I PASSED THE NCMHCE!!!

[Sarah Hart]

The hard work paid off! I passed the exam TODAY!!! Linton is right; you have to take the question at face value and remember to use the assumptions and strategies in Unit 1 of his review. And go slow. I spent about 80% of my study time on the simulations, which helped tremendously. I did each of them at least once over the course of about 8 weeks and probably did half of them twice. At times, I worried that I wasn't spending enough time on the raw information, but I kept plugging away. The first couple weeks I think I failed the simulations 90% of the time. I also purchased the study guide and had it printed inexpensively. This was useful when I was traveling to my in-laws or right before bed when I didn't have my computer on. I did not read the entire study guide, but found the sections on disorders, assessments, and treatments very worthwhile for my confidence and decision-making ability. While I was preparing, if I didn't know the answer I often looked it up in the DSM - not always, but usually. Overall, I felt prepared for the exam, but I knew I had to "bring it" and stay focused which I had to remind myself to do a few times during. Being prepared doesn't mean it was super easy and I could have passed with my eyes shut because I definitely could not have done so! Critical thinking was very important. My way of studying may not work for you, but perhaps you will find it helpful. GOOD LUCK!!!

[Sarah Hart]

Congrats to you too! Best wishes always!

[Chris]

I was wondering...I take the exam on 9-14-09 and wondered if the simulations on the study guide were more difficult or about the same as on the real exam.

[manzetta jackson]

Congratulations on passing the NCMHCE. Please tell me, who is Linton. And how do I obtain his material?

[Dr. Linton Hutchinson]

Good job Sarah - now keep those CEU's up to date so you never, never, have to take this again - PS. Those letters after your name look sweet!