Got my results yesterday and didn't pass. I'm frustrated but trying to stay focused on what to fix rather than dwelling on it. Writing this partly to process it and partly because I know others will be in the same spot.
My weakest area was study guide — I knew going in that it was shaky but underestimated how much the exam weighted it. The questions weren't unfair, I just didn't have the depth I needed.
I'm rebuilding my study plan around the free chsp management and leadership questions and answers and going much slower this time — no more rushing through topics I think I know. Planning to take 5 more weeks before rescheduling.
Anyone else been through a CHSP retake? What specifically changed in your approach that made the difference? And is it normal to feel like the second attempt is actually harder because of the pressure?
This is exactly the thread I needed. I sit for my CHSP in 3 weeks and have been second-guessing my prep. The study guide area you mentioned is definitely my weak spot. Thanks for the honest breakdown.
Congrats on passing! Can I ask — how many questions did the actual exam have compared to what the practice tests simulate? I've seen different numbers online and want to calibrate my timing during practice.
Really helpful breakdown, thanks for sharing. I'm at week 3 of my CHSP prep and the study guide section is exactly where I'm struggling too. Going to try the approach you described and see if it moves my scores.
This is exactly the thread I needed. I sit for my CHSP in 4 weeks and have been second-guessing my prep. The study guide area you mentioned is definitely my weak spot. Thanks for the honest breakdown.
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