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Good morning all.  First time posting here.  I recently took the RAC Medical Device exam and came 2 points away from passing (knowing the points don't represent a particular number of questions right/wrong due to the scoring methodology employed). 

I studied the Fundamentals of Med Device Regulations, paid for the on-line available practice exams and study material (which I 100% reviewed), and still came up a couple of points short.  I live in the Greater Boston area, and was wondering if anyone may be able to suggest any resources that I may be missing. 

I've spent my career (25+ years) primarily on the Quality/Quality Systems/Supplier Quality side of things, so I'm wondering if the exam is something that simply becomes easier once an individual has had more "hands on" experience.  Open to any and all suggestions!

Thanks,
Brad

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Brad Osborne ASQ
Director of Quality
Northborough MA
United States
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Hi Brad, 

you're nearly there!!

Best to connect to your local RAPS chapter, as they might well be organising prep-meetings. Most US chapters do, or they might refer you to a nearby chapter.

You can also check the chapters page on the RAPS website

on to a passing score next time!!

G

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Gert Bos FRAPS, PhD
CTO, Executive Director & Partner at Qserve Group
Baarn
Netherlands
Gert.bos@qservegroup.com
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-Feb-2021 09:41
From: Brad Osborne
Subject: Suggestions for Studying for RAC

Good morning all.  First time posting here.  I recently took the RAC Medical Device exam and came 2 points away from passing (knowing the points don't represent a particular number of questions right/wrong due to the scoring methodology employed).

I studied the Fundamentals of Med Device Regulations, paid for the on-line available practice exams and study material (which I 100% reviewed), and still came up a couple of points short.  I live in the Greater Boston area, and was wondering if anyone may be able to suggest any resources that I may be missing.

I've spent my career (25+ years) primarily on the Quality/Quality Systems/Supplier Quality side of things, so I'm wondering if the exam is something that simply becomes easier once an individual has had more "hands on" experience.  Open to any and all suggestions!

Thanks,
Brad

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Brad Osborne ASQ
Director of Quality
Northborough MA
United States
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Thanks to all for the suggestions...I really appreciate the help!

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Brad Osborne ASQ
Director of Quality
Northborough MA
United States
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Original Message:
Sent: 11-Feb-2021 13:37
From: Gert Bos
Subject: Suggestions for Studying for RAC

Hi Brad,

you're nearly there!!

Best to connect to your local RAPS chapter, as they might well be organising prep-meetings. Most US chapters do, or they might refer you to a nearby chapter.

You can also check the chapters page on the RAPS website

on to a passing score next time!!

G

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Gert Bos FRAPS, PhD
CTO, Executive Director & Partner at Qserve Group
Baarn
Netherlands
Gert.bos@qservegroup.com

Original Message:
Sent: 02-Feb-2021 09:41
From: Brad Osborne
Subject: Suggestions for Studying for RAC

Good morning all.  First time posting here.  I recently took the RAC Medical Device exam and came 2 points away from passing (knowing the points don't represent a particular number of questions right/wrong due to the scoring methodology employed).

I studied the Fundamentals of Med Device Regulations, paid for the on-line available practice exams and study material (which I 100% reviewed), and still came up a couple of points short.  I live in the Greater Boston area, and was wondering if anyone may be able to suggest any resources that I may be missing.

I've spent my career (25+ years) primarily on the Quality/Quality Systems/Supplier Quality side of things, so I'm wondering if the exam is something that simply becomes easier once an individual has had more "hands on" experience.  Open to any and all suggestions!

Thanks,
Brad

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Brad Osborne ASQ
Director of Quality
Northborough MA
United States
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Thanks so much, Gert...really appreciate the encouragement!

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Brad Osborne ASQ
Director of Quality
Northborough MA
United States
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Original Message:
Sent: 11-Feb-2021 13:37
From: Gert Bos
Subject: Suggestions for Studying for RAC

Hi Brad,

you're nearly there!!

Best to connect to your local RAPS chapter, as they might well be organising prep-meetings. Most US chapters do, or they might refer you to a nearby chapter.

You can also check the chapters page on the RAPS website

on to a passing score next time!!

G

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Gert Bos FRAPS, PhD
CTO, Executive Director & Partner at Qserve Group
Baarn
Netherlands
Gert.bos@qservegroup.com

Original Message:
Sent: 02-Feb-2021 09:41
From: Brad Osborne
Subject: Suggestions for Studying for RAC

Good morning all.  First time posting here.  I recently took the RAC Medical Device exam and came 2 points away from passing (knowing the points don't represent a particular number of questions right/wrong due to the scoring methodology employed).

I studied the Fundamentals of Med Device Regulations, paid for the on-line available practice exams and study material (which I 100% reviewed), and still came up a couple of points short.  I live in the Greater Boston area, and was wondering if anyone may be able to suggest any resources that I may be missing.

I've spent my career (25+ years) primarily on the Quality/Quality Systems/Supplier Quality side of things, so I'm wondering if the exam is something that simply becomes easier once an individual has had more "hands on" experience.  Open to any and all suggestions!

Thanks,
Brad

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Brad Osborne ASQ
Director of Quality
Northborough MA
United States
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