UPDATED: It sucks… but, it does happen. About 10% of NPTE candidates fail on their first attempt, many times for small reasons that add up in a big way. This podcast episode and the resources below precisely address how to do it right the first time, minimizing uncertainty and stress; setting yourself up for success by covering the right ratios of topics and by honing the right set of test taking skills.

UPDATED:  If you’re like most NPTE candidates, you are hoping this is your first, only, and truly — FINAL exam.

There are a lot of factors as to why students don’t pass the first time around. Here’s the thing, you are not alone. 10% of NPTE attempts result in failure.

Of the more common reasons students do not pass the first time around, much of it revolves around life circumstances, test anxiety, focusing skills, and the like.

Student Question:

As always, I hope that things are going well for you and that you are dominating your NPTE experience. Today is a particularly stressful day as it is exam day for students taking the April exam.

Hey everyone,