The ARE Starter Kit is a free PDF of ARE 5.0 study materials from KPath ARE. Use it to see the whole exam before you commit to a study plan: how the six divisions connect, how each one asks you to think, and one way to schedule them.

What’s in these free ARE study materials

  • A division connections diagram: what each of the six divisions covers and the key decision it asks you to make.
  • One page for each division: item count, testing time, optional break, section weights, a common confusion and a first study task.
  • A worked example for each division: firm profitability, remaining staff hours, program fit, clear height, effective R-value and the payment due.
  • A 32-week example schedule: which divisions to study together, and where each exam could fall.
  • Study recommendations and exam-day tips: how to combine study sources, what to record in a mistake notebook, and how to use your review time and breaks.

Who it’s for

Candidates who are starting the ARE or deciding which division to take next. It’s an overview, not a full course, so use it to plan your study and find where to go deeper.

Common questions

Is the ARE Starter Kit free?

Yes. The PDF costs nothing and you don’t need a KPath account. Enter your email and we’ll send a download link that works for 7 days.

Which ARE 5.0 divisions does it cover?

All six: PcM, PjM, PA, PPD, PDD and CE. Each division gets its own page with the item count, testing time, section weights, a common confusion, a worked example and a first study task.

Is it a full ARE study guide?

No. It’s an overview to help you plan your study. To go deeper, see the free ARE resources, which include study guides, practice questions and interactive tools.