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Digested key messageThe British Psychological Society (BPS) developed a recognised qualification in educational test use to allow both quality assurance and a level of integrity within testing practice. A survey of qualified test users sought to establish a clearer picture of testing practice. Four hundred and thirty-seven members of the Register of Qualified Test Users (RQTU) and members of the Division of Educational and Child Psychology (DECP) mailing list responded to an online survey. Findings relating to RQTU membership indicated a range of reasons for joining, including examination arrangements and quality of testing practice. Some practitioners were not aware of the RQTU or were not required to be members because of their professional status. Further discussion of, and research into, testing practice may be beneficial for practitioners.