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How to Overcome Failing an Exam Division

NCARB's Advice for Overcoming a Failed ARE Division

10/03/2023

by Destiny Johnson

ARE 5.0 Licensure
Develop a plan to keep your journey to licensure going!
The ARE Candidate Agreement contains important information about exam security.

How NCARB Maintains Exam Security Before, During, and After Your Appointment

08/30/2023

by Jenny Kawecki

ARE 5.0
A combination of psychometrics and data forensics protects the integrity of the ARE.
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ARE Accommodations Applications Now Available Via My NCARB

07/17/2023

by Jenny Kawecki

ARE 5.0
To help make the accommodations process easier, we've launched online forms to apply for both ADA and ESL exam accommodations.
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How to Set Up Your Space for an Online-Proctored Exam With PSI

05/16/2023

by Jenny Kawecki

ARE 5.0
Follow these tips to make your ARE appointment check-in process smooth and successful.
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NCARB’s New Score Validity Policy Is Here

05/01/2023

by Destiny Johnson

ARE 5.0 NCARB
Learn more about the new policy and what to expect now.
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What Happens If Your Jurisdiction Has a Rolling Clock Requirement

04/28/2023

by Jenny Kawecki

ARE 5.0
The national rolling clock was retired April 30, 2023.
Update! ARE 5.0 Guidelines

Explore Our Latest Round of Updates to the ARE 5.0 Guidelines

04/20/2023

by Jenny Kawecki

ARE 5.0
We’ve updated the Guidelines to reflect the new score validity policy.
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Answers to Your Questions About the Retirement of the Rolling Clock

03/09/2023

by Jenny Kawecki

ARE 5.0
Learn more about the new score validity policy.
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NCARB Retired the Rolling Clock Policy

02/23/2023

by Jenny Kawecki

ARE 5.0 NCARB
Learn more about the new policy and what happens next.
NCARB Live Licensure Tips

More Licensure Tips From Recently Licensed Architects

02/16/2023

by Destiny Johnson

ARE 5.0 Career Tips
You asked, and we spoke with recently licensed architects to answer!

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