Ridryder911
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I just attended a pilot study of a new proposed pilot program for Paramedic practical examination. I definitely liked it better than the current 12 step, memorized skills that are in use now. It is designed to test not only the skills but the critical thinking aspects of the candidate. It is composed of life like scenarios, with multi-tasking and real life situations to evaluate and see and how the candidate performs.
Again, this is only a pilot study and does not mean it will be ever be used or utilized or and if when. I hope they adopt it, as I see it a progress in our professionalism in testing and ensure safe, qualified applicants meet the minimal standards, which I think the current system is failing. Too much memorizing and not knowing on how to apply the skills is being performed (personal opinion).
R/r 911
Again, this is only a pilot study and does not mean it will be ever be used or utilized or and if when. I hope they adopt it, as I see it a progress in our professionalism in testing and ensure safe, qualified applicants meet the minimal standards, which I think the current system is failing. Too much memorizing and not knowing on how to apply the skills is being performed (personal opinion).
R/r 911
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