New Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Computer-Based Course [With CD-ROM]

by T.W. Parnell

A complete multimedia course featuring: The ultimate test prep technologyPostal Test Prep CD-ROM loaded with test prep classes & practice testsFree live support-test prep answers & adviceFree Postal... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0940182289
• ISBN13: 9780940182288
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Pathfinder Distributing Company
• Length: 383 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.2" x 10.8"

Customer Reviews

Great Guide

The 473 Study Guide was a great asset to helping me with the 473 exam. The 473 Study Guide gave great insight into the exam. It prepared me for each section. The tips on the coding and memory section were a great help at exam time. There were no surprises for me when I took the 473 exam. I received a very high score and looking foward to the job. I strongly reccomended the 473 Study Guide for anybody taking the 473 Exam

Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Computer-Based Course

I have been trying to get a job with USPS for several months and ran into Mr. Parnell's course on the internet. First I started with his 460 course which is for a Rural Carrier Associate (a temporary position) because I wanted to experience taking a postal exam ... I scored very high on my first try. Then, I focused on the 473 exam which is an entry-level exam for several USPS full-time positions. I purchased the Computer-Based book with the CD-ROM. The book is excellent ... it includes many strategies that really work. But the most impressive part of the course is the CD-ROM that allows you to take practice tests as many times as you want until you begin to feel very confident that you will do well on your first try. This test is rigidly timed and the CD-ROM takes care of the timing for you so you can concentrate on the test. I tried several different authors before I bought this material and none of them came close to this course. Reading the book and then using the CD-ROM is a real winning combination. Also, I called the company (Pathfinder) several times and was extremely pleased with the support I received (they actually spoke good English). This is the kind of outfit I like working with. The material in this course has been meticulously developed (I used to be an instructor in a technical school) and if followed, almost completely guarantees success. I also purchased their special pencils for taking the tests (called Test Scoring & Speed Marking System) and they are invaluable. And the bottom line ... I have taken the 473 test several times and scored very high. This course really works. I might throw in one last thing. This is the kind of test that requires practice to score high. So, if you follow the directions and practice you cannot help but get a excellent score ...

Worth Every Penny

I had purchased this study guide in advance before taking the exam and did the 6 practice guides. I felt confident after completing the exam, and scored better than I thought I did. This study guide really helps and highly encourage other postal candidates to purchase this study guide, because it is worth every penny well spent!

This book was a great help!

I ordered the book and CD-ROM and it really helped me prepare for the test, especially the Memory part. The CD itself actually is like taking the test so it helped me with my timing for taking the actual test. I strongly recommend getting this book (with the CD) before taking this test.

Updated with the December 2004 Test

The Postal Exam 473 (and the same test with a different number 473-C) is the brand new (December 2004) standard test used by the Postal Service to fill all fulltime Processing, Distribution, Delivery, and Retail Postal jobs. While the test is like a lot of other standardized tests, it has been specially written for the Postal Service. It has specialized parts that directly relate to Postal services such as tests that have to do with route sorting mail, memory tests that are based on ZIP Codes and addresses, and filling out forms that are specific to the Postal Service. This book is produced in three versions to suit your study preferences. These are: The Original Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Study Guide -- This version is text only. It has reference material and sample exams with many test taking tips. Complete Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Training Program with 2 Test Prep Audio CD's -- This is the same book, but two audio CD's read it to you while you follow along in the book. Using two senses, eyes and ears increase the retention of information. New Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Computer-Based Course -- This is again the same book, but there is a CD that contains both test prep classes and realiztic practice exams, you'll need an internet ready PC with Windows to use this version.