LEP Networking

Module 1: Applying For & Taking the Exam

Get clear guidance on requirements, deadlines, and documentation to ensure your LEP exam application is accurate so you can focus on what matters most—passing the exam.

You’ll get the inside scoop on exam-day logistics, including what to bring, how to prepare, and what to expect once you arrive. This advice will help eliminate stress and uncertainty, leaving you calm, organized, and ready to perform your best.

Module 2: Intro the Exam Sections

The LEP exam covers four main topics: assessment, intervention, consultation, and law and ethics. The study materials throughout the next four modules are organized so you can focus on one section at a time or study them all together—whatever works best for your learning style.

Master the most important content without feeling overwhelmed!

Module 3: Assessment

Do a dive deep into the largest section of the LEP exam, which accounts for 43% of the overall test. You’ll learn the critical elements of assessment, covering topics like intake, informal and standardized assessments, interpretation and diagnosis, and communicating results.

Each topic includes practical examples and insights on how to navigate these tasks in both school settings and private practice.

By the end, you’ll not only deeply understand assessments but also know how to apply these skills practically, ensuring you’re ready to excel in this section of the LEP exam.

Included Resources:

• Assessments Quiz
• Assessments Study Guide
• DSM 5-TR Diagnosis Flashcards
• DSM 5-TR Diagnosis Quick Study Guide
• DSM 5-TR Diagnosis Quiz
• DSM-5-TR Jeopardy Study Guide
• Assessment Checklist
• Vocational Assessment Flashcards
• Vocational Assessment Quiz

Module 4: Intervention

Learn how to provide effective direct and indirect services to students, develop treatment programs, track program progress, and modify interventions. This module also covers the importance of connecting interventions back to education, a cornerstone of the LEP’s scope of practice.

By the end of this module, you’ll be well-prepared to succeed on the intervention portion of the exam, which comprises 23% of the exam questions.

Included Resources:

• Interventions Flashcards
• Interventions Checklist
• Interventions Study Guide
• Interventions Quiz
• Interventions References & Links

Module 5: Consultation

Gain critical insights into effective consultation to improve client functioning. We’ll explore the nuances of direct consultation with clients, navigating the educational system, and facilitating client support through community resources.

This section emphasizes practical skills, including consultation scenarios, facilitating IEP meetings, and using real-world examples to prepare you for the exam's consultation questions, which account for 14% of the test.

Included Resources:

• Consultation Models Study Guide
• Consultation Checklist
• Dynamics of Interpersonal Relationships Flashcards
• Consultation Quiz
• Consultation References & Links

Module 6: Law & Ethics

Learn the key legal, ethical, and professional standards established by the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) that LEPs must adhere to. Law and Ethics questions comprise 20% of the LEP exam.

By the end of this module, you’ll have a solid understanding of the legal and ethical frameworks necessary for your practice, ensuring you’re well-prepared to tackle this portion of the LEP exam.

Included Resources:

• Law & Ethics Study Guide
• Law & Ethics Checklist
• Law & Ethics References & Links

Module 7: Final Words

A few final words of encouragement as you pave a path toward your new career as an LEP!

Module 8: Study Tips

Learn essential tips and strategies to optimize your preparation for the LEP exam. The strategies outlined will help you make the most of your study time and boost your confidence on exam day.