[humanser] NCE Question

Wed Jul 31 20:46:44 UTC 2013

Well, I've never taken a licensure exam but, when I took my Comprehensive 
Exam to graduate with my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, I had to 
use a reader in a separate room.  To tell the truth, it almost cost me my 
degree.  I had this reader who couldn't even pronounce psychology.  When the 
Director of the Program checked on my progress, she noticed the problem and 
got another reader who could read and pronounce the words.  I only wish I 
had known Braille better or had had the opportunity to use the computer but 
that wasn't offered to me, probably because it was a small, private 
University.  I really believe in the fight to have choice in how we take 
major exams.  I mean, some of these exams determine whether or not we're 
allowed to practice in a Human Services field, whatever the career.

Regards,

Denise Shaible

-----Original Message----- 
From: Serena Cucco
Sent: Wednesday, July 31, 2013 11:32 AM
To: Human Services Mailing List
Subject: Re: [humanser] NCE Question

Hi all,

When I took the licensed social worker exam in NJ, I was lucky enough
to take the exam in Braille using a reader/scribe to input my answers
into the computer.  When I went over the test the 2nd time, I had the
reader read me the questions to make it faster.  She didn't have any
familiarity with the material and had trouble pronouncing some of the
social work terms.  Luckily, since I was also following along in
Braille, I was able to figure out the word she meant and that it was
or wasn't the choice I wanted.  I passed!  I certainly understand the
NFB's battle to make all electronic materials accessible to blind test
takers.  Since I knew this was going to be my last exam, since I know
I'm not going to get my doctorate, however, I decided to accept the
reader/scribe accommodation.  I felt quite fortunate to receive the
exam in Braille, so was satisfied.

Serena

On 7/31/13, MARY CHAPPELL <MTC5 at cox.net> wrote:
> Darla,
> I appreciate the reality testing and I truly have the awareness and know
> that I must do what is necessary to sustain my family's well being.
> Mary
> -----Original Message-----
> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Darla
> Rogers
> Sent: Tuesday, July 30, 2013 11:29 PM
> To: 'Human Services Mailing List'
> Subject: Re: [humanser] NCE Question
>
> Dear Mary,
>
> You have to do what you have to do to keep yourself fed and clothed;
> I wonder if it's too much too hope that the fact the BAR exam has been
> changed will help in our fight to have mental health professional exams in
> alternate formats.
> Darla
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of MARY
> CHAPPELL
> Sent: Tuesday, July 30, 2013 8:07 PM
> To: 'Human Services Mailing List'
> Subject: Re: [humanser] NCE Question
>
> Darla,
> In speaking with Mr. Brown in the past, I learned that legal proceedings 
> to
> insure that lawyers who sit for the bar could use screen reading software
> for the exam has been legally secured. I am certain that this was a long
> and
> arduous process; however, if it can change what it means to be blind, I
> want
> to be a part of the fight. I will lose a significant amount if this is not
> realized by December and I will have to assess as the time comes nearer.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Darla
> Rogers
> Sent: Tuesday, July 30, 2013 8:51 PM
> To: 'Human Services Mailing List'
> Cc: 'Charles Brown'
> Subject: Re: [humanser] NCE Question
>
> Quite right, Mary; this disregard and paternalism and ignorance has gone 
> on
> way long enough; maybe Mr. Brown can tell us if anyone has won a lawsuit
> against a testing entity.  It seems I remember, at least one, but I am not
> even sure how to Google it.
> How dare they keep you from retaining employment; it would be neat
> to see a class of folks who want to test sued; litigation, as you know,
> takes time, but you could probably sue for lost potential wages--actually
> in
> your case--they would be real wages.
> Darla
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of MARY
> CHAPPELL
> Sent: Tuesday, July 30, 2013 7:44 PM
> To: 'Human Services Mailing List'
> Cc: 'Charles Brown'
> Subject: Re: [humanser] NCE Question
>
> Jeannie,
> I am dealing with this dilemma at this exact moment. Trying to sit for my
> EPPP licensure so I can ethically practice, move into additional private
> practice as I have many referrals who are awaiting the occurrence and, I
> must have the necessary licensure to stay gainfully employed where I have
> been for 5 years. Like you I have been told the there is only a
> computerized
> version; I have been denied access using screen reading software. The 
> state
> agency has agreed to provide the software, load it at the proctor site for
> the exam, and offer trouble shooting support and, yet, the licensing board
> has denied the accommodation. They have offered large print or reader and
> scribe. As a doctorate in psychology I was insensed by the dismissive tone
> and disregard and I have asked that the Federation aid me in resolving 
> this
> issue. Obviously, this delays this necessary process but, I feel I must
> fight. I am copying Charlie Brown of the Federation in hopes that he may
> speak to this question.
> I hope our collective voices will enact change mechanisms so that we may
> function wholly as the mental health professionals that we are.
> Genuinely,
> Mary Tatum Chappell, Psy. D.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of JMassay
> Sent: Tuesday, July 30, 2013 6:48 PM
> To: humanser at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [humanser] NCE Question
>
> Hello all-
>
> It's great to see the recent activity on the list! I have a quick question
> for anyone who has recently or is getting ready to take the NCE Exam , or
> well, actually, any other Masters level licensure examination. I have been
> told that , although the exam is in an electronic format, I will have to
> take it with a scribe and a reader in a private room. I would like to ask
> everyone's thoughts on this issue and learn from your experiences as well.
>
> I appreciate any feedback that you can give me and anyone else preparing 
> to
> take a certification or licensure exam in the mental health field.
>
> Jeannie
>
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