Originally published on PSI, by Shebbra E. Toussaint MBA, PMP, VP Client Experience For test takers, exam day can be stressful before the first question even appears. Unclear instructions or unexpected check-in steps only add to the pressure. The latest online proctoring systems and software go beyond security to simplify every stage, from logging in
In June, WPI launched our Professional Operator (PO) Campaign to encourage qualified operators to participate in our PO Program. WPI aimed to design a campaign reflective of an essential trait of the PO program: by operators, for operators. Our launch invited operators to nominate peers that they felt stood out from the crowd. Our team
The Exam Content Outline of the Need-to-Know Criteria details the specific job tasks that are testable topics within each exam. It is typically near the bottom of page 3 of the NTK document. This section provides a breakdown of the number of questions for each content area on the exam. By reviewing this you can
Back in the day, as I was starting my career, my job required entry-level wastewater treatment plant operator certification.
What is the difference between licensure and certification? In a nutshell, licensure is required by law in order to practice in a particular profession, while certification is voluntary. However, both demonstrate that an individual has met certain standards and should be qualified to perform their job. Unfortunately, in the water environment industry, we have blended
The certification process is as lengthy as it is thorough. Whether you are an operator, volunteer, board member, or certifying agent, it is important to understand the language used throughout the certification and exam development process. Here are some common terms that are important to know. Accommodation– A modification to the format or administration of
There is no better way of reducing test anxiety than to spend an adequate amount of time preparing and practicing. Test-taking is a skill—one that must be practiced and honed.
We have all experienced it: that feeling of dread and foreboding before taking an exam, a myriad of scenarios running through your head outlining the worst possible outcomes. You worry about passing the exam; what might happen if you fail? You know how to do your job, so why do you need to take a test to prove it?