Diagnostic & Therapeutic Sciences: Faculty Publications

Applicant Interviews: Is There an Alternative for Selective Admissions?

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Article

Publication Date

12-2011

Publication Title

Radiologic Sciences & Education

Abstract

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 < .05), with an R2 of .037. Subjects’ 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 > .05), with an R2 of .008. Neither math skills, composite scores, nor standard scores can be used to predict applicant interview scores at Armstrong.

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Copyright © 2011 Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences, Inc. (AEIRS)

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