What am I going to do if I fail the board exam (Licensure Examination for Agriculturists)?

We all wanted to pass for sure but sometimes we don’t. This post is for those who will feel like they are losing hope when they fail the LEA.

The first question you should ask yourself first would be why do you need to pass the exam?

Are you aiming for a permanent government position?

Are you a fresh graduate and wanted a permanent position in the government?

Or someone who wants to add something on their CV/resume/portfolio?

If you failed the exam, the first thing you have to do is to process it.

It may be saddening or frustrating because you gave your best and you have been trying for the longest time. However, the results are out and your name is not on the list of passers is something that is beyond our control.

Failing in one exam does not mean failing in life.

What you can do is see the results and your weakest subject/s and start studying those subjects now until the next board exam date and TAKE THE EXAM AGAIN! Take it until you pass it.

Unless, you are a third-time taker, you will need to take a refresher course in the field/s of Agriculture where you failed and have it certified by the authorized school official that you completed the course. Then, you can take the exam again.

If you need it for a government position and you do not want to take the LEA again, you may consider taking the Civil Service Examination instead. Depending on the government position you have, you may opt to do non-profession which was for me a bit easier than the professional level.

In case you just want extra boost in your resume, you do not need the LEA to get that boost. Just gain experience in the field that you wanted especially if you are aiming for private companies or industry – they usually want someone with experience in the job and do not care much about the LEA.

The beauty of life is that you are allowed to fail and try again and again and again. You got this!