Health Occupations Aptitude Exam (PSB) Study Tips, study guide and flash cards

The Health Occupations Aptitude Exam or PSB tests are designed to determine a candidate's readiness and ability to successfully complete a program as a health care professional. It will assess the student's abilities, attitude and skills and knowledge in a variety of areas and is part of the required educational curriculum for a health care practitioner.

The exam can be both a Computer-based format (CBE) or pen and pencil at specified exam sites depending on the school at which you are applying.

The test is generally held in the Fall and Spring but can vary by testing sites.

The cost is normally $25 and you must register in advance

Results will be available immediately following the end of the testing.

The test is divided into five parts that have to be completed in two and one-half hours.

The five categories are:

Academic Aptitude - 30 verbal questions
Math - 30 questions
Analytical Reasoning - 30 questions
Spelling - 60 questions
Reading Comprehension - 50 questions
Natural science - 90 questions
Vocational Adjustment - 90 questionsS

You will be scored for each section and then have an overall score
No calculators are allowed but you can use scratch paper and pencil.

Test results are available immediately with the computer based format and a copy can be sent directly to the school. The pen and pencil test is scored within 24 hours of receipt by the testing center and can be sent to the school to which you are applying.

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