PSYCHPREP’s single-volume study approach to the CPSE provides candidates with a thorough understanding of the CPSE’s four content domains and all the major concepts in them. As the CPSE is a multiple-choice exam, it is most important that content learning focuses on the subtle differences between concepts that are similar (e.g., the difference between confidentiality and privilege, or Major Depression and Dysthymia). PSYCHPREP’s CPSE Study Materials, online tests, and weekend workshop audio CDs/mp3s enrich concept understanding.
While the foundation of PSYCHPREP’s CPSE success strategy is solid content mastery, success on the CPSE requires more -- content knowledge alone is not enough. The CPSE is not a test of rote knowledge, but rather a test of reasoning and critical thinking. PSYCHPREP discourages extensive use of flashcards, as flashcards tend to focus on memorization.
We strongly recommend PSYCHPREP's CPSE Home Study Combo Package to ensure success. The CPSE Home Study Combo Package is our most comprehensive preparation program and includes all CPSE study components offered.
PSYCHPREP’s CPSE success strategy includes three critical components.
1. Develop Your Test-Taking Skills
Regardless of your natural aptitude for multiple-choice tests, test-taking skills can be dramatically improved. PSYCHPREP provides a highly effective test-taking strategy that is incorporated in PSYCHPREP’s CPSE Weekend Workshop audio CDs/mp3s.
In addition to teaching you how to approach multiple choice test questions, PSYCHPREP’s CPSE online testing program is designed to optimize development of test-taking skills. Detailed rationales are provided for every question, for correct responses as well as all incorrect responses. Our testing program also gives each test-taker the opportunity to take all test questions three times, with additional access given at no charge, if necessary.
2. Structure Your Study Time
PSYCHPREP’s provides a structured study schedule, and generally recommends studying for the CPSE about 15 hours a week, for four to six weeks. The study schedule can easily be modified for candidates planning to take the CPSE within a shorter (e.g., two weeks) or a longer (e.g., two months) timeframe.
PSYCHPREP suggests that program participants begin CPSE preparation by taking the CPSE Pretest prior to any content studying. The CPSE Pretest establishes a baseline test score, and provides candidates with a good idea of how concept knowledge is tested on the CPSE. Over the course of study, each practice test should be taken three times.
3. Track Your Progress
PSYCHPREP offers very clear guidelines for expected progress on our CPSE online testing program. We provide specific test score cutoffs that correlate highly with CPSE success. Most PSYCHPREP participants get through the preparation process and the CPSE with relative ease. Should a problem emerge, we encourage program participants to contact us, and strategies for remediation will be quickly recommended.
PSYCHPREP's CPSE programs will help you pass the CPSE the first time you take it!
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