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CSE Prep

by David Doucette

This is the ONLY podcast dedicated to helping candidates prepare and pass the California Supplemental Exam.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 70: Setting Goals To Pass the CSE [Podcast]

    You've put it off long enough! It's time to get serious and create goals to help you pass the California Supplemental Exam. Yes, You! Podcast Episode 070. In this episode, I discuss how you can set concrete goals to pass the CSE. It's time you get motivated and take the Exam! Click to Listen [...]

  2. Episode 69: Battle Royale: The CBC vs. the CBSC [Podcast]

    A battle between giants! The California Building Code goes head to head with the California Building Standards Code. The fans are on their feet. Who shall prevail? Podcast Episode 069. In this episode, I put the California Building Code and the California Building Standards Code head to head in a...

  3. Episode 68: Here’s Your Plan for 3 Days Before the Exam [Podcast]

    You've spent weeks preparing, maybe even months. You're on a roll. But have you taken time to think about and plan the few days just before the Exam? Podcast Episode 068. I discuss a game plan for the 3 Days before taking your Exam and suggest what you should do each day. Day 3 is [...]

  4. Episode 67: I’m 23 and I Passed the CSE! [Podcast]

    Passing the California Supplemental Exam is a major accomplishment. Us mere mortals require years of studying and practice before we even begin to conjure up the confidence to "sit" for the exam. But Rosannah did it at 23 years old. Wow. Podcast Episode 067. I am so proud to interview the…

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  5. Episode 66: Sound Advice From an Out of State Candidate [Podcast]

    Out of state candidates often email me with questions and concerns about feeling at a disadvantage when preparing for the Exam. Well, California is not as different as you might think. Yup, I just said that. Podcast Episode 066. I believe this feeling comes about because out of state candidates…

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  6. Episode 65: Design Professionals Lien Law, Do We Still Need To Know It? [Podcast]

    On July 1, 2012, the Design Professionals Lien Law was repealed in California, leaving many of us to wonder if it just disappeared altogether. Podcast Episode 065. The AIA California Council published a great article titled "Design Professional Liens: Gone But Not Forgotten" and described how the...

  7. Episode 64: What’s Really the Big Deal About Substantial Completion Anyway? [Podcast]

    Issuing the Certificate of Substantial Completion is an important milestone in the contract administration process. It's important to know the significance. Podcast Episode 064. I discuss the importance of Substantial Completion and take a look at the A201 General Conditions, Article 9.8 and how…

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  8. Episode 63: Give Yourself a Raise to 73? Here’s What the Owner Pays For [Podcast]

    There is talk about a new cut score of 73 but it is only a rumor, and we know what rumors can lead to, don't we? Podcast Episode 063. I released CSE Video Tip #9 and in it, i discussed this rumored 73 cut score. A representative from CAB contacted me with a concern about misleading candidates [...]

  9. Episode 62: Top 5 CSE Podcast Episodes and PocketCasts [Podcast]

    I have been wanting to record this episode for quite awhile because I frequently receive questions from candidates asking where they should begin listening to the CSE podcast. Podcast Episode 062. All of the content from episode 1 to episode 41 is based on the individual Knowledge Statements. If...

  10. Episode 61: Why 70% is Good Enough [Podcast]

    It appears 70% is the minimum score required to pass the California Supplemental Exam. It's important to realize sometimes, good enough is...well, good enough. Podcast Episode 061. I discuss the 70% minimum score required to pass the California Supplemental Exam. Although, you will need to…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

This is the ONLY podcast dedicated to helping candidates prepare and pass the California Supplemental Exam.

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David Doucette

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This is the ONLY podcast dedicated to helping candidates prepare and pass the California Supplemental Exam.

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CSE Prep is created and hosted by David Doucette.
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