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2009 OCS exam - January 15, 2008 8:20:11 AM
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bracer
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Any ideas on how to prepare for the exam?
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RE: 2009 OCS exam - January 15, 2008 1:20:28 PM
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TexasOrtho
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I took it in 2006. There isn't an official study guide as far as I know unless they've added one recently. I took an independent study course from the APTA called Current Concepts in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. It seemed to help along with reviewing my anatomy, biomechanics, and orthopedic textbooks.
I honestly think the preparation really was my favorite part of the exam. I learned a ton. Good luck.
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Rod Henderson, PT
Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist (or Super-Freak)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
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RE: 2009 OCS exam - January 15, 2008 3:56:33 PM
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I appreciate the advice and the link to previous discussions for the OCS. I have read that Orthopedic Review for Physical Therapists is a good book to help prepare for the exam. Any thoughts on this text or any other tips?
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RE: 2009 OCS exam - January 15, 2008 5:44:54 PM
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jesspt
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Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets is a good review text.
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RE: 2009 OCS exam - January 19, 2008 1:59:12 PM
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jma
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Hello,
Got an email that also talked about a review for the exam as well. I have heard of a few others also but can't remember them.See below:
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SCAPTA Sponsors Orthopedic Certification Specialist Exam Preparatory Course
January 25-26,2008
Greenville (Geer), SC
February 16-17- 2008 Nashville, TN
For more information visit this link: Eric Wilson, PT, DSc, OCS, SCS, CSCS received his Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the Medical College of Virginia and his Doctor of Science in Orthopedic Physical Therapy from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. He is one of approximately 50 physical therapists in the nation to hold board certifications in both Orthopedic Physical Therapy and Sports Physical Therapy. In addition, Dr. Wilson is an APTA Credentialed Instructor and a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist.
Dr. Wilson is a past member of the Specialization Academy of Content Experts where he both wrote and reviewed test questions for the Sports Physical Therapy Board Certification Examination. He has published original research in the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy and recently authored a book chapter in Dr. Leon Chaitow's 3rd edition of Muscle Energy Technique. He has also presented at numerous state and national physical therapy conventions and is a peer-reviewer for Physical Therapy and the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy.
Course Summary
Dr Eric Wilson has taught this Preparatory Course for the Orthopedic Certification Specialist exam with an 88% success rate since 2003. The two day course brings a complete review and adds clarity to the following: a breakdown of the body by region and includes sections on disease processes, modalities and research. With Over 150 OCS-exam style questions and test-taking strategies, your preparation will be enhanced under the experienced guidance of Dr Wilson. As a former item writer, the instructor brings to light the mechanics for testing and logic for study. While the questions are not actual questions from the OCS exam, they do reflect both the content and the style of the questions on the OCS exam.
The course packet includes: The exam questions with answer sheet; the answer sheet has a key to allow the participant to go back and see what content area they are weak on (example, Elbow-diagnosis); Exam & Answer section which provides a rationale for why the correct answer was right and why the incorrect answers were wrong and a detailed study guide (by body region). Also copies of the PowerPoint slides will be provided.
Special Discounted Rate:
$425 to Members
SCAPTA or APTA
Motivations Inc
3581 Centre Circle
Fort Mill, South Carolina 29715
800-790-0262www.motivationsceu.com"
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RE: 2009 OCS exam - January 19, 2008 4:17:13 PM
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PTupdate.com
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Join PTUpdate.com, read thru everything there, and you'll do very well
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John M. Duffy, PT
Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist
www.PTupdate.com
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