I can second Dr. Tom's class. It was extremely helpful and I went into the test much better-prepared than the first time I took it.
Surprisingly, I actually studied less for the exam the second time around since the course helped me to hone in on the specific topics that would likely be on the...
Well, you obviously are struggling with your listening and reading comprehension skills as they made it BLATANTLY clear that you are not to discuss specific test questions with anybody at any time during or after the test.
took me two times to pass. going in there the second time you know exactly what to expect and also know what weak points you had for the first go. assuming you took care of those weaknesses you should kill it this time around.
I took a class. I have never been a very good self-learner and thrive in the most structured setting of a class. It also helped me to hone down exactly what I needed to know and to not waste my time on all of the other fluff that has a .001% chance of being on the exam.
I think you have earned the right to boast a little bit with a score like that!
I tried the self-study route the first time and it didn't work for me. I needed the structure of a class to get me over the hump. You should definitely feel proud to score so well, particularly when self-studying.
I passed as well! Such a huge relief. Congrats to everyone who passed and for those who didn't don't be discouraged. I was right where you were last year. You'll get it next time!