Taking the certification examination
Another study idea is to transform notes and
headings from texts into flash cards or fill-in-the-
As you study for the test, you will want to make
blank questions. Not only is this a fun exercise to
sure that you have ample time to review your educa-
do, the preparation itself reinforces the information.
tional materials. If you have just completed your
Or, pull out your old exams from your educational
education, the material is fresh in your mind. If it has
experience and read through them. Recall may come
been a while, then you may want to take a month or
a lot more rapidly as your brain cells say, “Oh yes, I
two to refresh your memory. Pull out your texts and
remember you!”
take a walk down memory lane!
Depending on how you react to the stress of
taking exams, one way to take the edge off is to
exercise your memory and comprehension. It could
be helpful to purchase a micro-cassette recorder
and audio record terminology, definitions, phrases,
concepts, etc. Listen to them throughout the day as
you drive to work, as you munch on lunch, as you
wash dishes. Then quiz yourself again.
As you sit down to actually take the exam,
answer the questions systematically. To do this it is
recommended that you look for key words in the
sentence, translate the question into your own words,
and be aware of words such as “not” or “always.”
Answer all questions that you know first. Then go
back and answer the ones that were more difficult.
Remember this rule: never change your answer unless
you have a specific reason for doing so; usually your
first response is the correct response. Above all else,
relax and know that you have prepared yourself well.
Some individuals choose to create their own
Joining the global ambassadors
study materials. For instance, from the study guide,
There are board certified traditional naturopaths
develop a comprehensive list of definitions for the
(CTN’s) around the globe. They are the trailblazers
terms, topics, and concepts that are presented. After
of this profession. By becoming a CTN, know that
reviewing these notes several times, put the informa-
you are in good company, you are part of the revo-
tion away and try to summarize each one on paper.
lution to change the health of our global family, you
From here, determine your strengths and weaknesses
are an ambassador of commitment and excellence to
on each topic. Re-review the material until you are
this profession.
more adept at recall. Highlighting certain areas that
require additional study give direction for the next Lisa a. Burke, ND, CTN aND susie HaLe, ND, PHD, CTN
study session!
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