Black SpectaclesReviews of blackspectacles.com

after using other resources, I was only able to pass 2 of the 6 exams. I then turned to black spectacles, and passed the remaining 4 exams each on the first try. the only reason I was able to pass is 1000% because of these practice exams. the videos were also helpful, but these practice exams are just like the real thing, and the only thing that could have prepared me to perform successfully at the exams. I have recommended BS to all of my friends and colleagues. thank you black spectacles!!!

I highly recommend Black Spectacles as a resource for studying for the ARE's.

Good study materials and a great practice for the actual exam. Very satifisfied with the product, and I really noticed the positive impact it had on my test results.

truly an invaluable resource. ESPECIALLY the practice exams. the videos I found helpful but long-winded, and I definitely needed to study content from sources other than black spectacles, but setting the context with the vids, and then using the practice exams as a framework to learn more specific content proved to work for me. Was very helpful in passing my exams!

practice exams are very helpful

What makes Black Spectacles worthwhile is the very thing that some people say is boring. The methodical, consistent, clearly outlined and extremely organized set up is what I was missing in my previous studying. I failed PPD and PDD twice before purchasing BS, using the much more $$$$ Amber Book. I found that while his videos are much more entertaining, there was a lot content that went unmentioned and when I got to the exam, I felt like I hadn't been exposed to so many of the questions. The consistent and easy-to -understand lecture style of BS helped me to clearly move from one topic to another until I really felt like I had covered and retained information. Really knowing what is on the test is half the battle. At the same time, the ability to jump around was so important to my studying as well. The topics are outlined really clearly and I could jump around and review as I needed to. Some videos I didn't watch at all, and some I watched three times. I did watch them all on 1.5x which I thought was the perfect speed for me to learn and retain.

The content is massive and arranged well. Although I used much additional content from other resources Black Spectacles were my first step to get familiar with each exam and then I would use the results from the mock exams and quizzes to help me ID the weak areas in my knowledge. Also, the CS was excellent, Jessica was very responsive and helpful, that goes long way these days.

Black Spectacles has literally everything you need to pass your AREs. The study guides are very thorough and helpful, as are the video lectures. I would recommend getting at least the Pro subscription so you get the study guides.