The ARE Boot Camp Coaching Program
Get Licensed!
Join the program that has helped thousands pass the AREs and become Licensed Architects since 2015.
Here are some unique ways the ARE Boot Camp Coaching program
helps you pass exams:
Design Studio Approach
No more studying alone. Just like in Architecture School, you will be connected with a group of people who are studying together online.
Highly Structured
Stay engaged and on track with a weekly syllabus, meetings, coaching sessions, videos, documents, and group study sessions.
Personalized Coaching
Individual support because one size fits all doesn't work. We all learn and process information differently.
How does the ARE Boot Camp work?
This premium program was created to help YOU become a successful licensed Architect.
With an intimate group of just 12-14 participants, you will be provided a detailed curriculum, schedule with milestones and deadlines over the course of 10 weeks.
The ARE Boot Camp Coaching Program includes (but is not limited to);
Weekly Coaching
Attend weekly coaching meeting to discuss accomplishments, struggles, and ensure you are on track towards meeting your goals.
Online Study Group
Dramatically increase your ability to pass your exams by studying with fellow ARE Boot Campers- almost daily.
Exclusive Content
Access to exclusive Boot Camp study materials and content during Boot Camp and after until you pass ALL your exams.
Structured Syllabus
Receive a 10 week structured curriculum that is designed to help you understand what to study, how to study it and when to study it.
Time Management Tools
Gain resources to maximize your study time, even while working full time and juggling a busy schedule.
Proven Strategies
Our time-tested methods helps you navigate the process of studying and even taking the exams on test day.
Meet Your Head Coach
Hi I’m Michael Riscica,
My goal is to help as many people as I can PASS their exams and succeed in their architecture careers.
I started Young Architect as a passion project in 2014, but it has grown into something much bigger. I'm here to help you take your Architecture career to the next level. Welcome to this thriving community!
Our ARE Boot Camp Promise to You
When you join the Boot Camp, we go beyond the ordinary.
Experience highly customized support, a thriving community, and engaging dialogue.
We promise to talk with you, not at you, ensuring your learning journey is interactive and questions are addressed.
Our dedication to your success extends all the way to the finish line.
After you complete your exams, you’ll join thousands of other Boot Campers who have become Registered Architects and received the Young Architect Gold Medal.
Enrollment Process
Determine Your Program
The form below will help clarify the appropriate group for you
Pro Practice – for people BEGINNING their exams
OR
Technical – for people FINISHING their exams
Check Eligibility
To qualify as a member of the ARE Boot Camp, you must have permission to test from both NCARB and your State Licensure Board.
If you are unsure, please check below.
Pay & Complete Registration
Simply click the button below to make your payment and secure your spot.
You will then be redirected to complete the remaining registration process.
Now Enrolling May ARE Boot Camps
May ARE Boot Camp will meet on Tuesdays starting May 7th for 10 consecutive weeks.
Dates: 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9
May Pro-Practice Boot Camp will meet on Tuesday at: 7:30pm ET/ 6:30pm CT/ 5:30pm MT / 4:30pm PT
May Technical Boot Camp will meet on Tuesday at: 8:45pm ET/ 7:45pm CT/ 6:45pm MT/ 5:45pm PT
**Update 4/23/24 at 11am ET –
- May 2024 Pro Practice Boot Camp has SOLD OUT
- May 2024 Technical Boot Camp has 3 spots left!
- Registration for June and July Bootcamps will be published shortly.
- June ARE Bootcamp begins on Monday June 17th
- July ARE Bootcamp begins on Tuesday July 16th
Register Here for The Pro-Practice Group
(for PcM, PjM & CE)
Pro-Practice Bootcamp is for people in early stages of their ARE Journey.
Register Here for The Technical Group*
(for PPD/PDD)
Technical Bootcamp is for people at the end of their ARE journey.
To be eligible for Tech Bootcamp: You must pass PcM, PjM and CE. You must study and take PA, however passing PA is not a requirement.
FAQs
and other program details can be found here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Signing up FAQ
WHAT IS THE INVESTMENT?
There are three payment options for the Boot Camp.
You can pay in full at $1200, make two payments at $660 each, or three payments at $480 each.
WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?
Due to the personalized premium nature of this program, there are no refunds. This program has very limited availability, so once you have claimed a seat, it will no longer be available to others.
Lastly, if you have chosen to use the payment plan, you understand that it is your responsibility to complete the full series of payments. ARE Boot Camp is not a subscription – it’s an intensive ARE coaching program.
When is the next boot camp?
After we finish filling THIS boot camp, we will post the date and times when registration will open for the NEXT boot camp.
Sign up above to get exclusive notifications when the next program opens up.
What time are the Pro Practice and Technical Boot Camps weekly meetings?
Each Boot Camp has a consistent meeting time and day:
Technical Boot Camp meets at either 6:15pm ET or 8:45pm ET
Pro Practice Boot Camp meets at either 7:30pm ET or 10pm ET
The regular weekly meetings are either Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday. Consult the calendar above for the exact meeting schedule.
How do I ensure I get my preferred weekly meeting time?
Sign up and complete the registration process as soon as possible.
If your preferred time is unavailable (due to selling out) you’ll see a note above the payment options indicating this. If there is no note, there is currently room in both groups.
After you make the payment, you’ll be asked to complete the registration process which includes:
- Filling out our intake form
- Choosing a weekly meeting time
- Registering for the next orientation.
Does the cost of bootcamp cover both programs??
Your investment is for each individual boot camp, which means if you want to take Technical or CSE Boot Camp, you’d pay and register for each one.
Do I need to take both ARE Boot Camps in order to succeed?
No, you don’t have to take both Boot Camps. Some people choose to take both Boot Camps, because they loved their experience. Everyone who makes this decision does so after completing their Pro Practice Boot Camp.
DOES ARE BOOT CAMP OFFER A FIRM PROGRAM?
Yes, at the request of several Architecture Firms in 2022 we created a Firm Program for the ARE Boot Camp.
The ARE Boot Camp Firm Program helps Firms subsidize the costs with getting their Staff enrolled in the ARE Boot Camp.
All the details about The ARE Boot Camp Firm Program which can be found at YoungArchitect.com/FIRMS
I LIVE OVERSEAS. CAN I STILL JOIN?
While we would love to say yes, the program is structured in such a way that it is highly interactive and face to face.
Being in such a different time zone prevents so much of the interaction that is key to the success of the program.
So, unfortunately, we are no longer able to accommodate Boot Campers outside of EST / CST / MST / PST time zones.
Logistics FAQ
Is there an orientation for this program?
Yes, we host a one hour long orientation session that you will sign up for once you have completed the registration form.
During this orientation we will cover topics such as:
- Study materials
- Scheduling exams
- Goals of the program
- Strategy and Approach for both Boot Camps
- Homework before it begins
- And many things about the program
You will also have the opportunity to ask questions directly as this is a live orientation session.
WHAT TIME ARE THE WEEKLY COACHING MEETINGS AND HOW LONG DO THEY LAST?
The weekly coaching meetings take place either in the later afternoon or evening, depending on your time zone.
Meeting time selection is done on a first-come-first-serve basis. The weekly meetings last approximately 1 hour.
HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE IN A BOOT CAMP GROUP?
The weekly coaching meetings are with the same 12-14 people. This small size is key to making it a highly personalized experience. It allows everyone to get to know each other.
You will also be plugged into the larger ARE Boot Camp Community which consists of hundreds of people studying for their ARE’s.
It’s safe to say you’ll be studying with about 20-30 people all over the United States, who are all working towards the same goals as you.
I haven't taken PA. Can i still take Technical boot camp?
To be eligible for the Technical Boot Camp, you have to study and take the PA exam.
Passing PA is not a requirement, but studying REALLY hard and taking this exam is a prerequisite of the Technical Boot Camp.
If you didn't pass PA, we will focus on PPD/PDD and make PA your last exam.
I WORK 40 HOURS A WEEK, HAVE KIDS AND TIME IS AN ISSUE, BUT I AM PASSIONATE ABOUT GETTING MY LICENSE. CAN I STILL JOIN?
Curriculum FAQ
Does the Boot Camp cover just one exam?
No, the ARE Boot Camp will keep supporting you for all the exams.
Over the 10 week Coaching Program we will work together and study really hard on one exam.
After completing the initial program, you will have access to resources about how to complete the remaining exams.
What study materials do we need to buy before it begins?
We will run through all the study materials you’ll need at the orientation meeting.
Please don’t buy anything before that time. You’ll have plenty of time to acquire them before the program begins.
The resources you will need to purchase are the resources you would be studying even if you didn't take the boot camp, except we’ll teach you how to use them more strategically and effectively.
IS THERE A BOOT CAMP FOR PA?
No, there is NOT a separate Boot Camp for PA.
Once you have completed the 10 week Boot Camp Curriculum, you will be given access to PA content to help you study.
To be eligible to take the Technical Boot Camp you must have studied (really hard) for PA. Passing is not a requirement, but at least attempting is.
SHOULD I START STUDYING BEFORE BOOTCAMP BEGINS? I DON'T WANT TO WASTE TIME.
No, we recommend you wait until Boot Camp begins.
At orientation, we will give you plenty of things to keep you busy until the program begins. These tasks will set you up for success once the program begins.
The ARE Boot Camp Curriculum has been carefully designed and repeatedly tested with thousands of ARE Boot Campers since 2015 to maximize your time.
WHEN SHOULD I SCHEDULE MY EXAM?
We will work together as part of the ARE Boot Camp curriculum to schedule your exam.
You will take your exam AFTER completing the 10 week curriculum. If you already have a test scheduled, we can discuss it at ARE Boot Camp Orientation.
IS IT TRUE THAT YOU'LL GIVE ME A GOLD MEDAL AFTER I FINISH MY EXAMS?
Yes!
We want to reward your commitment and dedication for getting to that finish line. What better way than a shiny GOLD medal?
Once you finish your exams, let us know and we will arrange getting you your GOLD medal and celebrate you at the next Young Architect Conference.
You worked hard, you deserve it!
More Questions?
If you still have questions, please use the chat feature (live from 9 – 5 ET Monday – Friday) in the bottom right. If we are unavailable, we will email you back when we return.
If you would rather have a personal phone call with Michael, please submit the best phone number to reach you at via the chat.
We look forward to hearing from you!
