If there is one fear many potential CSLS student share, it’s that they’ll find the process of preparing for the California contractors exam too difficult. After all, most students come to us because they like working outside in the sunshine, not spending lots of hours staring at books.
We can understand that, which is why we are going to offer you three easy-to-use study tips that can help you pass your contractors exam and ease your fears. If you were to speak with a current licensed contractor, a veteran educator, or even a psychologist who specializes in learning, here are the three pieces of advice we think they would give you:
# Take It Slow
While some people can “cram” for tests well enough to earn passing marks, nearly every expert agrees that it’s better to study in small blocks over a longer timeframe. That makes it easier for you to understand and retain information, especially if you review the same material at several different points during your course.
#2 Make Studying a Habit
The hardest part of studying is usually making the time to study (and tuning out other distractions when you do). By making it a regular habit and studying for a certain amount of time each day, for example, you train yourself to get “in the mood to study” when it’s time. That’s crucial to overcoming procrastination when you need to learn.
#3 Have a Little Bit of Fun
As humans, we are naturally inclined to repeat things we like and avoid things we don’t. While you might not ever come to love studying, you can make it more enjoyable by reviewing material with people you like and giving yourself a small reward when you’re finished. Believe us when we tell you that a little bit of fun and enjoyment can go a long way toward your success.
When it comes to passing your licensed California contractors exam, studying is only as hard as you make it. By following these three tips, you can make the whole thing easier, and more manageable, and reduce your stress in the process.
