Don’t know how to start your review? If you are looking for proven, battle-tested teachers licensure exam review tips to claim your license this year, you are exactly in the right place.
I am Engr. Rucel Britanico Virata, the author of Outsmart the Board Exam. I have been researching board exam patterns since 2016. I have interviewed thousands of takers for my research.
Whether you are currently struggling with Prof Ed, a severe lack of structured study direction, or paralyzing test anxiety, this post will serve as your definitive first steps. Let’s go!
💡 Note: The strategies shared in this guide represent a 5% preview of the core frameworks found in the bestselling book, Outsmart the Board Exam.
6 Steps to Starting your Board Exam Review
Di alam kung san magsisimula? Hindi pwedeng “bahala na!”
Failing to create a review plan is planning to fail. Decide on these important questions early for a smooth review process.
Step 1: Know your Review Timeline
Know your target exam date. Checkout our Board Exam Countdown which is based from the official PRC website calendar. View the days before your target board exam. This gives you a clear time frame. No guessing.
Date of Exam: ________________________
Days Left: ________________________Tip: View the Board Exam Countdown here
Step 2: Decide your Review Schedule
Decide when you will attend review classes and when will you do self-study. If you don’t decide on this, you won’t create a consistent daily routine.
When you don’t have a routine, chances are you will delay, procrastinate, and not progress. This is dangerous.
Set a consistent routine—whether it’s attending review classes in the morning and self-studying in the afternoon and evening, or the other way around. Imagine yourself already in the situation then decide.
Preference: Morning, afternoon, evening, or during weekends only? Choose:
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Step 3: Decide your Review Location
Choose your study base early. Is it in your house, dorm, boarding house, or perhaps the library.
Pick the place where you can focus best and stay consistent.
Preferred Study Location:
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Step 4: Decide whether Solo or Group Review
Decide whether you will study alone or with peers. Each has advantages, but choose the setup where you learn faster and stay disciplined.
Solo or group review:
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Step 5: Decide whether face-to-face, online, or hybrid review?
Pick the review mode that fits your learning style: online, face-to-face, or hybrid. This determines your daily routine, schedule, and energy management.
Choose one: Online, F2F, or Hybrid setup
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Step 6: Enroll in a Review Center
Choose which review center you will join. Here are some considerations:
- Credibility
- Location
- Teaching style
- Schedule
- Feedback from previous takers (Important!)
Decide early so you can align your entire review plan with their program.
Review Center:
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Top Review Centers for Teachers (2026)
Teachers Board Exam Review Centers in the Philippines (2026)
- Carl Balita Review Center (CBRC): www.facebook.com/cbrcheadquarters
- TopRank Review Academy: www.facebook.com/TopRankReviewAcademyOfficial
- St. Louis Review Center (SLRC): www.facebook.com/SLRCmanila
- RA Gapuz Review System: www.facebook.com/ragapuzreviewsystem
- CEVAS International: www.facebook.com/Cevas
- Falcunan Twins Review Center (FTRC): www.facebook.com/FalculanTwins
- Teacher A Online Review Center: Facebook
Passing Rates for Professional Teachers Licensure Examination
The stats don’t lie — passing the LEPT is tough!
| Teachers Licensure Exam (Elementary) | Passers | Takers | Passing Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 | 18,376 | 32,796 | 56.03% |
| Sept/Nov 2025 | 21,967 | 43,035 | 51.04% |
| March 2025 | 16,282 | 34,810 | 46.77% |
| September 2024 | 20,025 | 44,002 | 45.51% |
| March 2024 | 20,839 | 44,764 | 46.55% |
| September 2023 | 23,782 | 50,593 | 47.01% |
| March 2023 | 24,819 | 60,896 | 40.76% |
| October 2022 | 49,783 | 91,468 | 54.43% |
| June 2022 | 8,667 | 17,149 | 50.54% |
| March 2022 | 10,039 | 20,567 | 48.81% |
| January 2022 | 8,737 | 15,696 | 55.66% |
| September 2021 | 4,883 | 8,726 | 55.96% |
| Teachers Licensure Exam (Secondary) | Passers | Takers | Passing Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 | 45,001 | 61,561 | 73.10% |
| Sept/Nov 2025 | 57,729 | 79,493 | 72.62% |
| March 2025 | 38,747 | 62,225 | 62.27% |
| September 2024 | 48,875 | 85,926 | 56.88% |
| March 2024 | 50,539 | 85,755 | 58.93% |
| September 2023 | 53,995 | 95,969 | 56.26% |
| March 2023 | 48,005 | 102,272 | 46.94% |
| October 2022 | 71,080 | 139,534 | 50.94% |
| June 2022 | 10,193 | 20,191 | 50.48% |
| March 2022 | 7,809 | 18,717 | 41.72% |
| January 2022 | 12,074 | 22,454 | 53.77% |
| September 2021 | 10,318 | 17,863 | 57.76% |
Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers Subjects & Passing Criteria
Conquering the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LET) requires absolute structural alignment. The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) evaluates your pedagogical mastery and subject-matter competence across distinct conceptual blocks, tailored strictly to your target teaching level.
| Testing Level/Branch | Core Subject Area Breakdowns & Topics | Relative Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Level | General Education: English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, Information and Communications Technology (ICT). | 40% |
| Professional Education: Teaching Profession, Child and Adolescent Development, Principles of Teaching, Assessment of Learning, Curriculum Development, Facilitating Learning. | 60% | |
| Secondary Level | General Education: English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, Information and Communications Technology (ICT). | 20% |
| Professional Education: Teaching Profession, Child and Adolescent Development, Principles of Teaching, Assessment of Learning, Curriculum Development, Social Dimensions of Education. | 40% | |
| Specialization (Major Area): Deep domain content in your chosen field (e.g., English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Filipino, MAPEH, TLE, Values Education). | 40% |
Official Passing Regulations & Scoring Criteria
- General Weighted Average (GWA): You must achieve an overall aggregate score of at least 75% computed across all the designated exam sections combined.
- Individual Component Floor Limits: You must not score lower than 50% in any single category block (General Education, Professional Education, or Specialization). Falling below 50% in any branch triggers automatic failure, regardless of your remaining scores.
- Conditional/Le-take Status parameters: The LET features no conditioning options. Falling short on the GWA limit or breaching a component floor requires a complete re-entry of all exam subjects in a later testing window.
Official 2026 LET Board Exam Schedule & Application Deadlines
A flawless timeline protects your review runway. Track the explicit 2026 Board for Professional Teachers schedule to finalize your digital registration before local exam hubs hit maximum capacity limits.
| Exam Cycle / Batch | Online Application Filing Period | Official Exam Date | Target Results Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Batch (March 2026) | December 2025 – January 2026 | March 15, 2026 | May 2026 |
| Second Batch (September 2026) | June 2026 – July 2026 | September 20, 2026 | November 2026 |
⚠️ PRC / Board Filing Advisory
With hundreds of thousands of applicants nationwide, the PRC LERIS portal encounters heavy digital congestion near deadline dates. Furthermore, regional testing locations operate on strict capacity ceilings—once a testing venue fills up, you will be forced to travel to a distant province to take your exam. Complete your application early, prepare your document packets (PSA Birth Certificate, CAV-certified Transcript of Records), and lock in your preferred city ahead of the crowd.
Official List of PRC Requirements
Before pinning down your testing date, you must upload and present these mandatory benchmark documents to the official Professional Regulation Commission filing portal:
- PSA Birth Certificate
- PSA Marriage Contract (for married female applicants)
- Transcript of Records (TOR) with scanned picture and remarks: “For Board Examination Purposes Only”
- Valid National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance
- Two (2) passport-sized colored pictures in white background with complete name tag
- Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)
Board Exam Preparation = Mountain Climbing
I want you to think of your board exam preparation as climbing a mountain. Madali lang kasi i-visualize kung ganito.
The more topics you study, the higher you climb the mountain.
The higher you climb, the higher your chances of passing.
💡Throughout this guide, I will use a study technique known as visualization. Simply explained, you can vividly remember ideas when presented visually and through stories.
3X your Chances of Passing the Board Exam: The 3 Pillars of Preparation
To reach the peak of Mount Preparation, you must secure three fundamental pillars.
I call these the 3 Pillars of Passing the Board Exam.
These are:
- Pillar 1: Guidance
- Pillar 2: Materials
- Pillar 3: Strategy
Board Exam Pillar #1: Having a Reliable Guide
Wag kang aakyat na mag-isa.
Why? Energy conservation.
Instead of unnecessarily reinventing the wheel, just follow what works. Andami na nakaakyat na nauna. Let people qualified guide you so that you’ll conserve your energy for the climb.
A review center acts as your specialized mountain guide, keeping you updated on the latest exam trends and syllabus changes. Let them guide you.
A common mistake board exam takers make is doing pure self-review. This is to start from scratch, to study the trends, find the sources of questions, to figure out the topics that might come out in the exam.
This is the process that review centers are doing. They have researchers. They have the manpower.
Don’t do it alone. Let them do the research.
What if I don’t have funds to enroll in a review center?
If you have no funds to enroll in a review center, I suggest that you get the latest review materials or handouts from review centers. Gawin mo itong basis ng review mo.
Board Exam Pillar #2: High-Quality Review Materials
You have limited time for review. You need materials that are up-to-date to reflect the current trends.
Relying on outdated materials will cause you to study the wrong things entirely.
Dapat wais ka para mabilis ang progress.
Organize your Materials
Gather everything in one place. Collect all your textbooks, reviewers, handouts, e-books, and digital notes from college. Arrange them neatly per subject so that everything is easy to access once review starts.
Kapag organized, mas madali. Organizing early prevents wasted time searching for files and materials that should have been within reach.
Essential Review Materials: Compile the following
- College Notes
- Textbooks: Deep explanation of concepts. Builds strong foundations. Teaches you why things work.
- Reviewers: Board exam oriented. Lots of practice questions and problems. Highly compressed and selected lessons.
- Review Center Handouts: If you are a retaker, you will have these from your past review.
Other Study Materials
- Pens and pencils
- Bond papers
- Highlighters
- Large notebooks (you will need this for the Notebook Summary Technique discussed in Outsmart the Board Exam)
- Whiteboard and marker
- Calculator (optional)
- Printer (very handy and useful for online reviewees)
- Other tools: eraser, sharpener, calendar, sticky notes, paper clips, stapler, staples, etc
Board Exam Pillar 3: Strategy
Strategy matters. It determines how fast your climb will be.
You can pay for the most expensive review center (Pillar 1) and stack your desk with the thickest textbooks (Pillar 2) and latest gadgets, but without a solid strategy, you run the risk of ruining your review.
I like you to imagine yourself again as a hiker. Who do you think will climb faster?
- Student A (The Unprepared Hiker): Basic gear lang. Naka-tsinelas. Walang dalang pagkain at tubig. Simpleng t-shirt at shorts ang gamit, kinagat na ng limatik sa daan. Similarly, sila yung reviewee na subsob sa pagbabasa gabi-gabi pero walang proper study habits. Mabagal magbasa, madaling makalimot, madaling mawalan ng motivation.
- Student B (The Smart Hiker): May proper hiking gear. Naka-hiking shoes. May fleece pants at jacket. May baon na pagkain at tubig. Sila yung reviewees na mabilis mag-aral, may solid study habits, marunong gumamit ng learning and memory techniques.
Outsmart the Board Exam is your proper hiking gear.
Lindy Areja Javilles, LPT (Top 5)
| Licensure Exam | Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) |
| School | Cebu Technological University – Carmen |
| Category | Topnotcher, First Taker |
Teachers Licensure Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: What is the best review book or reviewer to pass and top the LEPT on the first try?
A: “If you badly want to pass and top any board exam, this book is an absolute must-read. If you follow its lessons, techniques, and tips religiously, I can confidently say that you are already halfway through your preparation. Thank you so much gyud, Sensei! Nagamit gyud ni nako og maayo.”
Q: I want to top the teacher’s board exam. What are tips for a student who wants to rank in the top 10?
A: “Dahil sa librong ito (Outsmart the Board Exam) at sa taong nagbigay, natututo akong mangarap… Sa awa ng Diyos, nakamit ko po ang ika-5 pwesto sa LEPT March 2026.”
Q: What are the best graduation gifts or board exam preparation books for graduating education students?
A: “I have been eyeing this book since college, and I promised myself that I would save up and buy it once I finally started preparing for the LEPT. But life threw me the greatest plot twist: just six days before graduation, I received this exact book as part of Sensei’s pamana. Grabe, dako kaayo akong kakurat ug kalipay ato.”
Q: I don’t know how to start the review or structure my daily study habits. Can this book serve as a primary guide?
A: “As of now ay nagre-review po ako and this book became my Bible while preparing for LET (March 2026). Dahil sa librong ito at sa taong nagbigay, natututo akong mangarap.”
“If you follow its lessons, techniques, and tips religiously, I can confidently say that you are already halfway through your preparation.”
Full Testimonial & Journey
I have been eyeing this book since college, and I promised myself that I would save up and buy it once I finally started preparing for the LEPT. But life threw me the greatest plot twist: just six days before graduation, I received this exact book as part of Sensei’s pamana. Grabe, dako kaayo akong kakurat ug kalipay ato. Aside from that, I had already been following the Outsmart The Board Exam (OTBE) Facebook page for constant reminders and motivation. If you badly want to pass and top any board exam, this book is an absolute must-read. If you follow its lessons, techniques, and tips religiously, I can confidently say that you are already halfway through your preparation. Thank you so much gyud, Sensei! Nagamit gyud ni nako og maayo.
July 2025, before review: I’ve been eyeing this book and I promised na bibili ako kapag magre-review na ako however before our graduation may taong nagpamana sa akin ng librong ito. Sabi nya malaki ang maitutulong ng librong ito sa akin (na syang tunay). As of now ay nagre-review po ako and this book became my Bible while preparing for LET (March 2026). Dahil sa librong ito at sa taong nagbigay, natututo akong mangarap. Maraming salamat po sa oras at panahon na iginugol nyo upang mabuo ang librong ito, malaking tulong po talaga sa aking preparasyon.
Update: June 2026 – Good day po! Nais ko pong magpasalamat sa inyo, Engr. Ang laking tulong po talaga ng OTBE Book sa review journey ko, at ngayon gusto ko pong ibalita sa inyo na isa na po akong Licensed Professional Teacher! Sa awa ng Diyos, nakamit ko po ang ika-5 pwesto sa LEPT March 2026. Keep doing what you are doing po. Sure akong marami pa po kayong matutulungan na katulad ko na noon ay nangarap at ngayo’y natupad na. Maraming salamat po muli!
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Hazel Reyes Bejasa, LPT (Top 6)
| Licensure Exam | Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) |
| School | Batangas State University (The National Engineering University) |
| Category | Topnotcher, First Taker |
Teachers Board Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: What is the best review book to pass and top the teacher’s licensure exam on the first try?
A: “I am Hazel Reyes Bejasa, alumna from Batangas State University (The National Engineering University) and recently topped the LEPT march 2026. I am here to humbly express my gratitude for creating the ‘How to Outsmart the Board Exam’ book.”
Q: I want to top the board exam. What are tips and study strategies from a topnotcher?
A: “1- AIM HIGH
2- WRITE YOUR DREAMS / KEEP A JOURNAL
3- BE SURROUNDED WITH THE PEOPLE WHO YOU WANT / LOVE TO BECOME
4- LEARN YOUR INTERESTS, STRENGTHS, AND WEAKNESSES IN STUDYING. STUDY YOUR BRAIN PROGRAMMING. REFLECT.
5- STUDY HARD & STUDY SMART
6- GAMIFY YOUR LEARNING
7- VALUE IS LEVERAGE (Board exam and in real life)
8- GOD FIRST”
Q: I am a regular student feeling left behind during review. What is a good motivational reminder?
A: “This story is not just mine. It’s for every student who feels behind… but still CHOOSES to try. KEEP GOING. YOUR STORY IS STILL BEING WRITTEN.”
Q: What impact can Outsmart the Board Exam have on future educators who want to inspire others?
A: “I love to create something too. I am carrying the torch of innovation invisibly. Hoping to pass it too for the next future minds of the Philippines.”
“Behind Every Topnotcher & LPT Is a Story You Never See (And This Might Inspire You to Keep Going)”
Full Testimonial & Journey
Blessed Day po! I am Hazel Reyes Bejasa, alumna from Batangas State University (The National Engineering University) and recently topped the LEPT March 2026 as Top 8. I am here to humbly express my gratitude for creating the ‘How to outsmart the board exam’ book. I love to create something too. I am carrying the torch of innovation invisibly. Hoping to pass it too for the next future minds of the Philippines.
Behind Every Topnotcher & LPT Is a Story You Never See (And This Might Inspire You to Keep Going):
1 – AIM HIGH,
2 – WRITE YOUR DREAMS / KEEP A JOURNAL,
3 – BE SURROUNDED WITH THE PEOPLE WHO YOU WANT / LOVE TO BECOME,
4 – LEARN YOUR INTERESTS, STRENGTHS, AND WEAKNESSES IN STUDYING. STUDY YOUR BRAIN PROGRAMMING. REFLECT,
5 – STUDY HARD & STUDY SMART,
6 – GAMIFY YOUR LEARNING,
7 – VALUE IS LEVERAGE (Board exam and in real life),
8 – GOD FIRST.
This story is not just mine. It’s for every student who feels behind… but still CHOOSES to try. KEEP GOING. YOUR STORY IS STILL BEING WRITTEN.
Verified Proof & Media
Jonessa Dugayo Martinez, LPT
| Licensure Exam | Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) |
| School | Northern Negros State College of Science and Technology |
| Category | First-Time Passer |
Teachers Licensure Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: I am balancing heavy obligations as a working reviewee, sister, and student. Is a 1-take pass with a high score achievable?
A: “Nakapasa po ako sa LPT Board Exam, 1 take! Isa na po akong ganap na Licensed Professional Teacher with a rating of 88%.”
Q: Can Outsmart the Board Exam help an education student become an actual board exam review center lecturer?
A: “Ngayon po ay isa akong LET Review Lecturer. Yung book nyo po ay pinahiram ko sa aking cousin na kukuha ng medtech at nirecommend ko po ito sa friend ko na soon to be an engineer din po. Soon gagamitin din po yan ng kapatid ko na magiging engineer din po. Maraming salamat po talaga. Worth it po ang everything na nasa book.”
Q: How do I implement isolation and eliminate digital distractions like social media during my board review?
A: “Masaya po ako kase nakarelate ako sa part na hindi ako nagrush magtrabaho at nakaisolated po ako sa socmed since November. Nakafocus po sa Q1 at Q2.”
Q: Is this reviewer easy to understand and quick to absorb if I am reading it close to the exam date?
A: “Worth to wait and to read po talaga. More than 2 hours naka hundred pages na po ako. Gusto ko talaga matapos ito today… Nakakaexcite po every pages at graphics.”
“Ate, Estudyante, at Negosyante: Pagod pero Didiskarte… Isa na po akong ganap na Licensed Professional Teacher with a rating of 88%.”
Full Testimonial & Journey
Ate, Estudyante, at Negosyante: Pagod pero Didiskarte
I am very much honored & grateful po sa inyo na naka avail ako ng book nyo. Nakapasa po ako sa LPT Board Exam, 1 take! Isa na po akong ganap na Licensed Professional Teacher with a rating of 88%. Ngayon po ay isa akong LET Review Lecturer. Yung book nyo po ay pinahiram ko sa aking cousin na kukuha ng medtech at nirecommend ko po ito sa friend ko na soon to be an engineer din po. Soon gagamitin din po yan ng kapatid ko na magiging engineer din po. Maraming salamat po talaga. Worth it po ang everything na nasa book. More power. God Bless po!
Before the Board Exam: Ang ganda po talaga ng content at cover. Saludo po ako sayo, Engr. RBV & sa buong team nyo! Worth to wait and to read po talaga. More than 2 hours naka hundred pages na po ako. Gusto ko talaga matapos ito today. Masaya po ako kase nakarelate ako sa part na hindi ako nagrush magtrabaho at nakaisolated po ako sa socmed since November. Nakafocus po sa Q1 at Q2. I hope nabasa ko po ito early pero okay parin po. Masaya po talaga ako na nabigyan ako ng opportunity to have and read this book. Nakakaexcite po every pages at graphics. Salamat po talaga. More power po & God Bless!
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Rashly Samantha P. Rongavilla, LPT
| Licensure Exam | Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) – Secondary Education, Major in English |
| School | Batangas State University (The National Engineering University) |
| Category | First-Time Passer |
Teachers Board Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: Is Outsmart the Board Exam effective for non-engineering majors like education students?
A: “At first, I asked myself, “Para ba talaga ito sa akin? Pwede kaya ito sa akin kahit hindi ako engineering?” I am not an engineering student—I am an educ student. Still, I decided to take the risk, and I am truly grateful that I did, because it helped me more than I expected.”
Q: I feel lost, extremely anxious, and don’t know the first step to take for board exam review. How do I start?
A: “For someone who had no one to ask about the board exam—what the first step should be, how to start reviewing, and how to properly prepare—it was such a huge help for me. During that time, I was really lost. I honestly did not know what to do anymore. You could even say that I was already desperate—to the point that every day, I searched the internet for board exam tips, techniques, how to start reviewing, and the right approach to take.”
Q: Should I move to Manila or Lucena for review centers if I prefer peace of mind and staying calm during preparation?
A: “My friends were encouraging me to review in Manila or Lucena, since I am from Batangas, and to enroll in a review center far from home. We were already discussing where to go. However, I hesitated and eventually decided not to push through with that plan. Looking back, I am truly thankful that I did not. When I read your book, I realized how effective it was for me. It gave me peace of mind, helped me stay calm, and guided me throughout my review process.”
Q: What are the best graduation gifts or board exam preparation books for graduating education students?
A: “Right now, I have lent the book to a friend who will be taking her board examination this March. She is also an educ graduate.”
Q: How can a first-time board exam taker figure out a source of direction without heavy guidance?
A: “I honestly cannot fully explain how much your book helped me, especially during the times when I had no guidance at all and no one to ask for advice. As a first-time board exam taker, I was really just trying to figure things out on my own, and your book became a big source of direction for me.”
Q: Can an education graduate pass the LET exam on the first try without relying completely on traditional review centers?
A: “Even though I am not an engineer, I am now a board passer, and your book played a big role in that success.”
“As a first-time board exam taker, I was really just trying to figure things out on my own, and your book became a big source of direction for me.”
Full Testimonial & Journey
Hello! Good evening po. You can call me Sam or Sammie. I am now a Licensed Professional Teacher and a board passer. I would like to say thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. Thank you po because your book truly helped me a lot. For someone who had no one to ask about the board exam—what the first step should be, how to start reviewing, and how to properly prepare—it was such a huge help for me.
During that time, I was really lost. I honestly did not know what to do anymore. You could even say that I was already desperate—to the point that every day, I searched the internet for board exam tips, techniques, how to start reviewing, and the right approach to take. This was around April, and I was extremely anxious and nervous. Then I came across a post about your book. I think I saw it somewhere online—maybe on Facebook or Reddit. I am not entirely sure—but it caught my attention. I decided to order your book around April 12, and yesterday, December 18, I officially became a board passer.
At that time, I had many plans. My friends were encouraging me to review in Manila or Lucena, since I am from Batangas, and to enroll in a review center far from home. We were already discussing where to go. However, I hesitated and eventually decided not to push through with that plan. Looking back, I am truly thankful that I did not. When I read your book, I realized how effective it was for me. It gave me peace of mind, helped me stay calm, and guided me throughout my review process.
At first, I asked myself, “Para ba talaga ito sa akin? Pwede kaya ito sa akin kahit hindi ako engineering?” I am not an engineering student—I am an educ student. Still, I decided to take the risk, and I am truly grateful that I did, because it helped me more than I expected. Even though I am not an engineer, I am now a board passer, and your book played a big role in that success. Thank you so much po. Your work truly made a difference in my journey. God bless you always. Thank you so much po. 🙏
P.S. Right now, I have lent the book to a friend who will be taking her board examination this March. She is also an educ graduate. She shared with me that someone told her that if I ever passed the board exam, I should message you and let you know. But more than that, I personally wanted to reach out and thank you for the guidance you provided throughout my journey. Thank you so much po.
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J Mark A. Magbanwa, SO2, LPT
| Licensure Exam | Safety Officer 2 Training and Examination, Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) |
| School | Aklan State University – Makato Campus |
| Category | Multiple License Professional |
Teachers Licensure Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: What is an inspiring graduation gift or review book to help me graduate Cum Laude and become a batch valedictorian?
A: “This book was also instrumental in my academic success, helping me graduate Cum Laude and became Batch Valedictorian in 2024. I even borrowed some inspiring lines from it for my Valedictory Address, including: ‘Purpose helps you thrive in difficult moments.'”
Q: I am an undergrad college student trying to build better study habits early. Is Outsmart the Board Exam useful for 3rd year students?
A: “I vividly remember buying “Outsmart the Board Exam” for 500 pesos during my 3rd year of college. Initially, I only read a few pages, but the book’s engaging content drew me in. I devoured it in just 5 days, and its valuable insights became my trusted companion throughout my studies- Ilang beses ko na po ito inulit -ulit binasa😁”
Q: How do you use the Memory Palace technique or 80/20 rule to master heavy materials for licensure exams?
A: “-The memory palace Technique: Improve my ability to recall information, reduce study time, and enhance my overall learning experience (Nagging memory palace na nga po yung review room ko 😅)
-Snowball Effect: Consistent effort and good study habits can lead to significant advantages.
-The Goldilocks Strategy: Experience peak motivation when working on tasks that are right on the edge of my current abilities.
-The 80/20 Rule (Pareto Principle): Focusing on the 20% of tasks that will yield 80% of the results.
-The Notebook Summary Technique: Help me rehearse the lessons quickly.”
Q: Can this book guide me through non-engineering credentials like the Safety Officer 2 exam and the teacher’s board exam?
A: “The book’s wisdom also guided me through the Safety Officer 2 Training and Examination, as well as the board exam for becoming a Licensed Professional Teacher.”
Q: I am struggling with finding deep motivation to sacrifice for my study goals. What is a helpful mindset change?
A: “Its powerful message, “If you don’t sacrifice for your dreams, those dreams will become the sacrifice,” resonated deeply. With faith and the guidance of this book, I achieved my dreams.”
“If you don’t sacrifice for your dreams, those dreams will become the sacrifice,” resonated deeply.
Full Testimonial & Journey
Good evening po ✨Sharing my testimony: “Outsmart the Board Exam” is more than just a book – it’s a game-changer. I vividly remember buying “Outsmart the Board Exam” for 500 pesos during my 3rd year of college. Initially, I only read a few pages, but the book’s engaging content drew me in. I devoured it in just 5 days, and its valuable insights became my trusted companion throughout my studies—Ilang beses ko na po ito inulit-ulit binasa 😁
Some of my favorite concepts in this book are the Memory Palace Technique (Nagging memory palace na nga po yung review room ko 😅), the Snowball Effect, the Goldilocks Strategy, the 80/20 Rule, the Notebook Summary Technique, and mastering a Growth Mindset vs Fixed Mindset to build a clear plan and strategy like Mr. Well Prepared.
This book was also instrumental in my academic success, helping me graduate Cum Laude and became Batch Valedictorian in 2024. I even borrowed some inspiring lines from it for my Valedictory Address. The book’s wisdom also guided me through the Safety Officer 2 Training and Examination, as well as the board exam for becoming a Licensed Professional Teacher. I’m forever grateful to Engr. Virata for creating such a life-changing resource. To God be the highest Glory ✨
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Engr. Presidio Flores Bacalso Jr, LPT
| Licensure Exam | Mechanical Engineer Board Exam, Registered Master Plumber, Registered Master Electrician, Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) |
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| Category | Multiple License Professional |
Teachers Board Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: I am an engineering graduate who left school a long time ago. How can I pass the board exam after a long graduation gap?
A: “It wasn’t easy, it was an uphill battle.. Salamat sa book niyo sir. Laking tulong para makapasa ako sa ME board exam. Lalo na ang tagal ko nang grumadweyt. 2006 pa.”
Q: Can a full-time working professional manage to study and unlock another PRC license like the LPT?
A: “Despite having to work, you went full gas to get another license! +4th License: LPT”
Q: What adjustments or sacrifices should a working reviewee prepare for when balancing heavy professional workloads?
A: “Dear Self, Congrats! You made it. Thank you for working hard. Thank you for sacrificing a lot of sleep.”
“Despite having to work, you went full gas to get another license!”
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“It wasn’t easy, it was an uphill battle.. Salamat sa book niyo sir. Laking tulong para makapasa ako sa ME board exam. Lalo na ang tagal ko nang grumadweyt. 2006 pa.”
“Dear Self, Congrats! You made it. Thank you for working hard. Thank you for sacrificing a lot of sleep. Despite having to work, you went full gas to get another license! +4th License: LPT”
—Engr. Presidio Flores Bacalso Jr
Mechanical Engineer / Reg. Master Plumber / Reg. Master Electrician / LPT
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Engr. Mark R. Pates, CPM, LPT
| Licensure Exam | Mechanical Engineer Board Exam, Certified Plant Mechanic (CPM) Board Exam, Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) |
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| Category | Multiple License Professional |
Teachers Licensure Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: Is it possible to collect multiple PRC licenses and pass 5 different board exams using proper study techniques?
A: “Yung techniques ng books nyo po documented yan ng mga techniques na ginagawa ko sir kaya 5 na yung PRC license k sir!”
Q: What is a proven technique or book that can help me top the Certified Plant Mechanic board exam?
A: “Yung Isa Kong board exam which is CPM boards top 5 po aku. august 2022 namin po un”
Q: I am an engineering graduate planning to take the LET for a career change. How long can the gap be between exams?
A: “BS Mechanical engineering, 2012 p k pumasa boards Yung last board exam which is the 5th board exam ko is as LPT last March 2024.”
“Yung techniques ng books nyo po documented yan ng mga techniques na ginagawa ko sir kaya 5 na yung PRC license k sir!”
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BS Mechanical engineering, 2012 pa ako pumasa ng boards. Yung last board exam which is the 5th board exam ko is as LPT last March 2024. Yung isa kong board exam which is CPM boards top 5 po ako. August 2022 namin po yun.
Yung techniques ng books nyo po documented yan ng mga techniques na ginagawa ko sir kaya 5 na yung PRC license ko sir!
Engr. Roxanne Beverly Rosil, RME, LPT
| Licensure Exam | Registered Electrical Engineer (REE), Registered Master Electrician (RME), Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) |
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| Category | Multiple License Professional |
Teachers Licensure Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: I am a working reviewee balancing a full-time job. How can I pass both the engineering and LPT board exams in the same year?
A: “By January 2023, I had surrounded myself with people who shared the same goals as mine. We enrolled in a professional education unit earner program, and I balanced this with my full-time job. Every evening, I attended online review sessions for the REE board exam—shoutout to Excel Online Review Center—and on weekends, I attended classes for professional education… By April 2023, I took the REE board exam, and a week later, the results came out—my name was on the list. “Engineer na ako.”… So, after four months of extensive review while working, I took the LPT board exam in September 2023, and three months later, the results came out. I was overjoyed to see that all my friends passed, and so did I, by God’s grace. All of this happened in the same year.”
Q: How can an engineering graduate recover momentum and study effectively after spending 8 years in college and experiencing pandemic delays?
A: “I spent eight years in engineering college, attending several universities before finally graduating in 2020, just as the COVID-19 pandemic was rising. The lockdowns delayed the board exams for over a year and a half, and during that time, I lost touch with my lessons and momentum. I got a job and focused on it, eventually stopping myself from believing that I might ever pass the board exam. But then I came across this book, and everything changed.”
Q: What are practical time management tips for attending night review classes from 6 to 10 PM after a long day at work?
A: “And yes, after a long day at work, I still managed my time wisely to attend review classes from 6:00 to 10:00 PM, with enough time to study until midnight. Every single day. A small sacrifice for the bigger outcome was all worth it.”
Q: Can the Snowball Effect, 80-20 Rule, and Delayed Gratification help me manifest a license collection list?
A: “Outsmart the Board Exam introduced me to three powerful concepts: •The Snowball Effect •The 80-20 Rule •Delayed Gratification… Finally, the checklist I recently found. HAHAHA! Hindi na na-update kasi nakalimutan ko na ‘to. Pero yung ‘MUST-HAVE License Collection List’ title talaga, I couldn’t believe it. I just manifested that year, and it came true.”
“Sometimes, you need to make short-term sacrifices for long-term goals. One good book can truly change your life.”
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I recently found an old checklist in my notes, something I had completely forgotten about. Seeing it made me smile, as memories of my life-changing journey all flashed back. It reminded me of a quote I once shared after reading Outsmart the Board Exam: “A good book can change your life.” This book truly lived up to its promise, and I owe a lot to it.
A brief backstory: I spent eight years in engineering college, attending several universities before finally graduating in 2020, just as the COVID-19 pandemic was rising. The lockdowns delayed the board exams for over a year and a half, and during that time, I lost touch with my lessons and momentum. I got a job and focused on it, eventually stopping myself from believing that I might ever pass the board exam. But then I came across this book, and everything changed.
Outsmart the Board Exam introduced me to three powerful concepts: The Snowball Effect, The 80-20 Rule, and Delayed Gratification. These principles shifted my mindset from a fixed one to a growth-oriented one. I began to plan everything in detail, ensuring I had a backup plan, thinking, “What if I don’t make it as an engineer? At least I should have an alternative.” By January 2023, I had surrounded myself with people who shared the same goals as mine. We enrolled in a professional education unit earner program, and I balanced this with my full-time job. Every evening, I attended online review sessions for the REE board exam—shoutout to Excel Online Review Center—and on weekends, I attended classes for professional education. I applied everything I learned from the book, cutting out anything that wasn’t important or urgent. By April 2023, I took the REE board exam, and a week later, the results came out—my name was on the list. “Engineer na ako.” Thank you, Lord!
With my education units also completed that same month, I decided to push further and enrolled in a review center again—kudos to FTRC-Merco Branch—for the LPT board exam. Some people questioned why I would pursue this when I was already an engineer. But to me, it made perfect sense—why not make the most of the certificate I had earned? So, after four months of extensive review while working, I took the LPT board exam in September 2023, and three months later, the results came out. I was overjoyed to see that all my friends passed, and so did I, by God’s grace. All of this happened in the same year. Glory to God Almighty!
You see, this book wasn’t just a guide for passing exams; it was a mentor for life. The snowball effect set things in motion, and delayed gratification proved to be worth every sacrifice. Sometimes, you need to make short-term sacrifices for long-term goals. Now, I’m working as a full-time engineer, a part-time college instructor, and an online ESL teacher. One good book can truly change your life. I’m forever grateful to Engr. Virata for being my secret mentor throughout this journey. Who would have thought that among all these books, you only need one to open your eyes to life-changing possibilities?
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Mei Shai Estanil Pedro, LPT
| Licensure Exam | Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) – Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) |
| School | Carlos Hilado Memorial State University-Binalbagan, Negros Occidental |
| Category | First-Time Passer |
Teachers Licensure Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: What is a highly recommended review material for BEED graduates aiming to pass the elementary education board exam?
A: “I’m a BEED graduate and a licensed teacher since passing the board exam in 2024 po. A friend lent me a copy of your book, which was a great help during my review.”
Q: My friend is preparing for the teacher’s board exam, what is a good review book or guide I can lend them?
A: “A friend lent me a copy of your book, which was a great help during my review.”
Q: How do elementary education examinees feel after integrating Outsmart the Board Exam into their study routine?
A: “I’m very grateful. 🩷 By God’s grace po. Thank you soooo much”
“A friend lent me a copy of your book, which was a great help during my review. I’m very grateful. 🩷”
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I’m a BEED graduate and a licensed teacher since passing the board exam in 2024 po. A friend lent me a copy of your book, which was a great help during my review. I’m very grateful. 🩷
By God’s grace po. Thank you soooo much!
Lealyn Mabini Cerdena, LPT
| Licensure Exam | Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) – BSED – English |
| School | Samar State University |
| Category | First-Time Passer |
Teachers Licensure Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: Is it possible to pass the LET in one take using only independent self-review and online materials?
A: “Self-review and online lang po ako and I managed to pass the LET in one take… Salamat po sa mga inspirational words na sinulat niyo sa libro. Self and online review lang po ako and I managed to pass the LET in one take.”
Q: How do you overcome exam anxiety and master active recall when preparing for board exams?
A: “I applied the Pomodoro Technique, Snowball Effect, and Delayed Gratification in my preparation for the board exam… Habang tumatagal, ramdam kong napakasarap pala mag-aral. Hindi na sya naging burden, biglang naging habit.”
Q: Is Outsmart the Board Exam quick to finish for an English major working under tight timelines?
A: “I just wanted to thank you for your book! I read it in just 2 days after I received it.”
“Habang tumatagal, ramdam kong napakasarap pala mag-aral. Hindi na sya naging burden, biglang naging habit.”
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I just wanted to thank you for your book! I read it in just 2 days after I received it. Self-review and online lang po ako and I managed to pass the LET in one take with a board exam rating of 87.20. Thank you so much!
I applied the Pomodoro Technique, Snowball Effect, and Delayed Gratification in my preparation for the board exam. Habang tumatagal, ramdam kong napakasarap pala mag-aral. Hindi na sya naging burden, biglang naging habit. Salamat po sa mga inspirational words na sinulat niyo sa libro. Thank you so much!
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Rhonett Pucyutan Acorda, LPT
| Licensure Exam | Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) |
| School | La Concepcion College |
| Category | First-Time Passer, Full time parent |
Teachers Licensure Exam Review Tips: Quick Summary Q&A
Q: I am a housewife and parent trying to review for the board exam. Is it possible to pass on the first take?
A: “Mom of 3 din po ako. My husband is a soldier and I am a housewife. Nakatapos po ako ng 2 years course pero pangarap ko pong makatapand ng bachelor’s degree kaya nung nabigyan po ako ng pagkakataon, ginrab ko po at todo suporta po si husband… Kaya sobrang blessing po sa pamilya ko na makapasa ako first take sa board exam.”
Q: How can I manage information overload and study effectively if my brain feels rusty or out of practice?
A: “Maraming salamat po sa libro niyo sa napakaraming tips! Yung kinalawang na nung utak ko pero nagawa ko pa ring pagkasyahin yung information kahit overload na. Samahan po talaga ng prayers before, during and after review pati before, during board exam at hbng naghhntay ng results. LPT na po ako 🙏❤️”
Q: What is a recommended review book strategy when trying to balance family life, home construction, and board exam prep?
A: “Hndi ko man po natapos lahat pero tumatak po sa akin ung Golden Window of Opportunity saka yung mga technique kapag pagod nang mag review. After grad po nag review na ako at asikaso ng pinagawa naming bahay at alaga ng mga anak.”
Q: I am an old curriculum graduate struggling to adjust to new school standards. Can an exam guide help me catch up?
A: “Galing po kasi ako sa old curriculum 2018 then new curriculum na po nung pagpasok ko ng online class ng 2020 kaya nahirapan po ako mag adjust sa school pero di po ako nabigo mag adjust para sa board exam. 🙏”
Q: How do I find the right approach to start reviewing independently when standard materials aren’t working?
A: “Kakahanap ko po ng reviewer noon ng board exam nakikita ko na yung page nio and sbi ko tlga soon bbli ako ng book nio.”
“Hndi ko man po natapos lahat pero tumatak po sa akin ung Golden Window of Opportunity saka yung mga technique kapag pagod nang mag review.”
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Mom of 3 din po ako. My husband is a soldier and I am a housewife. Nakatapos po ako ng 2 years course pero pangarap ko pong makatapos ng bachelor’s degree kaya nung nabigyan po ako ng pagkakataon, ginrab ko po at todo suporta po si husband. Natigil man ako after 1 sem ng 2018, bumalik po ako sa pag-aaral ng 2020 during online class tapos nag f2f class po kami sa school graduating na po ako. Kakahanap ko po ng reviewer noon ng board exam nakikita ko na yung page nio and sbi ko tlga soon bbli ako ng book nio. Hndi ko man po natapos lahat pero tumatak po sa akin ung Golden Window of Opportunity saka yung mga technique kapag pagod nang mag review. After grad po nag review na ako at asikaso ng pinagawa naming bahay at alaga ng mga anak. Kaya sobrang blessing po sa pamilya ko na makapasa ako first take sa board exam.
Maraming salamat po sa libro niyo sa napakaraming tips! Yung kinalawang na nung utak ko pero nagawa ko pa ring pagkasyahin yung information kahit overload na. Samahan po talaga ng prayers before, during and after review pati before, during board exam at hbng naghhntay ng results. LPT na po ako 🙏❤️ Galing po kasi ako sa old curriculum 2018 then new curriculum na po nung pagpasok ko ng online class ng 2020 kaya nahirapan po ako mag adjust sa school pero di po ako nabigo mag adjust para sa board exam. 🙏