Stressing over the Licensure Exam
Here are a few Tips to make your journey smoother :)
Taking the Licensure Exam was a stressful moment in my life. I felt it was a do or die moment. As if, the last 2 years in my life was for nothing. It did not matter I had all A's and B's during my time in school, or that everyone I knew said I had nothing to worry about. I did not want to let everyone around me down, and most importantly did I not want to let myself down. However, studying for the exam was not the most challenging aspect of this journey. It was waiting for my results afterwards. I stressed over questions I did not know as well as the ones I knew I had incorrect. I kept logging into FSBPT to see if miraculously my status was updated, but of course it was not. At times I wish someone would just let me know everything was fine, and not to worry. Whats done is done, and as long as you gave it your all you have nothing to be worried about. Words of wisdom that could have made my week of torture be pleasant. Below are some tips to make your process for the Licensure exam a breeze.
1. Study Exams! Are great to demonstrate where you are, but do not rely on them solely. Review material you are weak on, and take another exam a couple of weeks later to test your knowledge.
2. Use different sources to study from. The exams are composed from different resources, and studying from one source will not prepare you to the fullest.
3. Review your Study exams!! Review both correct and incorrect answers. The correct questions can give as much information as the incorrect questions.
- Before taking your Licensure exam, review your emails, and make sure you have all the required documents. For example, your license or ID.
- Make sure you familiarize yourself with FSBPT, and PTOT.texas.gov websites for when you apply, and to check your status after the exam.
- Keep a list of your requirements, and a study guide in order to organize your thoughts as the exam gets closer.
- Once your exam has been scheduled, keep a calendar with your study guide plan on it. Important details will entail study hours, practice exams, and rest days to make your study sessions efficient and productive.
- Rest the day before the test to allow your mind to recuperate, and be fresh for the exam. If you need to look over Dermatomes or verbatim information, do that the last week before the test to keep it fresh in your mind.
- Get a good night’s rest the night before. You do not want to fall asleep during your exam. It is at least a 4 hour test, and it will take a toll on your body.
- Make sure you take what you need to take the exam such as a sweater, if you get cold easily. Also, you need to dress comfortably. The exam is 4 hours, and if your in uncomfortable clothing you will not be able to concentrate on the exam.
- After the exam do not stress over questions from the test, what's done is done. Reviewing over the questions and attempting to determine how many questions you had incorrect will make your life unbearable.
- Usually a week after the exam is when you will be able to find out if you passed or failed. You will not be able to receive your grade until you receive you license in the mail. So do not stress over a score you have no power in obtaining or changing it. When the scores are up someone in your class will notify everyone. So Be Patient!!!!
These are a few tips to help you have a pleasant journey while preparing for your licensure exam and the wait time after. You may use all or couple of the tips mentioned above as long as it helps you manage your time better, and to avoid any stress.
If you have any other advice or tips, please comment below and share your wisdom!!
