I just took the test yesterday. With zero test prep and I passed it on the first try. It is not that hard. The first part is a paragraph test. What does the paragraph best describe. What was the writer of the paragraph trying to say and its a multiple choice. Then there were some sentences to read. You have to determine if there are spelling errors, grammar, punctuation or no errors. Word reasoning is next. What word closely best resembles the test word. It's multiple choice. It was timed at 1 hour. I was finished with that section in about 30 minutes. Take your time, you wont need all of that time but if you want to just cruise that hour should be plenty of time. The Xray was easy. They give you 30 seconds to look at images. Say keys... Their will be 6 different keys to look at. Some on key chains and some not. But, the key to this is the color. Just look for the key shapes and that color within the xray and you will see whether the keys are there or not. There are some xray photos that are difficult but just give it your best shot. And so on with other objects. You will test on things like knives, shoes, calculators, cell phones, kitchen utensils and so on. Just study the images for the 30 seconds and their color before each section. You should be able to determine if the objects are there or not. You will have to act quickly because for each question you get , I think it was 10 seconds, so you will need your thinking cap. Just relax, take deep breaths and the test will be fine. I thought I was going to be stressed out of my mind and I wasn't. Just think common sense and you should all be able to prevail. I was home in about 20 minutes after the test and already had the email waiting when I walked in the door. Then the next step is to accept the conditional / contingent offer of employment and then the next phase begins. Good luck all. Again, just take your time, relax. I am a 51 year old guy. Been out of college a long time. You should be fine. You will have plenty of time. Sit up straight and don't let yourself get into a relaxed position. read the questions aloud, or whisper them to yourself, so you stay on task and not let your mind wonder. You will do fine..... Take care and good luck.
Thank you Tara. I followed your lead and treated the X-ray part of the test like a video game. I also trusted my eyes. As others have said: if you don’t see it, it isn’t there.
I had so much going on that day before and thought i wouldnt even be in the right mind for it. but with faith and high spirit I got it girl..and yes you have to get excited about it to get into it
I wrote the test today and passed! I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to post your video. Two things helped me - be confident and "where's Waldo"!
Thank you for this video. Like you, I've watched a few and was getting nervous. After watching yours, I'm more at ease, I take my test tomorrow morning.
*Sweet*Shine* I’m sorry, I missed your question months ago. No, I did not, but began working at an airline, which gets me travel benefits I wouldn’t have otherwise had. God had a bigger plan! Thanks for asking, and thanks for the video!!
Thats not true. Because you don't see it doesn't mean it wasn't there. I just took mine and had to look really hard to find some items because they have the key items in super packed luggages.
That's not true. I took the test the first time and passed. I went in cold back in 2009 when these videos didn't exist. There's a trick to doing this test. I worked at TSA from 2011 to 2013, during training they taught us how to do the x-ray test. It's really not hard at all.
Think positive! I'm excited to take this test on Friday and hopefully pass because I'm dying to make a change in my current employment, especially something part time. Thanks Tara! Update! I took the test yesterday afternoon and I passed! I'm not sure how well I did on the Xray portion, there were a couple images that were pretty tough, but I'm glad that I was able to make the grade!
Thanks..my test is next week...this helps with the nervousness I'm dealing with....the bird looks like an Egret to me similar to the stork in some ways, good eyes ...thanks again pretty lady
@@Qcfinest757 and I just passed it right now and got the the email as soon as I turned my phone on, I feel like it’s honestly what you make it and trust what you see
I passed the test, did a credit check, and did my eqip background check. It's been close to two years lol. Long drawn out process. Just notified about an airport accessment test for Amarillo TX.
This was really helpful thank you. I am a very good student, especially when it comes to English. Yet, I was still freaking out about it because of the unknown. I even considered buying a practice test. So thank you for convincing me that it is a waste to do so.
Good luck, TSA is horrible!! Worked there for 16 years and regretted every day of it. The pay was good so I was kinda stuck there for the area I live in.
I took it today and pass. I also watch videos and thought it would’ve been hard. The X-Ray part of you don’t see it, it’s not there. Relax and just focus on what you are doing.
very helpful, thank you!! I'm taking the test this Saturday and I saw they were charging 40 bucks for prep tests. I second guessed myself and thought I need to be studying like crazy, but I decided I'm just going to get a goodnight rest and walk in with a positive mindset!
Thank you very much for such an informative video! I'm taking my test tomorrow. I'm not stressing it too much because I'm generally a very good test taker and consider myself a pretty intelligent person. I'm mostly worried about the credit check part. I don't have super huge debt, but my score is pretty low from some rough times. I don't suppose you know what they look at?
Tara, I wanted to give you an update to share experiences. I went and took the CBT and passed! Everything you said was spot on! God bless you and thanks for the help. I also passed the credit check! Just filed my form for my National Security Clearance and awaiting my airport assessment! woohoo! Are you working now or still going through your own process?
For those in the process of taking the exam I highly recommend purchasing a practice test. (be mindful to purchase the correct TSO prep exam !!) there has been a new update on the TSO exams (fairly simpler now - but are only 3 sections ) 1st & 2nd section were very common sense questions Unlike the 3rd section which consists of 2D -3D matching images ! I got to take my TSO exam today but haven’t heard anything as of now but I do wanna thank you for uploading this video as i believe it has helped me to understand it all wish me luck !
I thought it was pretty simple. I took the CBT and the Standardized ASVAB for the military without studying and got high scores, easily. It's very consciously an SAT and a Standardized state test rolled into one.
Hi Luis, you can take the test again. 🙂 thr x-ray portion of the test can be tricky but not hard. If you don't see it than it's not there. Don't second guess yourself and go with your gut.
I passed, Idk what answers I got right or wrong but on the X-ray portion of the exam, if I found myself taking more than 5 seconds to find the object I just assumed it wasn't there because most of the time I could instantly Identify it, but that's just me
Thank you, I take my test tomorrow and the unknown is bothering me. I will Stay positive to get Positive results. Thank you so much for your video. I feel I'm going to pass.
Tara Wherry What if I still feel like I wanted to study for the Computer Based Test (CBT) What Grade Level books I should Read like 8th grade or High school level
I don't recommend the CBT test book since the test was primarily on reading comprehension, spelling, punctuation, and of course the xray portion. If you want to brush on your spelling or punctuation you can do that
Tara Wherry When I contact the HelpDesk the said Book was never published for the CBT Test and They Also told me the test consists of Reading Writing listening an object organization
@@bettyjagan367 they’ll have a locker I’m sure. Kind of funny it’s almost like the same set up and all as the ASVAB, lol. I’m going to Nashville, you? And @tara Wherry, thank you!
Tara Wherry I had to reschedule too because my second last name was not in my application.. I've been waiting 3 months and I finally got contacted and I have my airport Assesment on feb. 1st! I'm excited
Tinimini Williams Sorry to hear that. Bright side you know what to expect. You will be more prepared and not nervous the second go round. Stay positive.
I just took the test yesterday. With zero test prep and I passed it on the first try. It is not that hard. The first part is a paragraph test. What does the paragraph best describe. What was the writer of the paragraph trying to say and its a multiple choice. Then there were some sentences to read. You have to determine if there are spelling errors, grammar, punctuation or no errors. Word reasoning is next. What word closely best resembles the test word. It's multiple choice. It was timed at 1 hour. I was finished with that section in about 30 minutes. Take your time, you wont need all of that time but if you want to just cruise that hour should be plenty of time.
The Xray was easy. They give you 30 seconds to look at images. Say keys... Their will be 6 different keys to look at. Some on key chains and some not. But, the key to this is the color. Just look for the key shapes and that color within the xray and you will see whether the keys are there or not. There are some xray photos that are difficult but just give it your best shot. And so on with other objects. You will test on things like knives, shoes, calculators, cell phones, kitchen utensils and so on. Just study the images for the 30 seconds and their color before each section. You should be able to determine if the objects are there or not. You will have to act quickly because for each question you get , I think it was 10 seconds, so you will need your thinking cap.
Just relax, take deep breaths and the test will be fine. I thought I was going to be stressed out of my mind and I wasn't. Just think common sense and you should all be able to prevail. I was home in about 20 minutes after the test and already had the email waiting when I walked in the door. Then the next step is to accept the conditional / contingent offer of employment and then the next phase begins. Good luck all. Again, just take your time, relax. I am a 51 year old guy. Been out of college a long time. You should be fine. You will have plenty of time. Sit up straight and don't let yourself get into a relaxed position. read the questions aloud, or whisper them to yourself, so you stay on task and not let your mind wonder. You will do fine..... Take care and good luck.
So the items will match the color ?
Thank you very helpful
Be careful. You agreed to not state what is on the test.
I passed. I went in with your mindset that I already passed and I did your “find Waldo” trick so thanks for that. I give God the glory.
How was the English grammar part any tips?
@@christinadelvalle8425 its basic school grade grammer and punctuation
Good news! I have passed the test! Thank you for this video. Very helpful.
Thank you Tara. I followed your lead and treated the X-ray part of the test like a video game. I also trusted my eyes. As others have said: if you don’t see it, it isn’t there.
She’s right the test is common sense. Try not to over think it and you will pass.
Either it’s there or it’s not. Simple but great advice!! Ty!!
Thank you for the insight on this test! I just scheduled mine and I'm a little nervous, more excited than nervous though! 😄😁
Odalis Mancha you will do just fine. Let me know how it goes.
I had so much going on that day before and thought i wouldnt even be in the right mind for it. but with faith and high spirit I got it girl..and yes you have to get excited about it to get into it
Thanks for this. I'm scheduled for the test this Saturday, and I like to know what I'm walking into. And the bird was a bonus. :)
I wrote the test today and passed! I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to post your video. Two things helped me - be confident and "where's Waldo"!
Congrats
Thank you for this video. Like you, I've watched a few and was getting nervous. After watching yours, I'm more at ease, I take my test tomorrow morning.
Aannndddd I passed! Yay!
Did you get hired on?
@@Chickwithapassport did you get hired on? Do you like it?
*Sweet*Shine* I’m sorry, I missed your question months ago. No, I did not, but began working at an airline, which gets me travel benefits I wouldn’t have otherwise had. God had a bigger plan! Thanks for asking, and thanks for the video!!
The shit easier than a pregnancy test
lol
Can I get something to study The test?
Kevin Stanford thanks lmao
lol.!!!
Thanks Gurl! I watched this video and the following day I took the test and passed! :)
Your're welcome. Congratulations
eRet Zee Congratulations 🍾🎊
The dumb leading the dumb.
eRet Zee congratulations to you my next steps is the tab computer test wish me luck thnx
Liv 321 I don’t think so you have to be a us citizen like it says in the application
Your advice really worked ! Thank you so much ! Thank Goodness I passed !
The key to pass the xray test is " if you don't see it, it isn't there.
ActLike Nothin I did that and still failed smh
Thats not true. Because you don't see it doesn't mean it wasn't there. I just took mine and had to look really hard to find some items because they have the key items in super packed luggages.
@@MrMalcolm900 I disagree. Sure you have to look hard but if it isn't there it isn't there. Key point is not to overthink.
That's not true. I took the test the first time and passed. I went in cold back in 2009 when these videos didn't exist. There's a trick to doing this test. I worked at TSA from 2011 to 2013, during training they taught us how to do the x-ray test. It's really not hard at all.
Think positive! I'm excited to take this test on Friday and hopefully pass because I'm dying to make a change in my current employment, especially something part time. Thanks Tara!
Update!
I took the test yesterday afternoon and I passed! I'm not sure how well I did on the Xray portion, there were a couple images that were pretty tough, but I'm glad that I was able to make the grade!
Thank you for your personal review and for sharing it, and I will be positive for sure!
Thank you, very much for all this info. I have the test in 3 days 😎👍🏻
I’m feeling more confident about the exam. Thank you! But I’m still semi nervous 🙈
It’s a crane or herring. Subscribed for no other reason than you are likable. Keep posting your job experiences.
Really enjoyed your video, it was direct and simplified.
First able I like your attitude and confidence. Congratulation.
It was pretty good short description. Thanks.
Thanks..my test is next week...this helps with the nervousness I'm dealing with....the bird looks like an Egret to me similar to the stork in some ways, good eyes ...thanks again pretty lady
Thanks! I appreciate your video and positivity.
I was just getting started to hit up all videos I could find, this one was #2, I good now.
Thanks
Hope the bird didn't eat you.
Thanks...and no Iam still alive.
Tara Wherry what's the update on your job process now?? Are you at the interview part yet and color blind test?
I just received the email to schedule my Airport Assessment yesterday
thanks for your words of wisdom!
It’s really helpful to know unfortunately I haven’t been able to take pre tests but I feel that I’ll do well :) !
Congratulations on passing. I appreciate the information. Have you been to your training yet?
Thank you for the honesty, what I learned is that if you don't see the image, then is it not there, don't make up images in your head.
Correct
@@Qcfinest757 and I just passed it right now and got the the email as soon as I turned my phone on, I feel like it’s honestly what you make it and trust what you see
@@Nickbeastly congratulations 🎊
I passed the test, did a credit check, and did my eqip background check. It's been close to two years lol. Long drawn out process. Just notified about an airport accessment test for Amarillo TX.
AWESOME. It takes awhile waiting for openings
I passed my test a few minutes ago. You helped more than any other video on the internet. Thank you so much, you and that bird
Awesome sauce. Congrats
This was really helpful thank you. I am a very good student, especially when it comes to English. Yet, I was still freaking out about it because of the unknown. I even considered buying a practice test. So thank you for convincing me that it is a waste to do so.
you have a great attitude and outlook, good video
I love your tips and you are truly a very nice speaker.
Thank you for the tips. I took the test once and failed. I am hoping the second time is a gem. Have you started working and if so do you like it??
its really not hard took it yesterday and passed thanks for the vid kept me positive
I passed as well. Just took test today.
Hey can u give me any tips
Thank you and congratulations!
Thank you for this video I take the test in 2days.i will use your trick on playing a video game.congrats on passing.
I take the test in a couple of hours and your advice made me feel more confident 🙂 glad I watched this video
Pretty sure you will ace it. Good luck
I passed 🤗🤗🤗 Of all the videos I watched on this, you gave the BEST advice! I’m excited for this new chapter in my life. Thank you so much!
Thank you 😊 I feel really confident now 😃
what was the next after you pass? do you have to go to the 2 week course before you start?
Thanks for taking the time to give this info!
This was very helpful. Thank you!
I Enjoyed your video'-informative...I am considering TSA
Thanks for share ur experience!!!
I take my test on Saturday and I’m so nervous! You are making me realize I need to relax and just focus. Go in positive! Thank you!!
Good luck
Thank you I just recently passed i watched your video and took your tips if it’s not there it’s not
I took mine two weeks ago.... that's exactly what my test had....thank goodness I passed!
I appreciate it my application is in process next step is the computer tab test wish me luck thnx gurl
Good luck, TSA is horrible!! Worked there for 16 years and regretted every day of it. The pay was good so I was kinda stuck there for the area I live in.
I didnt take the job
Thank you great information!!
That was a Pelican. Big birds, I see them all the time at the lake I live by.
Thank you so much 👍oh my son does well next Tuesday
Using your advice for my test tomorrow...finding Waldo. Lol. Thanks.
How did you do?
I passed, thank you for your advice. It helped!!!
Congratulations
thank you. this was super helpful and informative. I take my test tomorrow!
Good luck
I took it today and pass. I also watch videos and thought it would’ve been hard. The X-Ray part of you don’t see it, it’s not there. Relax and just focus on what you are doing.
very helpful, thank you!! I'm taking the test this Saturday and I saw they were charging 40 bucks for prep tests. I second guessed myself and thought I need to be studying like crazy, but I decided I'm just going to get a goodnight rest and walk in with a positive mindset!
Thank you very much for such an informative video! I'm taking my test tomorrow. I'm not stressing it too much because I'm generally a very good test taker and consider myself a pretty intelligent person. I'm mostly worried about the credit check part. I don't have super huge debt, but my score is pretty low from some rough times. I don't suppose you know what they look at?
Thomas Peterson I think you cant have more than 7500 dollars in debt if you have any student loans cant be defaulted
Tara, I wanted to give you an update to share experiences. I went and took the CBT and passed! Everything you said was spot on! God bless you and thanks for the help. I also passed the credit check! Just filed my form for my National Security Clearance and awaiting my airport assessment! woohoo! Are you working now or still going through your own process?
I am waiting to be rescheduled for the airport assessment
oooh ok cool. We're in the same boat then.
For those in the process of taking the exam
I highly recommend purchasing a practice test. (be mindful to purchase the correct TSO prep exam !!)
there has been a new update on the TSO exams (fairly simpler now - but are only 3 sections )
1st & 2nd section were very common sense questions
Unlike the 3rd section which consists of 2D -3D matching images !
I got to take my TSO exam today but haven’t heard anything as of now
but I do wanna thank you for uploading this video as i believe it has helped me to understand it all
wish me luck !
I thought it was pretty simple. I took the CBT and the Standardized ASVAB for the military without studying and got high scores, easily. It's very consciously an SAT and a Standardized state test rolled into one.
Thanks for this video and your honest opinion. I am scheduled to take the CBT tomorrow morning so wish me luck
Good luck, doubt you will need it.
@@Qcfinest757 I didn’t pass. The X-ray part was difficult. Wish I knew what was my final score.
Hi Luis, you can take the test again. 🙂 thr x-ray portion of the test can be tricky but not hard. If you don't see it than it's not there. Don't second guess yourself and go with your gut.
@@Qcfinest757 thanks! I have to wait 6 months. Smh
Great video and very helpful/I take my test tomorrow morning 🤓🇺🇸🙏🏿📶
Good luck, even though you won't need it
Thank you so much I thought this video was very informational
I’m taking mine on the 28th and I’m going in with knowing I will pass it
Any time limit on the test ?
I passed, Idk what answers I got right or wrong but on the X-ray portion of the exam, if I found myself taking more than 5 seconds to find the object I just assumed it wasn't there because most of the time I could instantly Identify it, but that's just me
hi! I recently applied and have a quick question. is there any math on the test? just curious so I know what to brush up on
I don't recall any math.
my process said I'll get a email to take the test. do I go to a facility to take it or is it at home? are you scared of birds? lol
You will go to a assigned facility in your area. No Im not scared of birds, but this one was HUGE.
Thank you, I take my test tomorrow and the unknown is bothering me. I will Stay positive to get Positive results. Thank you so much for your video. I feel I'm going to pass.
Good Luck
@@Qcfinest757 I passed!! Thank you for your videos and encouraging words.
@@zjickovia congratulations
Zjickovia Brooks do they give you the results right away if pass or fail?
@@karenc3424 typically yes. I wasnt out of the building before I got the email with the results
I take mine tomorrow morning! Wish me luck 🤞🏼
Good luck 🥳
The bird may be a crane
The bird though . .
Thank you!! This video really helped.
Your're welcome
Thank you for the video, now I know what to expect. I have CBT scheduled next week.
Sonny Singh good luck
Tara Wherry What if I still feel like I wanted to study for the Computer Based Test (CBT) What Grade Level books I should Read like 8th grade or High school level
I don't recommend the CBT test book since the test was primarily on reading comprehension, spelling, punctuation, and of course the xray portion. If you want to brush on your spelling or punctuation you can do that
Tara Wherry When I contact the HelpDesk the said Book was never published for the CBT Test and They Also told me the test consists of Reading Writing listening an object organization
There are CBT test books you can google it. They are correct when it comes to what the test consist of
I took your advice and I passed it was so easy!
Congratulations
Congratulations
God for bid if they bring a bird to the airport..lol
Lol
You are a god
You have a very nice way about you. Very helpful
Thanks
Thanks
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1:55😂😂😂😂😂😂
You cute, hope you got it.
Great Video 💪🏾 which website do I go to get fill out an application for TSA officer ?
usajobs.gov
How long did you take on the CBT?
About 45 minutes
Thank you “ smart and preety
Also, if I applied for full time, do I get full time? Or will they start me off as part time?
Depends on the need of the airport you applied to. They will let you know
Thank you sista
Hi
Are you now working as a tsa?? Im debating taking my cbt. Did you have to train and go away at a diff airport??? How long???
Thanks n best👍
I have to take mine also ... I'm scared!!!
I know this is four years old but after the test, how long til you were able to start working? I’m taking the test Friday
Depends on the Airport needs
And the test is just one step in the process there I believe 7
I’m testing on Friday also
They said don’t bring anything so what do u do with phone keys etc
@@bettyjagan367 they’ll have a locker I’m sure. Kind of funny it’s almost like the same set up and all as the ASVAB, lol. I’m going to Nashville, you?
And @tara Wherry, thank you!
I'm interested in becoming a TSA I stay in Memphis TN....what is my first steps???....
Tatianna Cannon the website I applied on was usajobs.gov
How did you study
How many questions were in the English part of the TSA Exam?
Dion Co 50
Anyone here been to Glencoe Georgia training, if so did you drive there?
naughts52 they suppose handle your travel expenses. I believe it depends on where you coming from if you fly or not. The info is on the flect site
Thank you for this video! I am very excited about my test the 11th! By the way are you still with TSA? If so how is it?
I am at the airport assessment portion. I had to reschedule and waiting for a new date.
Tara Wherry what's your current status right now with them? Have you taken the airport assessment?
I had to reschedule the airport assessment. Currently thats my status waiting for another appointment to open up
Tara Wherry I had to reschedule too because my second last name was not in my application.. I've been waiting 3 months and I finally got contacted and I have my airport Assesment on feb. 1st! I'm excited
Awesome Im excited for you
Hiii tmmrw is my test😊😊 i need this job , hopefully i will clear all the stages of that interview😊😊Thanks for shareinf ur experince😊😊😊
Good luck
Tara Wherry Hi i am not selected😊
Congrats
Tara Wherry 👍🏻
harneet kaur did you pass the test?
I think the bird was a Crane from what I could see.
My test is this Saturday and I literally suck at English lbs i know I’m going to fail🤦🏽♀️
You should be fine. Dont fail yourself before you take the test. Relax
How is everything going with TSA
Thank you so much I’m so scared I take my test next Wednesday
Tinimini Williams you will do fine.. Don't stress.
Thank you so much I let you know you how I do.
Tinimini Williams Sorry to hear that. Bright side you know what to expect. You will be more prepared and not nervous the second go round. Stay positive.
I applied for the position but I'm wondering are all tsa's required to pat people down? Do I get an option? I'm not down for all that.
james at some point I think they all have do initiate a pat down or cavity search
Ok that's the only thing that's making me second guess the job. I don't know what to do.
james go for it they will properly train you. Who knows maybe you won't have to do that for a long time
Thank you for this. I'm OMW to do this test.😁
Hello did u past have to take my test next Thursday how was it