An extract from our ebook- Psychological Profiling
WHEN AND WHY DO WE CARRY OUT PROFILING?
Assessments of various types may be conducted throughout a person’s life, but an individual profile is usually carried out when there is a specific need. For example, intelligence tests may be given to children at certain stages in their school career. An aptitude test may be given to someone when they are applying for a new job. A forensic profile analysis may be carried out when a person is charged with certain crimes, and so on.