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Black Spectacles is where architects come to learn how to accomplish their next big thing. We're the only learning platform created entirely for architects. That means we know this industry inside and out, and so do our instructors. Our simple, easy-to-digest and in-depth video tutorials are taught by architects and designers who work on world-class projects. Whether it's getting licensed or learning new software to keep your skills current, everyone at Black Spectacles is committed to helping you get there.
Black Spectacles (blackspectacles.com) has 213 customer reviews on The Fair Hearing, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.
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Videos are a little slow for me so I skim those at 2x the speed, but the practice tests are extremely accurate and totally worth it!
By Megan R.
Response from Black Spectacles· Feb 16, 2021
Hi Megan! Thank you for the honest review! Don't forget to join our ARE Facebook Group to share tips on passing the ARE 5.0! Join Here > https://bksp.es/35L5iJ7 -Black Spectacles Team
Great source for exam prep materials!
By H L.
Response from Black Spectacles· Feb 16, 2021
Hello! Thank you for the review! Don't forget to join our ARE Facebook Group to share tips on passing the ARE 5.0! Join Here > https://bksp.es/35L5iJ7 -Black Spectacles Team
The resources offered are a great foundational resource to pass the ARE.
By Gus C.
Response from Black Spectacles· Feb 16, 2021
Hi Gus! Thank you for the review! Don't forget to join our ARE Facebook Group to share tips on passing the ARE 5.0! Join Here > https://bksp.es/35L5iJ7 -Black Spectacles Team
I credit these practice tests with passing PA, PPD and PDD (PDD on the first try!). I used the lecture videos in conjunction with other sources' lecture videos and they were also very helpful.
By Jaclyn M.
Response from Black Spectacles· Feb 16, 2021
Hi Jaclyn! That's amazing and congratulations! We appreciate your honest review! Don't forget to join our ARE Facebook Group to share tips on passing the ARE 5.0! Join Here > https://bksp.es/35L5iJ7 -Black Spectacles Team
Black Spectacles was invaluable to my test prep, I would not have been able to go into testing with such confidence without Black Spectacles.
By rj
Response from Black Spectacles· Feb 16, 2021
Hi RJ Thank you for the review! Don't forget to join our ARE Facebook Group to share tips on passing the ARE 5.0! Join Here > https://bksp.es/35L5iJ7 -Black Spectacles Team
A great experience. Using only the videos and my hands on experience I was well prepared for each test and passed the first time. Can't recommend enough for those who learn well in a lecture setting.
By Hans
Response from Black Spectacles· Feb 16, 2021
Hello Hans Thank you for the review! Don't forget to join our ARE Facebook Group to share tips on passing the ARE 5.0! Join Here > https://bksp.es/35L5iJ7 -Black Spectacles Team
I used another ARE prep course for my first exam and failed miserably...used black spectacles for the next six, and passed all 6 without another fail! I did not use any other material aside from black specs and the AIA contracts.
By Mohamad H.
Response from Black Spectacles· Feb 16, 2021
Hi Mohamad Wow! That's impressive! Thank you for the honest review! Don't forget to join our ARE Facebook Group to share tips on passing the ARE 5.0! Join Here > https://bksp.es/35L5iJ7 -Black Spectacles Team
Black Spectacles is an extremely valuable resource for the ARE!
By Michelle W.
Response from Black Spectacles· Jan 28, 2021
Hi Michelle Thank you for the honest review. We'd love for you to join our ARE Facebook Group to share tips on passing the ARE 5.0! Join Here > https://bksp.es/35L5iJ7 -Black Spectacles Team
