Hello all,
Just got a pass on my third try at PPP. First attempt failed the vignette. Second attempt, got a little lax on reviewing material, failed the MC and passed the vignette.
Changed my approach for the third try:
Brightwood ARE 4.0 Study Guide was a big help. After taking the practice exam I focused on my weaknesses (a lot) and compared that to the ARE 4.0 question percentage breakdown in the ARE PPP pdf. (below) After seeing where I was weak, I got most of my good info from the AHPP. Best decision I made. I found the AHPP material is written in a way that is similar to the wording of the actual questions. I focused less on facts/stats and tried to think about the bigger picture. AHPP was a big help.
The vignette is ALL about reading carefully and getting notes down in a way that makes sense for you. The vimeo online video is a great way to start to get a handle on it. (practice is key, even if you think you "got it")
https://vimeo.com/50457422
1. PROGRAMMING & ANALYSIS
(27-33 percent of scored items)
2. ENVIRONMENTAL SOCIAL & ECONOMIC ISSUES
(17-23 percent of scored items)
3. CODES & REGULATIONS
(11-17 percent of scored items)
4. PROJECT & PRACTICE MANAGEMENT - AHPP best source
(33-39 percent of scored items)
Best of luck