Health Occupations
Aptitude Exam (HOAE)
for EMS Paramedic
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Mission Statement
The Testing Center helps support the institutional mission of South Plains College by
supporting student retention and success by providing examinations and resources to
assist academic and professional advancement to students and externally to the
community. The Testing Center is committed to maintain the highest compliance with
nationally recognized professional testing standards and practices, safeguarding
confidentiality of student records, and creating an optimal testing environment. Within this
framework, the Testing Center:
Provides a public service by offering computer-based and/or paper-pencil testing
services
Provides assistance to various campus offices in helping students meet their needs
for different programs
Administers national and professional entrance, certification and advanced-standing
examinations available to the college and community
Provides a facility conducive to a quality testing environment which will be clean,
comfortable, quiet, aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly
Subscribes to the National College Testing Association’s (NCTA’s) Professional
Standards and Guidelines for Post-Secondary Test Centers
The Testing Center additionally supports student retention and success by:
Administering appropriate exams to determine initial course placement
Referring students to appropriate resources for test preparation and registration
Privacy and Confidentiality
The privacy and confidentiality of all examinee personal information is critical. The test
center does not maintain personal files on examinees; nor is information released to any
third party or agency or any client receiving services at the test center. Communication of
examinee information is restricted to the following: the examinee and the test center; the
test center and the test provider; the examinee and the test provider; and the examinee and
others as the examinee permits in a written statement.
Security
The Test Center at South Plains College has security measures in place intended to protect
against the misuse and alteration of testing materials under our control. Our computer
network access to the infrastructure is protected by a firewall protection system. Audio
and video taping of examinee information is regarded with confidentiality and privacy.
Examinees
No examinee is permitted access to any area of the test center that contains secure test
materials or equipment.
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Health Occupations Aptitude Exam (HOAE) Information
For EMS Paramedic Program
Application information:
Applications will be accepted until December 14, 2018. There are two phases of
testing for the EMS Paramedic program. First, applicants need to be TSI compliant. At
South Plains College, the TSI Assessment is the test used to determine college
readiness in Reading, Math and English to meet the state requirements. When
candidates have passed all sections of this test or exempt, they must speak with the
Program Director, Jerry Findley or Paramedic Instructor, Jacob Braddock, before they
are eligible to take the Health Occupations Aptitude Exam (HOAEthe second phase
of testing for EMS.) Jerry Findley may be reached at jfindley@southplainscollege.edu
or by phone at 806.716.4635. Jacob Braddock may be reached at
jbraddock@southplainscollege.edu or by phone at 806.716.4877. Tests need to be
taken before application deadline. Students are allowed one test and two retests per
application period. Scores do not expire. Classes begin every Fall and Spring
semester. There are no pre-requisite courses.
MUST BE TSI COMPLETE BEFORE TAKING HOAE
MUST BE APPROVED BY JERRY FINDLEY OR JACOB BRADDOCK TO REGISTER FOR HOAE
Cost of the TSI Assessment is $33.00 and the HOAE test is $48.00 (subject to change)
TSI Assessment scores needed to pass:
Reading: 351
Math: 350
Writing: 340 m/c with Essay of 4 OR 339 or lower with Essay of 5-8 and ABE 4-6
Campus contacts:
Jerry Findley (806) 716-4635 - Reese
Allied Health Chair and Program Director of EMS
Jacob Braddock (806) 716-4877 Reese
Paramedic Instructor
Jennifer Trusty (806) 716-4689 - Reese
Testing Assistant
Latha Tucker (806) 716-4631 - Reese
Testing Assistant
Study links may be found at:
http://www.psbtests.com/web/guest/test-resources
http://cfcc.edu/learninglab/placement-test-preparation/psb/2/
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How to Register for a Test
You can register in person at the at the Reese Center, Building 8, Room 805. You must have a SPC
Student ID, picture id (i.e. driver’s license), and form of payment (i.e. cash, credit card or money
order) OR register online to pay by credit/debit card.
HOW TO REGISTER ONLINE
1. All examinees must have an application with South Plains College on file to register.
2. Go to website: http://www.registerblast.com/reese
3. On the Exam Registration page, choose “Health Occupations Aptitude Exam” from
the group listed.
4. Choose “Health Occupations Aptitude Exam” from the exam drop down menu.
5. Select a test date from the drop down menu. All available test dates will be displayed in bold.
Test dates will close three (3) business days before or if seating capacity is reached. If
necessary, click the left/right arrows to move to a different month.
6. Select the time from the list of time slots available in the drop-down box.
7. Enter the test taker's information.
8. Read the entire Exam guideline acknowledgement in the scroll box. Acknowledge the
information by clicking the check box underneath the scroll box.
9. Enter the test taker's phone number, date of birth and South Plains College Student ID
number. The SPC student ID number can be located when you log onto MySPC and click on
CampusConnect.
10. Select ADD TO CART
11. The next page will show the test taker's cart. Please check to make sure the test, date, time
and location are correct. Test taker has the option of adding another exam or checking out.
12. If checking out, complete the billing information and click Purchase Exams.
13. Once you click Register, and your transaction is completed, a confirmation of your registration
will appear on the next page. When you receive the email confirmation of your registration,
please print it. You must present the printed email on the day of the test.
14. Check in time for the test begins 30 minutes before start time. Late examinees will not
be admitted into the testing room. All test fees are non-refundable and non-
transferrable.
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Infor
mation about the Health Occupations Aptitude Test
Part 1 Academic Aptitude (105 questions: 45 minutes)
Academic aptitude as measured by the total (combined subtests), might be thought of as a type of
ability to learn. The test content is specifically adapted for appraising the combination of innate and
acquired abilities that are needed for the work of an academic nature. The academic aptitude total
emphasizes familiar experiences and concepts while requiring careful reasoning and the capacity to
comprehend and draw conclusions.
Verbal: the verbal aspect consists of vocabulary-related test questions. Empirical evidence has
shown this type of test item to be highly related to academic success.
Arithmetic: the numerical aspect consists of the items drawing largely from arithmetic. To some
degree, it involves skill with arithmetical concepts along with the computational speed. The content of
the numerical items is that to which practically all eighth grade students have been exposed.
Nonverbal: the nonverbal aspect consists of test items calling for a comprehension of form
relationships. Measurement is in terms of the ability to manipulate “things” mentally, to reason out
differences in pictured objects, and to deal with concrete materials through visualization. Recognition
of relationships and of differences has been shown by research to be basic to learning aptitude.
Part 2 Spelling (65 questions: 15 minutes)
The spelling test measures skill with a tool essential to written expression or communication. It also
reflects educations achievement in basic tools of learning.
Part 3 Reading Comprehension (50 questions: 35 minutes)
This test measures the ability to understand direct statements, interpret written expression, see the
authors intent, observe organization of ideas, and to extract information from written material with
respect to ideas and purposes; thus read and comprehend what is read.
Part 4 Information in the Natural Sciences (95 questions: 30 minutes)
Measurement with this test concerns accumulation of information in the natural sciences, i.e., biology,
chemistry, health, safety, etc., at a fundamental level. The relationship of knowledge in the area of
natural sciences to the course of study of the allied health educational is an obvious one.
Part 5 Vocational Adjustment Index (95 questions: 15 minutes) The person’s characteristic life
style is reflected in his or her distinctive educational and occupational adjustment. Feelings, attitudes,
opinions, and other personality characteristics and behavioral traits, which may be quite acceptable in
many situations, may not be those desirable for the prospective healthcare professional either as a
student or a practitioner.
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South Plains College
Paramedic Program
Admission Points Worksheet
Applicant's Name:
Date:
Student ID:
TSI Compliance:
Completed Program General Studies Course (1 point awarded per hour to a C or higher)
Points:
Cumulative Grade Point Average for Occupation Exam:
Points:
Successful Course Completion:
*Points will be awarded in one category of the highest level of achievement
10 pts.
Associates Degree
15 pts.
Bachelor's Degree or higher
Points:
Bonus Points:
Current NR or State AEMT Certification (10 points)
Points:
TOTAL APPLICATION POINTS:
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Notes:
Student Signature:
Advisor Signature:
Director Signature:
VNSG 1420:
ENGL 1302:
HITT 1305:
PSYC 2301:
ENGL 1301:
MATH 1314:
Humanities:
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Paramedic Application for Admission
Applicant Information
Please complete (type) all areas
Full Name:
Date:
Last
First
M.I.
Address:
Street Address
Apartment/Unit #
City
State
ZIP Code
Phone:
Email:
Have you ever taken any EMS courses at SPC before?
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Yes
If yes, explain:
Education
Please include all colleges, universities, vocational schools, allied health schools attended (including SPC)
Institution:
City & State:
Credits:
Did you graduate?
Degree Earned:
Institution:
City & State:
Credits:
Did you graduate?
Degree Earned:
Institution:
City & State:
Credits:
Did you graduate?
Degree Earned:
Current State and/or NR #:
Disclaimer and Signature
-Students in the SPC Paramedic Program who may have a criminal background, please be advised that the
background may keep you entering the program due to clinical site policies. Students who have a question
regarding their background, please speak with the Program Coordinator or the Department Chair.
-I hereby certify that the information contained in this application is true and complete to the best of my
knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation or falsification of information is caused for denial of
admission or expulsion from the college. I understand that the information contained in this application will be
read by the faculty and staff of the South Plains College Paramedic Program.
Signature:
Date:
If yes, when?
Yes
No
No
Email Application