The CASPer Test, or the Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics, is a web-based situational judgment test. It's designed to assess your interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, professionalism, ethics, empathy, and bedside manner—outside of academics. Here are some key points about the CASPer Test:
It's important to note that while not all medical schools mandate the CASPer test, its popularity has been steadily increasing since its establishment in 2010.
Historically CASPer has been employed to assess whether an individual is a suitable candidate for medical school. However, in more recent times, it has also been integrated into undergraduate application forms.
Here are some undergraduate programs in Ontario that require the CASPer test:
York University: The School of Nursing at York University no longer requires the CASPer test
Please be aware that the list of schools that require or do not require CASPer may change over time. For the most current information, it is recommended to consult the website or admission requirements of each program you are interested in.
Sources:
https://acuityinsights.app/casper/
https://ugme.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/admissions/how-to-apply
https://rehab.queensu.ca/academic-programs/mscpt/admission
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