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Predictive Validity of the HESI Radiography Exit Exam and Best Practices for ARRT Certification Exam Success.
Christine Gouveia1, Ryan S Baker2, Scott Wimer3
1Christine Gouveia, PhD, worked for Elsevier during the writing of this manuscript and currently works for the University of Pennsylvania.
Radiologic Technology
|July 30, 2024
Summary
The Health Education Systems Incorporated (HESI) Exit Exam accurately predicts radiography students' first-time success on the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam. Implementing minimum HESI scores and required preparation enhances student outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Radiologic Technology Education
- Health Professions Assessment
Background:
- Radiography programs utilize standardized exams to assess student readiness for certification.
- The Health Education Systems Incorporated (HESI) Exit Exam is a commonly used tool to evaluate student preparedness.
- The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam is the standard for entry-level radiographers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To validate the predictive accuracy of HESI Exit Exam scores for first-time ARRT certification exam success.
- To investigate the association between radiography program policies regarding the HESI Exit Exam and student outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective data collection from 25 radiography program directors on ARRT outcomes.
- Survey of 24 program directors regarding HESI Exit Exam policies.
- Correlation analysis between HESI scores, ARRT outcomes, and program policies for 1265 graduates (2018-2021).
Main Results:
- Higher HESI Exit Exam scores correlated significantly with increased first-time ARRT pass rates (79.4% to 100%).
- Students scoring 750-799 on HESI had an 86.4% ARRT pass rate; those scoring 800+ achieved 94.5-100%.
- Mandatory minimum HESI scores and required exam preparation were linked to better ARRT success.
Conclusions:
- The HESI Exit Exam demonstrates strong predictive validity for ARRT certification exam success.
- Specific HESI Exit Exam policies, such as minimum score requirements and preparation, are associated with improved student performance.
- Findings can inform radiography program improvements and highlight best practices for enhancing student readiness.
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