# times for National Psychomotor Exam - EMTLife.com - The #1 Online Forum for EMS-Related Discussion

JNLEMT · 03-04-2013, 10:36 AM

I am studying for the nationals.

The *plan* is to pass the first time, of course! But my problem with tests is nerves! I am more nervous on tests than in real life emergencies-when adrenaline and clarity kick right in for me.

So, I am hoping I'll be less nervous knowing I can retake it if I blank. I know the written we could take over 6 times. (God forbid!) What is the number for practicals?

Thanks!

polisciaggie · 03-07-2013, 09:49 PM

If I remember correctly you get three full attempts at passing the psychomotor exam. A full attempt means testing over all skills.

You are allowed to retest I believe five individual stations twice before having to retake them all over. After each your second failed retest attempt you are required to complete a refresher course on all skills. After your last retest on your third full attempt, you'll have to complete your entire course (didactic +clinicals) again.

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03-04-2013, 10:36 AM	#1
JNLEMT Forum Ride Along Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 6	# times for National Psychomotor Exam I am studying for the nationals. The plan is to pass the first time, of course! But my problem with tests is nerves! I am more nervous on tests than in real life emergencies-when adrenaline and clarity kick right in for me. So, I am hoping I'll be less nervous knowing I can retake it if I blank. I know the written we could take over 6 times. (God forbid!) What is the number for practicals? Thanks!

03-07-2013, 09:49 PM	#2
polisciaggie Forum Probie Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 27 Training: Licensed Paramedic	If I remember correctly you get three full attempts at passing the psychomotor exam. A full attempt means testing over all skills. You are allowed to retest I believe five individual stations twice before having to retake them all over. After each your second failed retest attempt you are required to complete a refresher course on all skills. After your last retest on your third full attempt, you'll have to complete your entire course (didactic +clinicals) again.