In this first grassroots Zoom session of the NCE Study Group, Glenn brings together a diverse group of counseling students and recent test-takers from across the country—each with a unique story, study style, and set of challenges. One participant shares how a literal storm disrupted her exam and led to a second chance. Another reflects on the difficulty of connecting theory to real-life practice. The conversation touches on test anxiety, learning styles, why the “purple book” might not be enough, and how to approach the NCE as a skill-based, pattern-recognition test—not just memorization.

Glenn also shares the backstory behind his NCE Study Guide Podcast and the AI tools he uses to generate custom study modules. The group discusses the pros and cons of taking the exam at home vs. at a testing center, strategies for managing silence in therapy, and the surprising weight career and group counseling sections carry on the exam.

This episode isn’t just about prepping for a test—it’s about building community, owning your learning process, and redefining what success looks like in the face of pressure. Whether you’re weeks away or years out, this one’s for you. Let’s study smarter, together.

You can request to join the study group by emailing [email protected]