IQ Career Lab – Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

What is IQ Career Lab?

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IQ Career Lab offers a professional, browser-based cognitive assessment and a printable certificate, paired with career insights that help candidates showcase demonstrated potential to employers.

Question 2

Who is this for?

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Job seekers, students, and professionals who want a structured way to show ability, understand strengths, and explore roles aligned with their profile.

Question 3

What does the test measure?

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It measures problem solving under time, pattern recognition, spatial reasoning, and verbal logic. It is not a personality or clinical assessment.

Question 4

Is this a clinical or diagnostic tool?

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No. Results are for informational and career purposes and are not medical or clinical advice. They should not be used for clinical decision‑making.

Question 5

How long are results relevant?

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Cognitive ability is relatively stable in adults. Your report does not expire, but we may update norms and reporting over time to reflect a larger dataset.

Question 6

How can I use my results?

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Attach the certificate to applications, add highlights to resumes, and reference strengths during interviews. Some employers may request the printable PDF.

Question 7

What’s the difference between the free quick test and the full test?

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The quick test gives an indicative snapshot with fewer questions. The full test provides an exact score, domain breakdown, and a printable certificate.

Question 8

What devices are supported?

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Modern desktop and mobile browsers are supported. For the best experience, we recommend a laptop or desktop screen and a stable internet connection.

Question 9

Is the assessment evidence‑informed?

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We follow established psychometric practices and iteratively refine items and scoring with ongoing analysis. We do not claim clinical validation.

Question 10

How long is the full test?

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About 50 questions. Most people finish in 30–45 minutes.

Question 11

Is the test timed?

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Yes, sections are time‑bounded to measure performance under reasonable time pressure.

Question 12

Can I pause and resume?

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For score integrity, pausing is limited. We recommend completing in one sitting on a stable connection.

Question 13

Can I retake the test?

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You can retake after a cooling period. We recommend spacing attempts to avoid practice effects and to maintain result quality.

Question 14

Which browsers work best?

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Latest Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox. Please update to the most recent version and allow cookies/local storage.

Question 15

Can I use my phone?

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Yes, but a laptop or desktop is recommended for readability and precision.

Question 16

What if my internet drops?

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Brief disruptions usually recover; prolonged outages can invalidate timing. If that happens, contact support with details.

Question 17

Are accommodations available?

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We aim to support accessibility features like keyboard navigation and screen readers. For specific accommodations, reach out to support before testing.

Question 18

Are there anti‑cheating measures?

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We discourage external aids and monitor response patterns. Results intended for employers should reflect unaided performance.

Question 19

How are scores calculated?

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We score accuracy and timing across multiple domains, mapping performance to a standardized IQ scale with ongoing norm updates.

Question 20

What does my percentile mean?

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Your percentile shows the percentage of people in our reference group who scored at or below your level.

Question 21

What are the cognitive domains reported?

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Typical domains include verbal reasoning, pattern recognition, spatial reasoning, and quantitative thinking.

Question 22

How accurate is the result?

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It’s an estimate based on test performance and our norms. Variability can occur due to environment, practice, and attention.

Question 23

Do you update norms?

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Yes. We periodically update norms as our dataset grows to keep results comparable and fair.

Question 24

Will retaking improve my score?

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Short‑term gains from familiarity can happen. Spacing attempts reduces practice effects and provides a more stable estimate.

Question 25

Do you use fixed cutoffs?

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No fixed pass/fail. We report a continuous score and percentile to reflect a spectrum of performance.

Question 26

Is this appropriate for children?

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Our assessment targets adults. We do not provide pediatric norms or guidance.

Question 27

What should I take away from my score?

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Treat it as one signal among many. Use your strengths section and career tips to guide applications and upskilling.

Question 28

When is the certificate available?

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After completing the full test and purchasing access (one‑time or subscription), you can download a printable certificate.

Question 29

What does the certificate include?

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Your name, date, exact score, percentile, and verification details. It’s optimized for printing and sharing as PDF.

Question 30

Can employers verify my certificate?

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Employers can request your PDF and may contact support for verification if needed. We do not share your data without your consent.

Question 31

Is the certificate branded?

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Yes. It includes IQ Career Lab branding and summary metrics aligned with your report.

Question 32

Does the certificate expire?

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No expiry, though we may enhance design or fields over time as our platform evolves.

Question 33

How should I share it?

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Attach the PDF to applications or link to it in a portfolio. Keep your file secure and share selectively.

Question 34

Can I change the name on my certificate?

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Yes, ensure your account profile matches your legal or preferred name before downloading.

Question 35

What’s in the full report?

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Exact score, percentile, domain strengths, improvement tips, and suggested roles.

Question 36

What are my purchase options?

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You can buy a one‑time full report or subscribe to Pro Access for unlimited full assessments during your subscription.

Question 37

Do you offer refunds?

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Refunds are limited. If you had a technical issue, contact support promptly with details and we’ll review your case.

Question 38

Can I get an invoice or receipt?

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Yes. Access invoices and manage billing from your account’s Billing section after purchase.

Question 39

Can I use promo codes?

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Yes, apply valid codes at checkout where available.

Question 40

Are taxes included?

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Taxes may be added based on your location and regulations. The final price is shown at checkout.

Question 41

What currency is used?

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Prices are shown in USD unless otherwise indicated at checkout.

Question 42

How do I cancel my subscription?

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Go to Account → Billing to manage or cancel your plan. You keep access through the end of the billing period.

Question 43

What if my payment fails?

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Update your card and try again. If issues persist, your bank may be blocking the charge; contact them or support.

Question 44

When should I choose one‑time vs subscription?

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Choose one‑time for a single full report; choose subscription if you expect to retest or need multiple certificates over time.

Question 45

Do I need an account?

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You can start a quick test without an account. A full report and certificate require sign‑in to save results and access billing.

Question 46

How do I reset my password?

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Use the Forgot Password link on sign‑in. If you don’t see the email, check spam or contact support.

Question 47

Can I delete my account?

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Yes, visit Account → Delete. This permanently removes your data per our policy.

Question 48

Can I export my data?

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You can download your certificate and report. For other requests, contact support for assistance.

Question 49

Do you store my answers?

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We store necessary data to compute and present results. See our Privacy Policy for details.

Question 50

Do you share my results?

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We do not share your personal results without your consent. Employers can only view what you provide.

Question 51

How is my data secured?

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We follow common industry practices including encryption in transit, access controls, and monitoring.

Question 52

Do you use cookies?

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Yes, for essential session management and to improve experience. You can review details in our Cookies page.

Question 53

The site feels slow—what can I try?

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Refresh the page, close heavy tabs, update your browser, and ensure a stable network. Try a different browser if needed.

Question 54

Is anything blocked by my company network?

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Some filters block scripts or images. Try a personal network or VPN, or ask IT to allow our domain.

Question 55

Can ad‑blockers interfere?

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Yes. Whitelist our site if elements do not load correctly or interactive controls seem disabled.

Question 56

What if cookies are disabled?

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You may be unable to sign in or save progress. Enable cookies and local storage for our domain.

Question 57

I’m having trouble on mobile.

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Rotate to landscape, zoom out, or switch to a laptop/desktop for optimal clarity and accuracy.

Question 58

I saw an error during checkout.

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Retry in a fresh tab. If the charge is pending, do not repurchase; contact support with the timestamp.

Question 59

Is screen reader support available?

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We aim to support common screen readers with semantic markup. If you encounter issues, please report specifics to support.

Question 60

How do I contact support?

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Email support@iqcareerlab.com with your account email, device, browser version, and a short description.

Question 61

How does job matching work?

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We combine your domains and overall result with role characteristics to surface roles where problem‑solving is valued.

Question 62

Where do suggestions come from?

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We use curated role profiles and labor‑market knowledge. Suggestions are guidance, not guarantees.

Question 63

How often are matches updated?

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We periodically refresh role mappings and may adjust suggestions as our dataset grows.

Question 64

What are the limitations?

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Matching is directional. Experience, location, and interests also matter. Use it to refine—not replace—your search.

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