| Activity | Exam Development |
| Role | Item Writer |
| No. of Positions | 1 |
| Area | Operations |
| Duties | Item writers are responsible for developing psychometrically sound exam items (questions and cases), which adhere to Ontario Clinical Sciences and Ontario Biomedical examinations’ blueprints and study reference guides, the College’s style guide, and the item writing guide. Item writers are also responsible for participating in item writer peer review sessions to revise and strengthen questions prior to the Exams Committee (Entry-to-Practise)’s review of developed examination content. |
| Work Volume | The examination process anticipates the creation of new questions for both the Ontario Clinical Sciences Examination and the Ontario Biomedical Examination annually. Approximately 125 new items (questions) are required. In addition to writing items, which is self-directed (unpaid), two full-day meetings are expected for each exam (paid). |
| Compensation | Item writers are paid a per diem, as set out in the Council’s Per Diem Policy. |
| Knowledge base | Strong working knowledge of the scope of practise of naturopathy in Ontario. Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to produce written content within set deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Experience in writing items for high stakes examinations is an asset. |
| Disqualifications | The following individuals would be disqualified from being appointed to this role: Individuals employed as an administrative faculty member or instructor at a naturopathic educational program (teaching assistants and clinic supervisors are exempted). Due to potential conflicts of interest, Item Writers/Reviewers should not be involved in the development, maintenance or administration of exam preparatory courses related to the Ontario Clinical Sciences Examination and the Ontario Biomedical Examination, or with the development of naturopathic examination content for examining boards or similar bodies. |
| How to Apply | Applications may be submitted online through the College’s Volunteer Application Process. |