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CPH study tips and tricksMolly M. Eggleston, MPH, CPH, MCHESExecutive DirectorNational Board of Public Health ExaminersOctober 6, 2011
The Exam Computer based examProctored testing center200 itemsApproximately 4½ hours to completeNo calculators or scratch paper allowedReceive white board & dry-erase markers
200 Exam ItemsAll questions are multiple choice.single-best answer.Some questions are matching items.part of a series ofquestions related toa common vignette.based onassociated pictorialsor charts.
CPH exams draws fromProfessional competencies 150 items from 5 CoreDomains50 items from 7 CrossCutting DomainsFind atwww.publichealthexam.org- Study Resources
What does the exam cover?Discipline-specificdomains1. Biostatistics2. EnvironmentalHealth Sciences3. Epidemiology4. Health Policy andManagement5. Social rydomains1. Communication andInformatics2. Diversity and Culture3. Leadership4. Professionalism5. Program Planning6. Public Health Biology7. Systems Thinking
Exam DevelopmentNBPHE contracted with the National Boardof Medical Examiners to develop theexam, including: Workshop to train test-item writers –submit by Nov 4, 2011 Workshop to review and validate pool of itemsEditing and validation of items to assurehigh quality Various approaches to develop metricsthat permit a valid and fair examination
CPH exam graded pass/fail
Strong Psychometric PropertiesItemsDeletedMean itemDifficulty(P value)Mean itemdiscriminationReliabilityCoefficientKR20Pass 0.9088%201112.65.29.9085%
FREE1.ASPH MPH competency setwww.asph.org/publication/MPH Core Competency Model2.Sample Exam and Exam Software TutorialModule18 sample questionsSoftware gives you a sense of the actual exam /SampleExam.pdf
What other study resources areavailable?1.2.3.4.5.6.ASPH CPH study guideJones & Bartlett CPH exam quick referencereviewPublic Health Training Center NetworkTRAINAlma matersStudy groups (Facebook)
Where do I find study resources?FAQ of www.publichealthexam.orgStudy GuideCPH Study GuidesSample Exam / Exam Software Tutorial Module
39.99, online 20 for bulk discountinstitutions Information about the CPH examStrategies and tips for performing your best on the examChapters on each of the five core public health areasA chapter reviewing the cross cutting competency areasA practice test -- self-assessment to identify areas ofstrength and weaknessTerminology and definitions for each core area and thecross-cutting competencieswww.asph.org/cphstudyguide/
69.95, onlineComplete review of each ofthe core competenciesVignettes that illustrate theapplication of the conceptsFigures, tables, andreferences200 practice-test questionsInteractive /Interactive glossaryWeb links
ph.edu/
Public Health FoundationAvailable Courses include:FREEandFeebasedBiostatistics: Introduction to Biostatistics: Sampling Mathematics and the NormalPopulation Distribution - Course ID 1019120 Introduction to Biostatistics 2: Variables - Course ID 1019223Epidemiology: There are several pages of courses on Epidemiology.Some highlights include: Epidemiology for Non-Epidemiologists - Course ID 1008743 Introduction to Epidemiology - Course ID 1005193 Basic Epidemiology - Course ID 1012950www.train.org/DesktopShell.aspx
Other resources: Public HealthAcademic Institutions
USF alumni society
Other Resources: Study Groups
Advice from CPH professionals:
Advice from CPH professionals:As with otherUse the study guidestandardized tests,and review thetiming and rhythm isareas outlined in thecrucial. Go preparedcore competenciesfor an exhaustingasagoodstartingmorning orpoint and you willafternoon, bringpass. The examplenty of granolatakes time; be wellbars for the breaksand don't abuserested and relaxed.caffeine.
Advice from CPH professionals:Don't hesitate to take the exam. Use theresources that are available to help youreview and prepare for the exam.Your Public Health degree has alreadyprovided you with all the core competenciescovered in the exam questions.Refresh your memory and you'll be ready to go!
Advice from CPH professionals:The standardized exam experience hasn'tchanged much, aside from being completedon a computer. Be rested and relaxed. Takebreaks, as needed. When you are uncertainof the answer, your first instinct on theresponse is likely correct (After all, you didlearn all of the core competencies duringyour public health education!)
Advice from CPH professionalsI didn't study for the test, but if a person has thetime, I would recommend it. I used myexperience to answer the questions.
Advice from CPH professionalsI was 27 years out of graduate school when Itook the exam last summer, and it was awonderful motivation to review what I learnedin school and to make sure that I waskeeping up with developments in publichealth. Unless you are a recent graduate,you absolutely do need to study!
Advice from CPH professionalsThe test doesn’t cover the detailed intricacies ofquantitative analysis. It covers the information youshould know anyway: the core competencies. Justbrush up on the basics and you’ll be in a greatposition to pass the test.Study, get a good night’s sleep, and eat breakfast!
Advice from CPH professionalsI told the students to take the exam while the materialwas fresh in their mind. There is no harm in takingthe exam and the exam fee is comparable to othernational certifications. Plus, it can only be seen as apositive attribute when job searching.I learned that even though I am a poor test taker, Icould still pass the exam. I studied and preparedahead of time. The exam was a great overview ofthe public health field, however, it was also verybroad. We need to know a lot of material!
Can I retake the CPH exam? Yes (assuming acceptable behavior)Retake at going rate for each administration
What if I no-show or forget myScheduling Permit?Refund Policy: The registration fee is notrefundable but it is deferrable. Theinternational exam fee is not refundable.Can I defer to another year?Can I reschedule to a different day?YesYes
Be a Public Health Professional.Be CPH. Testing period: February 3-27, 2012 Offered in over 300 locations in U.S.and globally. Up charge outside ofUSA/Canada/PR/US VI/GuamDon’t need to know where you’ll be in Feb. toregister now.Appointments for locations and time are on afirst-come, first-served basis. So sign up today!
Got CPH?Register now for first dibs on examdate, time, and locationwww.publichealthexam.orgDeadline 11.30.11 @ midnight EST
Available Courses include: Biostatistics: Introduction to Biostatistics: Sampling Mathematics and the Normal Population Distribution - Course ID 1019120 Introduction to Biostatistics 2: Variables - Course ID 1019223 Epidemiology: There are several pages of courses on Epidemiology. Some highlights include: Epidemiology for Non-Epidemiologists - Course ID 1008743
