#76 – Thrive in Training: the SEE & NCE exams
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This episode covers the NBCRNA’s SEE & NCE exams for SRNAs/RRNAs. Get these on lock down. Thrive in training. The Self-Evaluation Exam (SEE) is a 240-question computerized adaptive exam that’s designed for three reasons: * help the SRNA gauge their progress in their training program* help program faculty gauge how well they’re preparing students* help SRNAs prepare for the NCE board exam NBCRNA’s website for the SEE is here: SEE Resources. The National Certification Exam (NCE) is the board exam required to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). The NCE is a 100-170 question computerized adaptive exam that includes 30 random, non-graded questions. All examinees will take at least 100 questions. The exam shuts off between 100 – 170 questions once a minimum passing (or failing) standard is met. The cost of NCE is $995 and is available only to graduates of accredited nurse anesthesiology training programs. NBCRNA’s website for the NCE is here: NCE Resources. The NBCRNA also provides an exam tutorial for the SEE/NCE, which is an extremely valuable resources: SEE/NCE Exam Tutorial. In this podcast, I break down the SEE & NCE in detail and share advice for how to approach both exams. I also go in-depth on preparation for the NCE in episode 14 of Anesthesia Guidebook with expert-exam coach, LTC Peter Strube, DNP, CRNA. Dr Strube has coached nurse anesthesia trainees in passing boards both ahead of their initial try at boards and, most often, after they’ve failed. His insights are invaluable for preparing for boards so I’d definitely recommend checking out that episode. I will also hit on the NCE in an upcoming show about wrapping up training and preparing for the transition to practice. You can watch the trailer for SOMM here. As always, drop me an email, IG/Facebook message or comment here on the website with your questions or comments.
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