CPCE Secrets Study Guide: CPCE Test Review for the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination

Scored a 95- from what I’ve heard passing is usually in the 70’s- highest I’ve heard it 85. First try at CPCE with only really studying for about a week. Most valuable aspect is the two practice exams which not only highlight areas of weakness, but provide detailed explanations and improved my test taking time- it took me about two hours to complete the 160 question cpce. Worth the $ and not completely overwhelming like “the encyclopedia of counseling”

I passed the Praxis test well above the passing score on the first try, and spent one full day studying the day before the test, using Mometrix materials. I passed the CPCE exam after using this book to study for that test as well. Its condensed format makes studying this book feel actually doable, as opposed to some of the other study guides that feel so overwhelming. These study guides are broken down into need-to-know information, without the extra fluff. Great study guides in a usable format.

I will be taking the counseling comprehensive exam next weekend. I purchased this study guide because many of my classmates had purchased the same book (monkey see, monkey do kind of thing). While the study guide touches on most of the key topics discussed throughout the master's program, it does not go in depth. I find myself checking back to my notes, handouts and textbooks, as I should be. The book claims to have been written by counseling experts. There are many, many spelling errors and grammatical mistakes throughout the whole study guide. It got the point where it was rather comical. A month after comps, I will be taking the NCE. I will go with Rosenthal's NCE Encyclopedia for review as opposed to this study guide. I believe $40 is a bit pricey for what you get.

Great for a supplemental material but DO NOT rely on it for all of your information. I used it with Rosethals cds and it was a great reference for studying visually when I got tired of the auditory learning. I passed with 99/136 and only studied for a week. (BTW I recommend giving yourself more time to study)

I like the summaries for each section and I find it helpful to go over. A lot of good information but also just the gist of many topics which makes it easier to remember. I highly recommend this study guide!

The product was easy to use and straight forward. I appreciated the bold wording and definitions. The product was user friends and was helpful in preparing for the CPCE

The book has helped me learn about authors, theories, and modalities that weren't covered during my graduate school studies. I believe this will help me greatly with passing my exam.

Upon looking at the material, it is highly informative and will serve to be a base of information for the exam as well as a handy guide to access when trying to remember the plethora of information taught within the two and a half years of grad school.