Core Certification Exam Prep: The Testing Experience
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Try the first two sessions of Level Up! Certification Exam Prep Moderated Study for free before you commit to the full exam prep program. This session and the first session (Get Ready to Get Certified!) are open for general registration at no cost. If you are considering signing up for an exam prep program, join these first two sessions for free before you decide!
Most student affairs professionals have not taken a multiple choice exam in many years. This session will explore how to prepare for the core certification exam, what to expect, and tips for making the online testing experience smooth and stress-free. Participants will hear advice from certificants who have passed the exam and learn what to expect by exploring sample questions. You will leave this session intrigued and excited to pursue certification!
This Zoom session will include an overview presentation and provide an opportunity for participants to ask questions of certificants.
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify preparation strategies for the exam
- Recognize the logistics of how the exam is administered, and what to expect on exam day
- Learn about the exam experience from those who have taken and passed the exam
Melissa A. Strain, CSAEd-CA, CSAEd-HRL, CSAEd-CR, CSAEd-SC
Assistant Director of Residence Life & Housing
Tyler Junior College
Melissa has worked in Student Life for over 10 years focusing on residence life and student activities. She just transitioned to a new position of Assistant Director of Residence Life and Housing. She currently holds her core certification and 4 specialty certifications: Housing, Campus Activities, Student Conduct, Campus Recreation. Melissa graduated from Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a Master of Education in Coaching, Sport, Recreation, and Fitness Administration.
Benjamin Williams, CSAEd
Associate Dean of Students
Trinity University
Ben Williams (He/Him) CSAed is the Associate Dean of Students at Trinity University. In his role he co-chairs the Student Success Team, oversees the student engagement areas on campus, advises Student Government Association, and is the Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Prior to this role, he served in student affairs roles at Miami University, Georgia State University, Georgia Tech, and the University of Colorado Boulder. In addition to his professional role, he also serves in a leadership role with the NASPA Foundation and the Mid-level Administrator Committee. He is currently completing his doctoral dissertation study focused on campus ecology and a sense of belonging for LGBTQ+ collegians.