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Is Online Proctoring Right for You?

Learn how to choose the exam delivery method that’ll set you up for success. Read More

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Is Online Proctoring Right for You?

12/16/21

Learn how to choose the exam delivery method that’ll set you up for success. Read More

Online Proctoring Tips From a Licensure Candidate

10/5/21

Evan Berger, Assoc. AIA, shares his experiences and advice for testing online. Read More

ARE migration from Prometric to PSI

Migrating to PSI—What Is and Is Not Changing

9/21/21

Find more information on what is and isn't changing as part of the migration to PSI. Read More

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Understanding How Race, Age, and Gender Impact the ARE

9/13/21

Explore NCARB and NOMA’s findings in the latest Baseline on Belonging report. Read More

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Watch Our Webinar About Taking the ARE With PSI

9/8/21

Watch a recording of our live webinar about NCARB’s future exam delivery partner, PSI. Read More

Intro to PSI—NCARB’s New Exam Delivery Partner!

8/31/21

PSI will replace Prometric for both in-person and online testing in early 2022. Read More

Do's and Don’ts for Taking ARE 5.0 Online

5/4/21

Here’s everything you need to know when taking an online-proctored division of the ARE. Read More

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What Score Do You Need to Pass the ARE?

2/5/21

Explore the outcome of the cut score adjustment process and the scores you need to pass. Read More

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Improve Your Online Testing Experience With These Tips

1/28/21

Review some common areas of confusion for ARE candidates testing online, and how to avoid them. Read More

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Cut Scores Are Set for Practice Management

1/27/21

NCARB has finished adjusting the cut scores for the Practice Management division of ARE 5.0. Read More

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