The ;;RE-TEST 5

Walter & Group :

[GH] From Bob Hansell :

Gordy,

I support all the pre-test points of view so far, but I do slightly disagree with Paul answer below on question # 3 &  4.

 As a CCI, I have successfully coached 3 other CI’s through to their certification. After about 6 months of 1 to 2 times per week lessons and practice, I did give a practice test in a manner that the candidate would experience while taking the test. I saw two major benefits of this approach.  First, as the mentor (or coach), I was able to see where the candidate was prepared and where he/she was not prepared.  Second, it exposed the candidate to the potential rigor of the test. 

 I do respect what Paul is saying, because prior to an actual test, I do schedule several practice tests with MCI’s so they can access the candidates readiness, and also my ability to coach/teach them.  Going through the process allows the candidates to do what Paul advocates;  it also benefits the CI’s that coach and teach candidates and improves their skill set. I have also  assisted the MCI’s with practice tests which gives the MCI another perspective through the test  plus allows the MCI to coach/Teach the CI helping him/her. My belief is this experience improved my skills and the improves the quality of my Master Certification journey.

Thanks,

Bob

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[GH]  Bob,  I've placed Paul Arden's answers to #'s 3.) & 4.) below :

"3.)  Who should be asked to administer the pre-test ?

     a. Master level. Two preferably three different MCIs with experience of training MCI and examinations, not together but separately over a period of time. I don't believe that one mentor is preferable for MCI.

     b. CCI level. An MCI, with experience of training CCI and examinations

4.)  The candidate has been working with a mentor for the past 6 months.  Should the pre-test be given by this mentor ? not after six months mentoring. "

All who read your message should be informed that I know you well and that you are an advanced CCI with lots of experience.  You are also well along on your journey as a Master candidate.  That makes a huge difference.

You will recall that Paul Arden and Bob Tabbert have called attention to the existence of CCI's who are quite competent and well experienced teachers with many hours logged at both ends of the CICP spectrum.

Gordy

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