Summary of Lecture on CASPer Exam for PA School

Introduction

• Tests for PA School: MCAT, GRE, PA-CAT, CASPer
• Focus of Lecture: CASPer exam

What is CASPer?

• Situational-based exam
• No academic content (unlike GRE, MCAT, PA-CAT)
• Tests your situational judgment and character

Exam Format

• Duration: 60-90 minutes
• Includes a 15-minute break
• Consists of 12 sections
  • Each section has 1-2 scenarios
  • Questions can be video-based or word-based
  • Five minutes to answer each question

How to Approach the CASPer Exam

• Can't be studied for: Focus on being yourself
• Answer honestly: Reflect your true character
• Algorithm and Human Grading:
  • Algorithms identify inconsistent answers
  • Human beings grade the responses

Importance of Character

• Schools want to ensure applicants will be good providers

Miscellaneous

• No specifics on the scoring mechanism disclosed
• Scores sent directly to schools

Additional Resources

• Live Q&A with Dr. Adam Roche from Roche Review
  • Held on GetThatCUniversity.com
  • Discusses performance on high-stakes exams

Conclusion

• CASPer exam is an essential, high-stakes test for some PA programs
• Not designed for study but for showing true personal and professional judgment
• Applications for CASPA open at the end of April
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Note: Stay calm, be yourself, and keep pushing forward!