What Is Ramsay Corporation? The Company Behind the Ramsay Tests

Ramsay Corporation is a human resources consulting firm and employment test publisher. Roland T. Ramsay, a licensed psychologist and Diplomate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, founded it in Pennsylvania in 1973.

Ramsay Corporation develops pre-employment assessments for industrial maintenance and production roles and specializes in evaluating skilled and technical workers. They also help businesses staff new facilities. Its assessments are commonly used by industrial, processing, and distribution companies to evaluate job candidates.

Ramsay Corporation offers hundreds of employment assessments, including:

• Pre-employment tests to evaluate candidates before hiring.
• Promotional tests to assess existing employees for new roles.
• Custom assessments designed around an employer's specific requirements.

These tests cover everything from basic workplace skills to mechanical and technical knowledge. Ramsay Corporation also maintains a database of around 30,000 questions used to develop its assessments.

According to a white paper published by Ramsay Corporation, it has served more than 4,000 clients, including approximately one-third of the Fortune 100.

Ramsay Corporation publishes hundreds of assessments to evaluate candidates in maintenance, electrical, and mechanical roles. They incorporate a broad range of knowledge, from interpersonal abilities to technical assessments.

Here are the main categories of Ramsay Corporation tests.

These job knowledge tests assess whether candidates possess the technical skills commonly used for maintenance, mechanical, and electrical positions.

Examples include:

• Ramsay Maintenance Test
• Ramsay Mechanical Test
• Ramsay Electrical Test

Topics may include mechanical maintenance, control circuits, arithmetic, and troubleshooting.

Ramsay Aptitude tests measure a candidate's potential to learn mechanical or technical skills, rather than what they already know.

Examples include:

• Mechanical Aptitude Test
• Electrical Aptitude Test
• MultiCraft Aptitude Test (Mechanical & Electrical)

The MultiCraft test combines both tests and is a good option for those selecting MultiCraft apprenticeships. Topics include mathematics, hand and power tools, electrical concepts, household objects, and process flow.

Ramsay basic skills tests assess the everyday abilities needed to perform workplace tasks efficiently. These are apprenticeship-level tests that provide a quick overview of a candidate's literacy, arithmetic, or other basic skills for manufacturing and processing jobs.

Examples include:

• Combined Basic Skills Test
• Combined Basic Skills (Chemical Operator)
• Combined Basic Skills (Food Industry)

Topics for the basic skills test include reading, arithmetic, inspection & measurement, and process monitoring & problem solving.

Ramsay Corporation also publishes people skills assessments that focus on workplace behavior and interpersonal abilities to help employers evaluate how candidates work with others in positions requiring communication or teamwork.

Examples include:

• Team Skills Test
• Sales Skills Test
• Leadership Skills Test

Topics include negotiating skills, group dynamics, team decision-making, communication, and conflict resolution.

Not sure what test you’re taking? Explore our Questions and Answers page to see examples and find the relevant assessment information.

Ramsay Corporation tests are used by major employers to assess candidates for maintenance, mechanical, and technical positions. Some of the most recognizable names that have adopted these tests include Amazon, Walmart, USPS, and Goodyear.

The table below shows examples of how the tests are used and where to find practice materials.

Employers choose which Ramsay test to administer and determine the passing score. The assessment may differ between positions, facilities, or hiring periods, even within the same company.

Before choosing practice materials, check your invitation for the exact test name and confirm which assessment you're taking.

All Ramsay Corporation tests must be taken under live supervision, and passing scores depend on the employer rather than a universal Ramsay standard.

Here's what you should know about the testing process:

• Test administration: Ramsay tests can be taken on paper or online, but both formats require a live proctor to supervise the assessment and protect test security.
• Passing scores: Employers determine the required cut score (passing score) for each position. Ramsay Corporation typically uses a modified Angoff procedure, involving subject-matter experts, to recommend cut scores during formal validation studies.
• Results and reporting: Employers can compare candidate results against their required cut scores to determine whether someone is qualified or unqualified for a particular skill or position. Ramsay also provides qualification reports showing these results.

For a more detailed explanation of passing scores and results, see our Ramsay Test Score guide.

Ramsay Corporation develops employment assessments for businesses to evaluate technical skills, mechanical aptitude, and workplace abilities. However, the exact test you take depends on the employer and position.

If you've received an assessment invitation, start by checking the test name. You can then explore our Ramsay test questions and answers to understand the question styles and find relevant practice resources.