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Interview Prep: CDA Structured Interview Tips

Sarah Chen4th Year Biology
Published March 18, 2026

# Mastering the CDA Interview

The CDA Structured Interview is your chance to show who you are beyond your GPA.

Format Overview

You'll face 7-8 stations, each 8 minutes long.

Station Types

  • Ethical scenarios
  • Communication exercises
  • Personal questions

Top Tips

1. Practice with a timer 2. Use the STAR method 3. Show empathy, not just logic 4. Be genuine — interviewers can spot rehearsed answers