New CSE resources for California landscape architects

[Sarah Gronquist]

Hi all, we've done a lot of work on our CSE materials, including an expanded study guide, a live webinar coming up on September 26, and launching an online practice exam. I think it's the only current resource out there right now and people tell me it's badly needed. :)  

If you're a California designer who has miraculously passed all your LARE sections, the CSE is next. Reach out if you have questions about our materials. As you know, I will often give general advice for free if you are just wrapping your head around this next step. I've really enjoyed working on this. 

[S HON]

Hello Sarah, 

I’m planning to take the California section exam, so any additional advice or recommended resources you can offer would mean a lot. I would greatly appreciate any insights or tips you can share about preparing for and taking the exams. Your experience would be invaluable in helping me navigate this process. 

Thanks and have a wonderful Thanksgiving! 

Regards, 

Hon

[Sarah Gronquist]

Hi Hon!  Did you find our new CSE Study Guide? We ran a live webinar back in October, and the video is available, but for this exam I think you can really just get by with our study materials. The CSE is updated every October, and our guide is updated as well (right now it's current for 2025 and we are working on the 2026 update, many CA building code changes are coming). It's very good. 

https://courses.sgladesign.com/product/california-supplementary-exam/

I've been working on a practice exam too and it's currently offered as an upgrade (along with the live webinar).