When managers or recruiters consider online English tests, which are conducted digitally and often without human control, it’s not surprising that many question their security. To learn more about the creation of Versant’s scoring system – and how we manage to score tests accurately – read our blog post, “The Role of Artificial Intelligence in English Language Testing.” With an online English language test, companies can assess the language skills of candidates from anywhere in the world, screen more candidates and standardize the hiring process. Versant’s automated language test is based on patented artificial intelligence technology to provide the most accurate results for candidates and employers. Versant uses patented artificial intelligence technology that has been trained and optimized to assess English language proficiency for test scores. Online tests can be taken either in a controlled environment – in a testing center with personal examiners – or from a candidate’s home computer or cell phone. And because Versant tests are controlled by specialized artificial intelligence algorithms – without human involvement – even the slightest suspicious behavior is flagged for review. If suspicious behavior is detected, recruiters decide to accept or reject the results – or ask the candidate to take the test again. But how can employers be sure these tests are safe? And how easy is it for people to cheat? In this article, we’ll look at some of the major concerns we hear about security, and explain what features make online language tests safe. They also assess a candidate’s specific business English skills – for example, how well a person can communicate with customers on the phone or understand what’s being said during a conference call. The online English test measures a candidate’s ability to communicate in English, focusing on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. It also saves recruiters and managers time because only those with the necessary language skills are invited to the interview. When many people think of a language test, they imagine the traditional method: students in a large testing center, writing with pen and paper. With Versant, examiners’ data is stored securely and complies with all GDPR requirements. This makes taking a secure English language test in the hiring process more important than ever.