Learn Psychometrics with Free, No-Code Software

In this beginner-friendly, hands-on course, Christian Geiser walks you through the basics of factor analysis, classical test theory, and item response theory using FREE software. Use the dropdown menu below to see what's included in this course:

    1. Welcome to the Course!

    2. Session 1: What is Psychometrics?

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    3. Session 2: Mean, Variance, Standard Deviation

    4. Session 3: Introduction to the JASP Software

    5. Session 4: Covariance & Correlation

    6. Session 5: Linear & Logistic Regression

    7. Session 6: Factor Analysis (Overview)

    8. Session 7: Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA)

    9. Session 8: EFA in JASP

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    10. Session 9: Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA)

    11. Session 10: CFA in JASP

    12. Session 11: Measurement Invariance

    13. Session 12: Measurement Invariance in JASP

    1. Session 1: Introduction to CTT

    2. Session 2: Strictly Tau-Parallel Model

    3. Session 3: Strictly Tau-Parallel Model in JASP

    4. Session 4: Spearman-Brown Composite Reliability

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    5. Session 5: Essentially Tau-Parallel Model

    6. Session 6: Essentially Tau-Parallel Model in JASP

    7. Session 7: Essential & Strict Tau-Equivalence

    8. Session 8: Tau-Equivalence in JASP

    1. Session 1: Tau-Congeneric Model

    2. Session 2: Tau-Congeneric Model in JASP

    3. Session 3: Summary of CTT Measurement Models

    4. Session 4: Correction for Attenuation

    5. Session 5: Correction for Attenuation in JASP

    6. Session 6: Additional CTT Topics

    7. Session 7: Summary of Classical Test Theory

    1. Session 1: Introduction to IRT

    2. Session 2: The Rasch (1-PL) Model

    3. Session 3: Model Fit Assessment in the Rasch Model

    4. Session 4: The Rasch (1-PL) Model in jamovi

    5. Session 5: The Mixed Rasch Model

    6. Session 6: The Mixed Rasch Model in jamovi

    7. Session 7: The Birnbaum (2-PL) Model

    8. Session 8: The Birnbaum (2-PL) Model in RStudio

    9. Session 9: Differential Item Functioning (DIF)

    10. Session 10: Summary & Other IRT Models

    1. Session 1: Introduction to Validity Theory

    2. Session 2: Approaches to Test Validation

    3. Session 3: The Multitrait-Multimethod (MTMM) Approach

    4. Session 4: Campbell & Fiske’s Validity Criteria

    5. Session 5: MTMM Matrix in JASP & jamovi

    6. Session 6: The CFA-MTMM Approach

    7. Session 7: Summary on Validity

    8. Session 8: Thank You for Taking This Course!

About this course

  • 46 lessons
  • 10 hours of video content

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Christian Geiser


Dr. Christian Geiser is the Director of Education at Quantfish, former professor of quantitative psychology, and author of two books on latent variable modeling.   As a leader in the development of measurement and SEM techniques, he has helped thousands of researchers and students around the world to achieve their analytic goals.   


Pricing

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Psychometics for Beginners is open for pre-registration. Prices go up when the course becomes available on May 8th, 2026.

Please contact us if you need an invoice prior to purchase or have a group larger than six.

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FAQ

  • What level of statistical training is required for the course?

    This course is for absolute beginners to psychometrics. No experience is required. (Regression is covered for anyone needing a refresher).

  • What if I can't take the course all at once?

    The timing is entirely up to you. Once you enroll and the course has launched, you will have unlimited access to the content. You are free to pause and return to your lessons as needed.

  • Will you give me feedback on my analyses?

    Dr. Geiser is happy to answer questions related to course content and Quantfish promptly resolves any technical issues related to the course platform. If you are interested in personal consultation on your own data, please contact us to get started.

How the Course Works

Follow these steps to get started:

  • 1. Enroll in the Course

    You will receive a payment receipt by email. Psychometrics for Beginners will be available to start whenever on May 8th, 2026.

  • 2. Start Learning

    Begin the course when the time is right for you. Visit your student dashboard, click on the course, and watch Dr. Geiser's introductory video to get started. Subsequent lessons are shown to you in sequential order, along with the PDF resources. Plan on each day (module) to take about three hours, plus practice time. At the completion of the course, we will provide a certificate of completion that you can use for your own professional needs.

  • 3. Share Your Success!

    The best part of our work here at QuantFish is seeing our trainees implement their newfound analytic skills in their own research. We LOVE hearing about published papers and successful defenses. Find us on social media or shoot us an email so we can celebrate with you!

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