What is the best way to study for a certification examination?
Many techniques can be used to study for certification examinations. Before studying for an examination, it is important to get the application and review the domains and weights assigned to each covered topic so that study can be focused on areas that account for the most significant percentage of questions on the examination. The examinations are based on well-known facts and not experimental procedures, anecdotal reports, or obscure details; therefore, current review articles and textbook chapters are often helpful. Many individuals who plan to sit for the examination form study groups and assign topics for review and discussion. ACCP offers Preparatory Courses for two of specialty certification examinations (Oncology and Pharmacotherapy), and other organizations also offer review courses. In addition, identification of areas of weakness allows one to focus review and preparation on those topics. The most important factor is to allow adequate time to review identified areas of weakn
