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Topics		Replies	Score	Author	Latest Post
	OM 2017	8		Barbara Weathers, MA	Keep the questions come. Certification is important to career-minded administrative professional. by J. Cocco Tuesday, August 30, 2016
	Albuquerque, NM ~ Study for March CAP together or Share Advice?	1		K. Madrid	Please note that Horizon Presentations is currently preparing facilitator materials for anyone interested in facilitating a LAN study group.http://www.horizonpresentatios.com by B. Shaw Wednesday, August 24, 2016
	Broward area - Sitting for Sept CAP: Interested in meeting weekly to study?	1		D. Pringle	Hi Debbie, I hope you are able to find someone to study with locally. I would strongly recommend that you plan to meet weekly if at all possible. With only 9 weeks left until the test, time is definitely ticking. I am not sure if Debbie Bridge is leading a study group this go around, but she is in Florida. I am leading a virtual study group if you would like to join it. All prior sessions have been recorded, but you would have a lot of reading to catch up on. Marie by M. Herman Wednesday, June 29, 2016
	Prepare for Sept. 2016 CAP Exam	4		Samantha Bryant	Good afternoon,Welcome to IAAP. I applaud your decision to sit for CAP in September. There are many ways to prepare for certification exams and which you chose depends upon your unique learning style. A good starting point is the IAAP CAP Study Guide. It takes the CAP Body of Knowledge and expands on it, in addition to providing study tips and a competency assessment. No one source will completely prepare you for CAP, however if you start with a solid guide to the exam subject-matter, a dedicated study schedule, and additional resources (textbooks, study groups, etc), you will set your self up for success. Best wishes,Barbara by Barbara Weathers, MA Tuesday, June 28, 2016
	CAP Recertification - Crisp Books	1		P. Bishop	Found them. They're in the Online Store. by P. Bishop Thursday, June 16, 2016
	I'm excited to take the Sept '16 CAP Exam	2		M. Colbert	It's an exciting journey you are embarking on. How fun to stretch our brains and remind ourselves that learning should be lifelong. I'm looking forward to sharing the journey with you! by M. Herman Thursday, June 16, 2016
	My CAP Journey	4		K. Young	Woo hoo! Congratulations on your decision to go for it with the CAP. You can definitely expand your skillset with this exam and it's helpful to share the journey with others. :) by M. Herman Saturday, June 11, 2016
	Setting My Next Goal: To Pass the OM Exam	3		A. Banks	Arlice, Congrats on taking the OM examination. If you are looking for a quick review, you might find the flashcards at www.horizonpresentations.com helpful.Brenda K. Shaw, M.S. Ed., CAO-OM by B. Shaw Friday, June 10, 2016
	LAST CHANCE!!! Register Today for Sept. 2016 exams	0		M. Herman	Today is your last chance to register for the September 2016 CAP and OM exams. You've only got a few hours left, so if you plan to check these off your bucket list in 2016, you need to do it NOW!!! Marie by M. Herman Wednesday, June 8, 2016
	CAP and Me	2		C. Slabaugh	Keep on learning is my motto. by J. Cocco Tuesday, June 7, 2016
	My CAP Journey	6		A. Duncombe	Hi Drenda, I am also from the Bahamas (Nassau) and looking forward to when I take the exam. Am hoping I can in March 2017. Will be attending my first Summit in July and that will kick me off to studying for the exam. I have already obtain my BA in Business Administration and Management but I want to get more hands-on skills that will help me even further in my field. I am an Administrative Assistant/Personal Assistant to the Director of The National Museum of The Bahamas. by S. Butler Monday, June 6, 2016
	Taking on the September 2016 CAP-OM exam	3		J. Rowan	Thank you ladies. I do have a full plate but I like it that way. Keeps the mind fresh and the boredom away. by J. Rowan Friday, June 3, 2016
	Purchase of a 2016 CAP Study Guide	1		P. Devenish	Hi PortiaI wrote my exam in March (Passed it!! WOO HOO) and have the CAP Study guide - I did mark it up during my study process but if you are interested in it, I would be happy to let you have it if you cover the shipping. I am in Ontario, Canada.If you want to email me @ lmsmith0310@gmail.com we can make arrangements.Louise by L. Smith Thursday, June 2, 2016
	Cap Exam.....I'm going to do this!	4		C. Richardson	Had the same experience BUT when I made the commitment to myself to achieve this, something clicked! I came away from the exam wondering what I had been so scared of. Prepare yourself the best you can and go in knowing that you have the skills and expertise it takes to be a Certified Administrative Professional! Be confident in your knowledge and yourself!! BTW - all that worry and anxiety I put myself through ... I passed on my first write & now proudly include CAP as a designation :-) by L. Smith Thursday, June 2, 2016
	CAP Study Group Sep. 2016	4		T. Holloway	Hi Tiffany,I am right there with you. Each year I've been a member I've had different excuses and I am finally taking the big leap towards certification. Good luck to us all!Leticia by L. Villarreal Wednesday, June 1, 2016
	CAP Certification Story	2		A. Halvorson	How awesome to be laying the groundwork for the rest of your career. You have many exciting new adventures ahead of you - certification, a new boss, and who knows what else? But with foresight and planning and determination, you will be ready for anything that life throws at you!Marie by M. Herman Tuesday, May 31, 2016
	2016 CAP certification - the journey begins!	3		A. Hopkins	I think most of us experienced trepidation and courage when we made the decision to sit for certification -- or any advanced educational experience. I didn't think too much about the courage part back when I made the decision so thank you for adding that word. Back then it was a six part, two-day exam with one part being an in-basket exercise. The instructions for that part were all verbal and you had to take notes (any way you wanted) in order to be able to complete that section. Yes, it involved transcription and typewriters. The good thing was you did not have to have the dictation word-for-word; you could make improvements. Today's test still tests you for the same things (other than note taking) and are still looking at whether or not you can spell, understand grammar, and can format a document.I have found out over the years, going into any exam, starting with a positive attitude helps and I know all candidates can do that. by C. Hawkins Tuesday, May 31, 2016
	September 2016 OM Exam	3		J. Wyatt	In 2004, after passing the CPS - now the CAP, I received a promotion. Even though you have been doing this work all along and are no doubt exceptional in many ways, passing the CAP can be the proof that others need to see you are head and shoulders above others in a similar role.Good for you!Sharon by S. Taylor she, her, hers Tuesday, May 31, 2016
	Why I'm Sitting for the CAP Exam	3		R. Conner	I admire you for deciding to take the exam; you will not be sorry. I felt much like you did when I decided to take it. This will validate all that you know and do. Best of luck!Sharon by S. Taylor she, her, hers Tuesday, May 31, 2016
	Why I decided to take the CAP Exam	3		C. Foot	Good for you Candice! Ditto on both Jean and Marie's comments. Just remember, you got this!Sharon by S. Taylor she, her, hers Tuesday, May 31, 2016

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