NIRSAT Frequently Asked Questions
- What if I do not have a PC to take the NIRSAT online?
- What happens if I do not take the NIRSAT?
- Who has access to my test results?
- Can I find out what questions I answered incorrectly?
- What happens if I have trouble with my computer during the test?
- What happens if I have to stop the test with questions and time remaining and complete the NIRSAT at a later date or time?
- How soon will the NIRSAT be available?
- Can I prepay for the NIRSAT?
- Are there any seminars available on the 5th edition of the AMA Guides or material to assist in preparing for the NIRSAT?
What if I do not have a PC to take the NIRSAT online?
If you do not have a PC to take the NIRSAT online, please contact the office and we will try and help. We have agreements with “study halls” across the country and we will try to set up an appointment for you. However, the cost of the test will be more due to the cost of using the “study halls”. That cost has yet to be determined and you will be notified upon request.
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What happens if I do not take the NIRSAT?
Pursuant to NAC 616C.021, a rater on the Panel of Rating Physicians and Chiropractors that has not passed the NIRSAT by 9/1/06, will not be assigned PPD evaluations or be able to perform PPD evaluations per agreement until such time as the Division of Industrial Relation is notified that the rater has passed the NIRSAT.
All new applicants to the Rating Panel will also be required to pass the NIRSAT by 9/1/06 in order to be able to perform PPD evaluations. After, 9/1/06 all new raters to the Rating Panel will also be required to pass the NIRSAT before performing PPD evaluations.
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Who has access to my test results?
The rater and specific employees of the Division of Industrial Relations and AAEME are the only people able to obtain a rater’s test results.
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Can I find out what questions I answered incorrectly?
As stated in the overview, if you fail or get a grade lower than you had anticipated, you may request information about the questions that you got wrong. You must submit the request on your letterhead and it must have your signature. We will then forward to you (privately) the areas of the test that need more attention to detail.
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What happens if I have trouble with my computer during the test?
If you have started the test and for some reason are kicked off, you can call the office and they will assist you. If you are taking the test at night, call in the morning. Whatever questions you have answered, will not be lost and we will help you depending on what the problems is.
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What happens if I have to stop the test with questions and time remaining and complete the NIRSAT at a later date or time?
Once you start the test, you must complete it. You will not be allowed to start and stop at will. So, make sure you block out 4 hours of time when you will not be disturbed.
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How soon will the NIRSAT be available?
The NIRSAT will be available by June 9, 2006 and the official date is July 1, 2006. This means that the NIRSAT will be available and can be taken after June 9, 2006.
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Can I prepay for the NIRSAT?
If you do not want to pay by credit card, you should call the AAEME office and provide your information, and then send a check. Once your check has cleared, you will be issued a student ID.
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Are there any seminars available on the 5th edition of the Guides or material to assist in preparing for the NIRSAT?
AAEME has scheduled a 5th edition seminar in Las Vegas for July 29th and 30th. You can register on line for this seminar and also see the course outline. We will be giving a short self assessment test at the end of day two to help you determine your areas of weakness, if there are any.
AAEME is also preparing a Quick Reference Guide for the 5th edition testing which will be available to purchase by June 7th. It will also contain sample questions to test your IR skills.
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