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As part of its continued effort to help candidates prepare for the architectural licensing exam, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)<\/a> has launched an Approved Test Prep Provider Program. Through this initiative, companies that create study materials for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) 5.0 can submit them to NCARB for review and approval.<\/p>\n

In April 2018, Black Spectacles<\/a> became a NCARB-approved provider of study materials for two divisions of ARE 5.0, Project Planning & Design and Project Development & Documentation. This designation confirms Black Spectacles\u2019 content covers the key elements of each division.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur goal is to help candidates navigate the path to licensure,\u201d says NCARB CEO Michael Armstrong. \u201cBy working with test prep providers, we can give candidates confidence that the materials they\u2019re using are accurate and dependable.\u201d<\/p>\n

In addition to ensuring ARE candidates have access to study materials, the Approved Test Prep Provider Program also benefits companies; approved providers will receive feedback on submitted resources and be recognized on the NCARB website.<\/p>\n

Developed by NCARB, the ARE assesses the knowledge and skills of all candidates seeking a license to practice architecture in the U.S. NCARB periodically updates the exam to ensure it continues to reflect the demands of professional practice. The latest version of the exam, ARE 5.0, launched on Nov. 1, 2016. It incorporates modern testing technologies and features six divisions that align with current practice and the progression of an architecture project.<\/p>\n

\u201cNCARB and Black Spectacles are both committed to getting candidates licensed, so we\u2019re excited to be an approved test prep provider,\u201d says Marc Teer, founder and CEO of Black Spectacles. \u201cLicensure candidates can feel confident that our content is delivering the information they\u2019ll need to take the ARE.\u201d<\/p>\n

To be considered for the NCARB Approved Test Prep Provider Program, companies must submit an application for a specific ARE 5.0 division, along with copies of the study materials. Each submission is reviewed by an NCARB committee of volunteer architects, who evaluate whether or not the materials meet NCARB criteria in each area. If approved, these materials can use NCARB\u2019s Test Prep Provider logo to designate their status.<\/p>\n

If you would like to apply for the Test Prep Provider Program, please contact TestPrepProvider@ncarb.org<\/a>. Visit the website for more information about ARE 5.0.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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