do not do — provides information for the assessment. Lees verder »
The game includes moments of time pressure and a lot of information, because this resembles the reality of many roles. At the same time, Frenzy Fest is designed so that participants often experience it as recognisable and even enjoyable. Lees verder »
No, specific preparation is not necessary and is not desirable. The aim of the game is to make your natural way of working visible. Lees verder »
If you completed the Online Scan at home and also completed Frenzy Fest, you can immediately view your results in the assessment portal. Lees verder »
Frenzy Fest focuses on control and coordination skills: skills that determine how you organise and direct work in complex situations. Lees verder »
In Frenzy Fest, you take on the role of coordinator of a large event. Lees verder »
In many roles, it is important to maintain oversight, set priorities and continue to act effectively under pressure. Frenzy Fest was developed to make precisely that behaviour visible. Lees verder »
Frenzy Fest is an assessment game that may be part of an assessment at LTP. In the game, you are placed in a dynamic work simulation in which you must deal with time pressure, multiple tasks arriving at the same time and unexpected situations. Lees verder »
