Re: Trouble in Paradise?

That's one of the major problems I have with the CMT exam. Being able to research effectively is so important in this field, especially for working in multispecialty hospitals, and that's not taken into account at all.

Anne


Barbara Carlson wrote:
I know I am a good MT in the areas where I have experience, but I doubt I could pass the CMT without a LOT of study, and since I have happy clients in the areas I am good at, and really couldn't handle more business than I already have, becoming a CMT would not be worth the effort. That doesn't mean that I do not think some sort of indication of qualifications would be a good idea, however.

Where I think we need an organization is to set standards, and accredit schools. I think there need to be different levels of certification. And committing obscure diagnoses or equipment to memory is useless--but do I know how to find it when I do need it? I do not have to stop and look up often in the fields I am experienced in, but I know where to do it when I need it. And does the CMT exam test for English/grammar? I can pass any exam you want to give me in that field and it is where I find many lacking. Right now all having CMT after your name means is that you passed a test. It doesn't mean you are a good MT. I can furnish anyone who wants proof of my qualifications with references from satisfied clients.

Barb C. 
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