You’re putting in the hours. The highlighters are running dry. Your desk looks like a war zone of flashcards, sticky notes, and half-empty coffee cups. You feel like you’re doing everything right — so why aren’t your practice scores improving? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. After years of working with NPTE candidates at …
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Preparing for the NPTE can be an extremely daunting process. From start to finish, your pathway through the exam will take many twists and turns, and it will be essential to avoid any unwanted surprises. I’ve created a list of True/False statements that surround the NPTE and often confuse students. Here we go! True, the …
Episode 81: Neuromuscular System Interventions CVA Positioning Check out this NPTE practice question related to the Neuromuscular System! A physical therapist is positioning a 65-year-old female in a wheelchair with a left middle cerebral artery infarct that is in motor recovery stage 3. Which of the following positioning strategies is MOST appropriate to reduce common …
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Episode 80: Musculoskeletal System NPTE Question + Mailbag! Check out this NPTE practice question related to the Musculoskeletal System plus a bonus study question from the mailbag! Episode 080–Musculoskeletal System Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome + Mailbag LISTEN HERE
UPDATED: It sucks… but, it does happen. About 10% of NPTE candidates fail on their first attempt, many times for small reasons that add up in a big way. This podcast episode and the resources below precisely address how to do it right the first time, minimizing uncertainty and stress; setting yourself up for success …
Failure Isn’t Final: Let’s Get You To The Mountain Top Read More »
UPDATED: If you’re like most NPTE candidates, you are hoping this is your first, only, and truly — FINAL exam. Most who tackle the NPTE are first time exam takers. While there is a wide variety of personalities, test taking habits, exam prep styles, and other factors — there are central aspects to preparation and …
There are a lot of factors as to why students don’t pass the first time around. Here’s the thing, you are not alone. 10% of NPTE attempts result in failure. The good news: Failure is NOT final. Typically, students fall into two primary categories as to why they didn’t pass on their initial go around. …
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Of the more common reasons students do not pass the first time around, much of it revolves around life circumstances, test anxiety, focusing skills, and the like. If you ask yourself: Do I struggle with test fatigue and timing? Do I need some key tips to give you the tools to pass the NPTE? Are there …
Student Question: Hi Will, I am a [foreign-trained] PT. I have been living in the US for 5 years now and I plan to take the NPTE in October. I was badly surprised to learn that only 26% of the internationally trained students pass the exam (first attempt)…how do you explain this incredibly low score …
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