Start Component 3 with Confidence
A free live workshop for first-time and retake candidates
Preparing to complete Component 3—or wondering whether C3 will be part of your retake plan after score release?
This free live workshop will help you understand what Component 3 asks candidates to demonstrate and how to approach the process with greater clarity, purpose, and organization.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
During this session, we will explore:
• What Component 3 is designed to demonstrate
• Important decisions to make before selecting lessons and recording
• How the different parts of Component 3 work together
• How to create a manageable plan for moving forward
• How the Puente Component 3 Coaching Cohort supports candidates through the process
You’ll also have time to ask questions and learn about the January 2027 Component 3 Coaching Cohort.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
This free preview is designed for:
• Candidates preparing to complete Component 3 for the first time
• Candidates considering a Component 3 retake
• Candidates who want a clearer understanding of C3 before committing to a coaching course
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Thursday, December 17, 2026
7:00–8:00 p.m. ET
Live on Google Meet
Free
WHY LEARN WITH RACHEL?
Rachel Howard de Cuevas, M.Ed., NBCT, is an experienced National Board coach and National Board Assessor for Component 3 in English as a New Language.
Her coaching is grounded in National Board standards, publicly available resources, and ethical candidate-support practices. She provides clear, organized instruction that helps candidates understand the process while ensuring that every candidate’s decisions, evidence, analysis, and submitted work remain fully their own.
Ready to begin Component 3 with greater clarity?
