Lately, in my posts on this page, I have mentioned being an exam prep coach. As a result, I have gotten some recent private messages asking about coaching–questions such as “What it entails?” “What is it?” “How can it help?” So today I thought I would take the time to write up some information about what I do as an exam prep coach. Please note that each coach is going to vary in style, process, etc. so this is simply what I do as a coach. Other exam prep coaches will have their own strengths and processes to help you pass your exam.
Coaching is included in some packages purchased from AATBS. Customer Service will help guide you with packages that suit your particular needs.
The amount/type of coaching differs for the various licensures and packages offered
--Scheduled in 15-30 minute sessions, mostly by phone, some by email. I prefer to do all of my coaching sessions by phone for clear communication and understanding.
--Scheduled by appointment with availability on weekends and weekdays
--All coaches are licensed in the disciplines in which they coach for exam prep
What is coaching?
- One on One Support
- Personalized and individualized for each customer based on important considerations such as--Learning style, Date of exam and amount of time to prepare, How to study efficiently, How to stay accountable and consistent, Burn out prevention
When I work with customers, we examine and break down test taking strategies
--We review questions together
–Examine thought process--Are you Overthinking? Making Assumptions?, Overlooking Key Words?
--Together we identify concerns, amplify strengths
--How to comprehend and retain content material, even breaking it down by content looking at different strategies for different areas of content
We also look at more than just the exam itself…
- Discuss anxiety management strategies
- Help to identify thoughts associated with exam
- Time management
Coaching also includes:
- Building confidence in your test-taking abilities
- Removing uncertainty of preparation
- Feeling prepared for exam day
- Knowing and understanding material beyond memorization…To pass the exam
With the overall goal: To be a better clinician/licensed professional