PRAXIS Study Guide

[Jennifer E]

Hi everyone,

Kira was asking some questions about the Praxis and I thought I would go ahead and forward what I have to everyone that you could use (or not) to get ready for the exam.  I looked at the "Topics Covered" of the PRAXIS II Study companion to help me prioritize which classes to study.  I spent 1-2 hours/day during the week for 1 week plus 2 weekends to study.  I made notes of which instructors/classes that covered those topics and saved thing like case studies that required more memorization for last.  There were not any actual tests like the WISC, etc on the test, but there were some on the practice test.  

Before I studied, I organized my binders and took the online practice test cold turkey.  I did not do well on it (63 or 69% - I can't remember exactly).  After I studied, I got somewhere around 90%.  I used the paper version the second time I took the test so I could see the answers right away to help reinforce the things that I still did not know well.  I cut/paste and sorted the questions that were on the practice test into categories, so I have attached both versions.  I recommend still buying the online practice test ($18) because it is helpful to get know the test format.  I finished with about 45 minutes to spare even after reviewing the questions I marked to go back to.  I have attached the electronic info I have that may be helpful.  This isn't anything that you can't download yourself.  The cut/paste of the practice test and answers plus sorting them into categories was a little labor intensive, so this will save you that effort;)  Know the names of the people and the case law that is on the practice test and in the guide.  Those are the only 2 things you need to memorize.  You do not need to know actual tests on the exam.  Good luck everyone and stay in touch!

[Cristina Radichel]

This is really nice Jennifer!

I hope you are all doing well!

So, we take the comp exam to graduate, then we do the internship. Halfway through the internship we need to take the Praxis? or is this only if you want to be nationally certified?

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Cristina Radichel
B.A. Psychology
School Psychology Practicum Student
Alliant International University
(619)587-2886 | cgrad...@gmail.com

[emberge...@gmail.com]

Hi Cristina,

You actually graduate in May then have 2 classes and practicum in the summer.  One of the classes is the comp exam prep then you take the exam in July - I think.  The PRAXIS you take before the end of your internship and it is required to get your credential.

I am so proud of you for getting back in there and finishing up.  You are going to do very well in our new field and will get snatched up as soon as you are credentialed.  I am excited because I have a temp job as a substitute in Poway.  They expected me to stay for the year, but it makes it much better now that I will be paid a little.  It is still less than if I were hired as a school psyche.  I have my fingers crossed for a job next year!!  We are having a party with our cohort in June.  You should come!  I will keep you posted on the time/date.

Wishing you the best!

Jennifer

[Kira Nashed]

Thanks SO much Jennifer! Congrats again on the temp job you will do great! 

Cristina,  The comp exam isn't bad at all everything in the class will be on the test. Best of luck to you!

When is this cohort party? I wanna come!

Hope you all are doing well!!

Kira

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[Cristina Radichel]

thank you both!

I have been very overwhelmed because of school, work, practicum, homework and family life :(  But its all sorting itself out. It was definitely hard to come back to a very unique group of girls, and coming back when internship craziness started made it even more stressful!

I would love to come to the party! I can wait to hear all of your stories and how you are all doing!

I have an internship lined up with Sweetwater and La Mesa/Spring Valley. It is not paid, but I will be working a few hours at my current school, just to have a little extra money.

I am extremely excited to get into the field and start working with the kids and families.

We can always have a picnic somewhere central so we can all make it! :)

Please everyone keep me posted on your plans! :)

[Farina Santiago]

Thank you Jennifer!! This is a big help! Congratulations on a much deserved paycheck! As interns we do so much, it's nice to be compensated for it.

I did not know of a party either, I would love to see all of you again!

Hi Cristina! 

It is very hard managing everything, hang in there you are almost done! Let us know if we can help. The comp class and test will be manageable for you. Mr. Warren prepares you very well for it. There wont be any surprises.

Hope to see y'all soon!

Farina

On Thu, Mar 19, 2015 at 1:48 PM, Jennifer E <emberge...@gmail.com> wrote: