Speaker(s): Haley Blakeman, ASLA, PLA, AICP | Michael Petty, ASLA, PLA

Studying for the LARE can be overwhelming. From sorting through content material, to developing strong study habits, exam candidates are looking for the strategies to jumpstart their LARE exam journey. This session will give an overview on how candidates approach preparing for the LARE, study tips and strategies from recent exam takers' perspective, and suggestions on how to maximize examinees’ studying preparation and time management strengths.

Speaker(s): Stacilyn Feldman, ASLA | Gail Ferry, ASLA

Studying for the LARE can be overwhelming. From sorting through content material, to developing strong study habits, exam candidates are looking for the strategies to jumpstart their LARE exam journey. This session will give an overview on how candidates approach preparing for the LARE, study tips and strategies from recent exam takers' perspective, and suggestions on to maximize examines's studying preparation and time management strengths.

Objectives:

• Gain insight on the logistics of studying for the LARE, and how such information can be used to develop content management approaches to the studying experience.
• Hear from recent exam candidates on their experience preparing for the LARE, and best practices for managing an array of content used to prepare for the exam.

Speaker(s): Eric Gilbey, ASLA | Julia Lent, Hon. ASLA

All sorts of information is available on the LARE - some good, some bad. How can exam candidates sort through the fact and fiction and develop a realistic approach to the LARE? This session will dispel the myths related to the LARE and the test-taking experience. The webinar will also include the latest CLARB data on passing rates, candidate trends, and determinants of success tools.

Objectives:

• Distinguish between myths and truths related to the LARE, and how first-time examinees can develop realistic strategies to approach the pre-exam process.
• Gain insight on key data outcomes connected to the LARE, and how such information can be used to set clear expectations for the test-taking experience.

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Speaker(s): Gail Ferry, ASLA | Cheryl Corson, ASLA, Cheryl Corson Design, LLC

This session will provide an overview of the LARE from two landscape architects who recently passed the exam under the current format. They will share the strategies and resources that they used to prepare for the exam as well as background information on exam registration, timing, and licensure.

Objectives:

• Motivation: benefits of licensure
• Timing: readiness, requirements, & study schedule
• Exam Registration: schedule & completion, fees
• Preparation: study resources
• Pearson Vue testing environment