Friday, April 16, 2010

Research part 3

Correlation can be +ve or -ve. 1 is high correlation. Reduce  by .25s you get mod and low correlation.
go throu' the common variance ones-need to know what it is.that's all
Sensitivity and

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Research part 2

Standard Deviation:
Say for example you have hundred numbers 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10...100 (with symmetrical distribution)out of this 69% of the scores fall with in SD+or-1. 69% 100(numbers)is 68 you are left with 32 numbers.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Research-Points to ponder

Here are some points that i think might be of some use.Good luck.
1.Types of variables: Independent(cause) and Dependent(effect or outcome).
Example:If A drinks water too often,will visit restroom too often.'Visiting restroom' depends upon 'drinking water'.So Independent variable(cause)-Drinking water,Dependent variable-Visits to the restroom(effect)
2.Examples of

Research-too much?too little?

Let's face it.Most of never had to face the wrath of Research in college.Even those who had submit papers had Statisticians work for them.But now, IT is taunting us.
You can not escape it...well then let us face it.
To win over research,the first and foremost thing you need is the mindset.
I can not enough stress the importance of the word "believe" here.It is just a subject.You are far superior to it.Once you know the outline,you can do it.
Let me put it this way-Learning to drive=learning research.
What material you need?
I think PTRSG is enough.My previous exposure to Research is zero,except that i have seen that tag behind one of my ex-collegue's name ! i was not very fond of Maths either.But i did manage to get thru' research.If i can do it so do you.
You need to pick a time when you'll be alert but relaxed and happy-not stressed out.
Just browse thru' the chapter-get familiar with the terminologies-do not try hard to remember the definitions.
later down the week or (the next day) give it another try.Key is to understand then Remember.
For eg., if you understand, then 'Data analysis and interpretation' is  a piece of cake.
In levels of confidence,if you pay attention,you will see that in L-1 and L-2 & L-3,a is SR Homogeniety of X and in L1&L2 b is Single X.
I'll upload few extra Resources i had.(I did not study from them.)

Sunday, April 11, 2010

How to check Results?What's after the Exam?

  • Wait for at least 20 hours AFTER you have taken your exam.
  • By now you'd have an account with FSBPT.Log in and go to 'check the status of your request'.
  • If that says scores received,you may opt for the 'individual score report' for $57.If you select the 'view online' option,you can see the result in 3-5 minutes.
  • Some states let the applicant know of the status

Tips for The Exam Day

The center will be cold.so dress up in layers.If you do not need them you can always take one layer off.There is place to hang or lockers to keep stuff)
Check in: some one will check your ID,take photos,few finger prints.You can not anything with you inside-except for your reading glasses(no coolers or shades).everything else must go in your locker-water,food,watch,pencil grip,ear plug that you brought from home,lucky charms...
Then a computer system is assigned for you.
 Take time to

Study Plan-Study Groups?strategy?

I actually started studying in June 2009 and had plans to test by DEc 2009.But i finally gave it in Apr2010!
First thing i did was to join a study group.
I wasted lot of time trying to find one that was suitable,effective and the one that actually worked.Sadly,none worked out.People had different goals and time tables-like finishing Musculoskeletal chapter in three days!
I had responsibilities and all i could find was two to three hours per day.I did try some groups.

Preparing for NPTE-What is needed?

YOU CAN CRACK NPTE
Remember this.
This IS your first step to success.
NPTE is just a test.With proper preparation,sensible thinking you can make it.
Materials:

What's Next?

If You have enough Credits: Apply to the state board for license http://www.fsbpt.org/LicensingAuthorities/index.asp this will give you info on the states you are interested.
Once your application is approved, you'll have to pass NPTE with in the validity period of your application.
To appear on NPTE,once you are prepared,apply for AIN (Alternate Identification Number) with FSBPT https://pt.fsbpt.net/ scroll down to AIN on the main page.

Licensure

Hi there!
This is my way of giving back to all those who helped me in subtle ways to get one step closer to my goals.I will share what i did,what went right and what did not with you.Hope at least one person might find this useful.
The process of obtaining PT license is tedious,confusing.If one were not on the right track,could cost heavy on the wallet