Applicant Interviews: Is There an Alternative for Selective Admissions?

Gloria Deal Strickland, Rochelle Bornett Lee

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Abstract

<p> The purpose of this study was to determine if a standardized test, specifically the Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test (HOBET), could predict an interview score. Data was collected from a convenience sample that consisted of applicants to radiologic sciences at Armstrong Atlantic State University. All applicants were asked to complete the HOBET test prior to admission. Findings indicate that a weak correlation exists between interview scores and two variables, comprehensive and inferential reading scores. A significant regression equation was found (F(2, 162) = 3.097, p &lt; .05), with an R2 of .037. Subjects&rsquo; predicted interview score is equal to 59.605 + .199 (comprehension) - .155 (inferential reading). The relationship between interview scores and HOBET essential math skills, composite final scores, and standard scores was not statistically significant (F(2, 162) = .417, p &gt; .05), with an R2 of .008. Neither math skills, composite scores, nor standard scores can be used to predict applicant interview scores at Armstrong.</p><p> <a href="https://f05fadd7-f91f-4042-b8ee-ccd970a5d855.filesusr.com/ugd/9e9305_c507322bdf4f4e5282a8da2510468846.pdf" target="_self"> Abstracts </a></p>
Original languageAmerican English
JournalRadiologic Sciences & Education
Volume16
StatePublished - Dec 1 2011

DC Disciplines

  • Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment
  • Medicine and Health Sciences

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