
The Black Spectacles ARE® Live Podcast is your home for navigating the road to passing the Architect Registration Exam (ARE®) and becoming a licensed architect. Episodes include discussions about specific ARE & NCARB topics, interviews with distinguished architects & guests, and recordings of live broadcasts covering specific exam topics and questions and answers from a live audience. First ever N... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 129 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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Save 10% on CSE Exam Prep here: www.blackspectacles.com/cse-pricing. In this episode of CSE Live, Black Spectacles hosts a mock exam on the California Supplemental Exam focused on Schematic Design & Discretionary Approval! Timestamps: 4:12 - ... more
Learn more about ARE 5.0 exam prep here: www.blackspectacles.com/pricing. Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for passing the CE exam. On this episode of ARE Live, we walk through a mock exam ... more
Save 10% on CSE Exam Prep here: www.blackspectacles.com/cse-pricing. In this episode of CSE Live, Black Spectacles breaks down some of the most important and commonly misunderstood sections of the California Supplemental Exam (CSE). Learn wha... more
Learn more about ARE 5.0 exam prep here: www.blackspectacles.com/pricing. Save 10% on CSE exam prep here: www.blackspectacles.com/cse-pricing. Join Black Spectacles and architect Chris Hopstock to learn the best study strategies for p... more
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After graduating from grad school in Chicago I moved to a rural town in Maryland with little to no Architectural community. This podcast has helped me stay sane while getting ready to take my ARE exams and I feel like I'm right there with you guys!
Professionally presented material to help you pass the A.R.E. Great insight and wonderfully produced, makes it "fun" to actually study for this test. I have been making it a point to listen as often as possible to immerse myself as I am planning to take my final 3 exams this year. Thanks!
I decided to listen to the 1st podcast, “How to get Started Passing the ARE” on a morning run. Wow! I am so happy I spent that time listening to the tips Mike Newman had to offer! He’s got some great insight and I really like how he shares logical ideas. I’m sure I’ll listen to it more than once, there’s a ton of good stuff here!
Good information and clear direction. Very helpful. I would recommend highly.
This is actually some pretty good advice. They have your typical mock exams but they also teach you how to game the system, too. Also it’s not boring. Good stuff. Keep it up!
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This series serves as a guide for aspiring architects preparing for the Architect Registration Exam (ARE), providing a wealth of information on various exam topics, practical strategies, and real-world applications. Episodes frequently feature expert discussions that cover not only the technical aspects of the exam but also behavioral insights and study tactics tailored to address common challenges candidates face. With a commitment to interactive learning, the format encourages listener engagement through live Q&A sessions, enhancing the experience of exam preparation. It's notable for being the first NCARB Approved Test Prep Provider for all divisions of ARE 5.0, which adds a layer of credibility and focus to the content.
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