Making a study plan to pass your Equivalency Test

I have been told I have to do GCSE equivalencies. I haven’t studied GCSEs for years. What do I do now?

• • If studying for more than one exam, it is preferably focus on passing one equivalency test/exam at a time. Studying for more than one equivalency test/exam at a time will be confusing and more difficult to manage
  • Generally, it is best to begin with the equivalency exam/skills test that you find most difficult. We often start with enthusiasm and succeeding in the subject you find most difficult will enable you to maintain your momentum. Also, if for any reason you fail to succeed in this exam/test and decide to pause or stop you will have minimised the time and money spent.
  • How much time do I need to study for my test?  It depends on how much previous study you have done, your aptitude for the subject, how effectively you study; and most of all your motivation. This will vary from individual to individual. The best advice is to thoroughly look through the revision materials and do the following.
    • Create your timeline, try to allow some time at the end before the due date in case things do not go quite according to plan
    • Break down (chunk) the content into manageable pieces based on chapters or topics and create a weekly schedule for your study.
    • Work your schedule and adjust it to meet a challenging but achievable weekly target.
    • Make full use of the free support resources we have outlined in the preparation material.
    • Summarise revision material in your own words as if you were going to teach it to somebody else. If you have the opportunity, then teach it to friends and family. It can be fun. and the best way to learn something is to teach it!
    • They say repetition is the mother of skill, so do lots of questions from your revision book and check your answers.
  • If you feel you need further support, you will now be clearer on the what and how much help you require and we have wide variety of low cost support options to assist your equivalency exam preparation. Also explore
  • Study with a friend, if you know anyone who is preparing for the same test
  • Ask one of your friends/colleagues for some help. Do you know a teacher?
  • Choose one of the recommended support options offered by A* Star Equivalency