Tracie A. Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 What statements? Our personal ones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigerlily Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Caspa, personal, and military. It was a suggestion for anybody that would be interested in some feedback. We will trade statements, critique, and ask questions on anything that stands or isn't too clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Savage Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Just some advice... the interview is not the typical PA school questions. There are no science questions, there are no real medical questions. The MEDEX interview is modeled after the Peace Corps style of interviewing. They are more scenario, ethical based, and problem solving questions. The biggest thing you can do to prepare for this interview is know yourself and why you want to be a PA and why now. You have to be confident and they have to believe you... Once you are in the interview you are all on equal ground, whether you are a 4.0 harvard war hero who shadowed Mother Terresa or you were a struggling single Mom with a 3.1 who put yourself through MA school.... equal... so have confidence. Oh... and you will hear this several times, they just want to get to know you, so try to relax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigerlily Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Just some advice... the interview is not the typical PA school questions. There are no science questions, there are no real medical questions. The MEDEX interview is modeled after the Peace Corps style of interviewing. They are more scenario, ethical based, and problem solving questions. The biggest thing you can do to prepare for this interview is know yourself and why you want to be a PA and why now. You have to be confident and they have to believe you... Once you are in the interview you are all on equal ground, whether you are a 4.0 harvard war hero who shadowed Mother Terresa or you were a struggling single Mom with a 3.1 who put yourself through MA school.... equal... so have confidence. Oh... and you will hear this several times, they just want to get to know you, so try to relax. Thank you for the advice and encouragement. Yes, I have heard that before. I totally understand that MEDEX will be looking to get to know the interviewee as a person. I honestly wish I could just relax and wait for the news...good or bad. I have seldom felt so excited and nervous at the same time, I will try to relax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToppDog Posted November 9, 2012 Author Share Posted November 9, 2012 I was thinking that we could all print out & bring 2 copies each of our MEDEX & CASPA statements with us on Saturday, so that we could give these to the two people who would be acting as the interviewers, so they could look them over for a few minutes before we start each session. It looks like there will be five of us so far, which is perfect, since the real interviews will typically have three applicants being interviewed by two faculty for each interview. Also, as we take turns, we will end up being interviewed three times each, which is typically how many interviews you will have at MEDEX on the interview day. I do something similar with my current students, & it is sort of like speed dating, but we'll just modify it for the group style that you'll experience at MEDEX. So far, the ones who have said they are attending are: ToppDog lily_broad Tracie H. Lyn6 Aggie Feel free to pm your statements to everyone on the list if you want them to have them earlier, like Lily is doing. But, if you can, remember to print some copies & bring them with you on Saturday. Anyone else want to join in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shippy05 Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 I would like to join in on the mock interview if there is still room! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToppDog Posted November 9, 2012 Author Share Posted November 9, 2012 Sure thing. The more the better :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracie A. Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Looks like we have a good group forming for tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracie A. Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 If things stay on track from past years and other sites timelines for notice of interviews - maybe we will hear something this coming week! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asterlington Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I would love to join you, I have a previous commitment in the morning that might cause complications.......Is is alright if I am a bit late? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asterlington Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 i won't be able to come dressed as I will be coming straight from a training run...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracie A. Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 No need to come dressed like you would for interview! :) I'll be wearing jeans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyn6 Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 Hey I might come a little late...something came up but I will hopefully be by around 11 or 1130...hope that's ok :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToppDog Posted November 10, 2012 Author Share Posted November 10, 2012 asterlington & Lyn6, don't worry about coming a little late. Just come by when you can. We're all looking forward to meeting you. And, don't worry about attire. You can dress up if you want to have an outfit critiqued, but otherwise this is just about helping each other prepare, getting to know each other, & team building. If there is anyone else who would like to join in with us at the last minute, please feel free to do so. Here are the specifics: Date: Saturday, November 10, 2012 Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Room: Study Room 4 Library: Auburn Public Library 1102 Auburn Way South Auburn, 98002 1-253-931-3018 Remember to bring a list of questions & 2 copies of your MEDEX & CASPA statements if you can. Otherwise, just come by with something to take notes with if you like. Looking forward to meeting all of you :) Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracie A. Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 Rough morning - heading that way to at least say hello and meet those that are still there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyn6 Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 Hey, sorry I couldn't make it!!! Was helping a friend out and it took longer than I thought...hope you guys are getting some good practice in :) Good luck everyone!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asterlington Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 So sorry that I miss you yesterday, we didn't wrap things up until about 12:30 and I figured it was a mute point by that time. I wish that I had found this awesome forum sooner but, I am so glad that I know you now : ) ..... Good Luck to all of you : ) ~ Andriene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToppDog Posted November 12, 2012 Author Share Posted November 12, 2012 You too. Stay tuned. When the invites for Yakima go out, folks will be arranging another get together the night prior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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