The SMRP Certifying Organization (SMRPCO) is seeking qualified individuals to participate in a two-day item writing workshop for the Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) Exam.
Background
Item writing is a critical step in SMRPCO’s exam development process. To ensure the CMRP exam continues to be a rigorous, experience-based exam, SMRPCO enlists the help of qualified volunteers to write and edit questions for inclusion on future CMRP exams.
Item Writing Workshop
Pearson VUE’s content development team will facilitate a virtual item writing workshop for 12-15 subject matter experts (SMEs) online on February 17 and 18, 2022.
During the two-day workshop, Pearson VUE will train participants on:
- Item content guidelines
- Item terminology and writing guidelines
- Metadata
- Item writing tasks, goals, and processes
After training takes place, participants will spend time individually and as a group writing and reviewing questions.
Requirements for participation
- Must hold an active CMRP credential
- Must be able to fully participate in both days of the workshop (9:00 AM Eastern to 5:00 PM Eastern on February 17-18, 2022).
Benefits of Participating
- Share your knowledge and expertise with peers
- Contribute to a leading exam for maintenance and reliability technicians
- Earn 16 recertification hours
- Learn about the exam development process from Pearson VUE – the global leader in computer-based testing
Diversity & Application Selection
Having diverse participation at the item writing workshop is key. Applications will be reviewed by SMRPCO staff to ensure variety in experience, industry, role, etc. Applicants who are chosen to participate will be contacted by SMRPCO staff. Please note, submitting an application does not guarantee participation.