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Go Big This Sunday: The Next PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop Starts Sunday, April 19

WORKSHOP IT: 5 Big Benefits of the PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop

The PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop is the cornerstone of PTB’s expert, peer-reviewed prep tools. This 6-week masterclass breaks down the Test Content Outline (TCO) with hands-on, interactive instruction that helps build fluency and test-taking confidence. PTB’s data shows that, on average, students see a 25% increase in test scores, when comparing the Workshop’s pre and posttest mock exams. Curious about the PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop? Here are 5 Big benefits of joining PTB’s study community.

#1: Structured Schedule
Every certification journey should start with a plan of action. Just as the PTB Roadmap to Exam Day recommends, having a schedule in place can help you stay on track. However, that’s often easier said than done. Many students struggle with consistency and it’s a common exam prep pitfall. If you’re in this boat, the external structure of a weekly class (like the PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop) may be especially helpful.

#2: Complete TCO Coverage
As PTB founder Dana Meller advises, everything on the TCO is connected. Yes, there is a lot to learn and studying the TCO is, no doubt, a daunting proposition–but it doesn’t have to overwhelm you. The PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop makes it more manageable, breaking down all 9 Domains across 6 weeks, with up to 14 weeks of access to the course materials (subject to registration). PTB’s signature formula strategically groups related content together, so you can cover the entire TCO and build fluency, with maximum efficiency and while using multiple study modalities.

#3: Accountability
Staying on schedule when studying is important, but staying accountable is equally crucial for exam day success. You may be reading and reviewing everything, but do you have a thorough understanding of the material? Check in with yourself regularly, to ensure you’re building competency and developing your M.A.C. skills. If you’d benefit from some built-in accountability, the PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop might be just what you need. Study alongside your fellow students with weekly live lectures and study halls, and use data to track your performance with mock exams that include a detailed score report.

#4: Relatable Instruction
Exam candidates often find it challenging to connect the academic side of ABA to their day-to-day clinical work. High-level concepts and scientific language can make learning less intuitive, leaving many students with only a surface-level understanding of what they’re being tested on. The PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop can help you bridge the gap between ABA in theory and in practice. PTB founder Dana Meller’s expert instruction makes the content more salient– and personal– through relatable, real-world examples.

#5: Multimodal Methods
If you’re a future BCBA® (or future BCaBA®), it may be comforting to know that the tedium of exam prep is a universal experience shared by all candidates. However, every journey is unique, and studying should be individualized to your specific needs and learning style. The PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop is designed to accommodate all types of learners with a variety of tools and modalities, including fluency drills, video replays, audio lectures, and more.
Ready to go Big? Register now for the PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop and join PTB founder Dana Meller for 6 weeks of hands-on learning and comprehensive TCO coverage.

The next workshop begins this Sunday, April 19, at 10:00 a.m. PST.

What’s New from Pearson VUE? PTB Founder Dana Meller has the Scoop

Word is getting out that Pearson VUE has made their testing centers a bit more modern for the digital age. Some of their new features include highlighting words, crossing out answer options, and even a virtual whiteboard. What does this mean for you on exam day? PTB founder Dana Meller shares how to effectively use these new tools.
Looking for targeted mock exams? The PTB Mini Mocks series lets you target specific TCO Domains with 30 peer-reviewed questions, assessed via evidence-based item analysis to ensure questions are an accurate measure of knowledge and scores provide meaningful feedback.

Choose individual Domains, or prep with the complete PTB Mini Mocks series for 270 questions in total.

Apply Now to the Summer 2026 PTB Scholarship, Open Through May 1

In support of PTB’s mission to help students throughout their certification journey, the PTB Scholarship is offered seasonally as a means to make exam prep more accessible. Recipients receive complimentary registration to the PTB Big Exam Prep Workshop, a PTB ABA Exam Study Manual, and a one-on-one mentoring session with PTB founder Dana Meller.

For consideration, submit a short essay and tell PTB what motivates you to become a BCBA®. PTB is accepting applications for the summer 2026 PTB Scholarship now through May 1.

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