We strive to continually enhance your candidate experience to increase accessibility and flexibility. We're always making improvements to better support you through the exam and licensure process.
L.A.R.E. Candidate Handbook
The new design makes information easier to find and understand, and it gives you a clearer picture of what to expect before you sit for a section.
Expanded diagnostic feedback
Your feedback shows which subdomains need the most attention as you prepare to retake a section.
Recommended resources
Thanks to candidate feedback and our regular review, the resource list now features books that are easier to find, replacing titles that were out of print or hard to track down.
Calculators and whiteboards
Candidates who test in person at a PSI Testing Center may request a handheld calculator and/or use of a whiteboard at any time during their exam.
ESL accommodation
Bilingual candidates may request an accommodation to use a word-to-word (bilingual) translation dictionary if testing at a PSI Testing Center.
Practice exams
Get familiar with the exam format and experience the types of questions you’ll encounter on test day.
Online proctoring
The L.A.R.E. is available through online proctoring in all jurisdictions — giving you the option to take your exam anytime, anywhere.
Provisional feedback
After completing your test section, you'll receive an accurate predictor of whether or not you passed or failed.
How to evaluate experience
This resource for supervisors and employees offers guidance on the roles, responsibilities and expectations as it relates to gaining experience towards becoming a licensed landscape architect.
Common application for licensure
The CLARB Record serves as a common application for licensure, eliminating redundant documentation and accelerating your path to initial and reciprocal licensure.