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ARE 5.0 Exam Navigation: Tips, Tricks, and More!

12/22/2020

By Salo Aburto

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What Does ARE Exam Security Mean for You as a Candidate?

01/14/2019

By Joan Paros

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An overview of what you are expected to abide by before, during, and after you sit for the ARE.
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How I Passed ARE 5.0 in Three Months

09/11/2017

By Jenny Kawecki

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One successful ARE 5.0 candidate shares his advice on preparing for the new exam.
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How to Read an ARE 5.0 Score Report

05/01/2017

By Michelle Cohn

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ARE 5.0 features a refined score report, with four levels of feedback for failed divisions.
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ARE 5.0 Study Materials

11/27/2016

By Samantha Miller

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Everything you need to study for ARE 5.0—including exclusive prep videos and a free demo exam.
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ARE 5.0 is Here!

10/31/2016

By Jenny Kawecki

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After years of anticipation and development, we’re excited to say that ARE 5.0 is here!
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Get Ready for ARE 5.0 With Our Test Prep Video Series

10/02/2016

By Jenny Kawecki

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New videos offer exclusive insight into each ARE 5.0 division.
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ARE 5.0 Demo and Testing Strategies

09/28/2016

By Ryan Misner

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Explore ARE 5.0’s interface, test drive the new item types, and practice using the on-screen tools.
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Explore the New ARE 5.0 Community

09/12/2016

By Jenny Kawecki

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We’re excited to announce the ARE 5.0 Community.
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Understanding the ARE 5.0 Divisions: Introduction

04/18/2016

By Michelle Cohn

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Get ready for ARE 5.0 as we compare and contrast the exam's six new divisions.
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ARE Resources: Building Systems

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Everything you need to prepare for Building Systems (BS).
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