Our VITA interview prep course starts with getting you comfortable with the VITA format and helping you select quality personal examples so you are prepared to answer any question you’ll face regarding the 5 core competencies. In addition, you’ll be put through a full mock VITA interview and be provided with specific feedback on areas for improvement.
You’ll work 1-on-1 with an experienced member of our team of medical students and doctors, who will guide you through brainstorming/strategy sessions, a full VITA™ mock interview, and answer any questions you might have regarding this new admissions tool.
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Part 1: Experiences/Strategy Brainstorming Call
We will help you identify experiences from each of the 5 core competencies that the VITA interview is centered around: Social Skills, Cultural Competence, Teamwork, Reliability and Dependability, and Resilience and Adaptability.
Part 2: Your Homework
Break down each experience into the S.T.A.R. method. Situation, Task, Action, Result.
Part 3: S.T.A.R. Coaching Call
There are two types of questions that will be asked during the VITA™ Interview: Past Behavior and Situational.
*Only included in the Plus and Ultimate packages.
Part 4: Full VITA Mock Interview
The AAMC VITA Mock Interview will be conducted on a Zoom video call. The VITA Mock Interview will be screen recorded and shared with the VITA Team. A team member will then watch your interview and fill out an evaluation form. You will also be sent the interview in order to learn from your mistakes.
Part 5: VITA Interview Evaluation
During and after your interview, a team member will fill out an evaluation form. The purpose of the Mock AAMC VITA Interview evaluation form is to measure your performance in multiple areas. From these scores you will know which areas you need to work on.
Part 6: Tips and Advice Call
After you have been given your evaluation form you and a team member will have a phone call. They will go over any advice specifically for you and helpful tips. You can also ask questions regarding your evaluation and/or the AAMC VITA Interview.
Part 7: VITA Sample Question Bank
The team has created a bank of questions that could potentially be asked during the VITA Interview. You will have access to all of these VITA sample questions after your mock interview in order to study and practice your answers.
Emergency Medicine Physician
Background: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Class of 2019
Emergency Medicine Physician
Background: University of Virginia School of Medicine Class of 2020
Family Medicine Physician
Background: NSU-COM Class of 2020
MS2 at NYU
MS2 at Temple’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine
MS1 at Wake Forest School of Medicine
MS1 at Rush Medical College in Chicago
MS1 at the Miller School of Medicine – University of Miami
MS1 at Drexel University College of Medicine
MS2 at Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
MS2 at the University of Minnesota Medical School – Twin Cities
MS2 at the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine
MS2 at Nova Southeastern University’s Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
Part 1: Experiences/Strategy Brainstorming Call
We will help you identify experiences from each of the 5 core competencies that the VITA interview is centered around: Social Skills, Cultural Competence, Teamwork, Reliability and Dependability, and Resilience and Adaptability.
Part 2: Your Homework
Break down each experience into the S.T.A.R. method. Situation, Task, Action, Result.
Part 3: S.T.A.R. Coaching Call
There are two types of questions that will be asked during the VITA™ Interview: Past Behavior and Situational.
*Only included in the Plus and Ultimate packages.
Part 4: Full VITA Mock Interview
The AAMC VITA Mock Interview will be conducted on a Zoom video call. The VITA Mock Interview will be screen recorded and shared with the VITA Team. A team member will then watch your interview and fill out an evaluation form. You will also be sent the interview in order to learn from your mistakes.
Part 5: VITA Interview Evaluation
During and after your interview, a team member will fill out an evaluation form. The purpose of the Mock AAMC VITA Interview evaluation form is to measure your performance in multiple areas. From these scores you will know which areas you need to work on.
Part 6: Tips and Advice Call
After you have been given your evaluation form you and a team member will have a phone call. They will go over any advice specifically for you and helpful tips. You can also ask questions regarding your evaluation and/or the AAMC VITA Interview.
Part 7: VITA Sample Question Bank
The team has created a bank of questions that could potentially be asked during the VITA Interview. You will have access to all of these VITA sample questions after your mock interview in order to study and practice your answers.
Purchase the VITA Prep if you only answered “no” to question 1.
Purchase the VITA Prep Plus or the Ultimate Interview Prep if you answered “no” to more than one of the above questions.
Are you still unsure which package is right for you? Call or text Becca at 917-994-0765.
Depending on your availability, this course can be completed within a minimum of 4 days. If you aren’t on a time crunch, this course take however many days you need, there is no max.
Yes, after your mock interview you will be sent the video recording within 24 hours.
We are always happy to help in any way that we can. If you ever want additional help, we are here for you. Just reach out to Becca (917-994-0765 or [email protected]) with what you need and she’ll create an affordable custom package for you.
Our main goal is providing you with services and courses that make your life less stressful, prepare you, and ultimately help you get accepted into medical school. If you feel like this isn’t happening you can always text or call Becca at 917-994-0765. She is on stand by ready to help and make sure you’re getting the guidance you need. If an issue can’t be solved or you don’t use the course, you will get a full refund.
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