California Specific Geology Exam Prep Course

The California Specific Exam - Learn What Makes the Practice of Geology in California Unique

The California Specific Exam is often referred to as the most difficult of the three exams required for professional registration. This course will give the you the most targeted and focused study material for all the hot topics that make the practice of geology in California unique. We will break down complex subjects, laws, and regulations and summarize each to a handful of things the incoming geologist needs to know. There are 4 separate sections, each one released weekly, with additional, on your own, study material between weekly lectures. Total course time is around 4 hours, not counting the additional study material between lectures. You are able to watch (or listen to) videos as many times as you'd like. UPDATED now with a 5th module that is self-study based on numerous interviews of CSE test takers.

You will have access to this course for one year from the date of purchase. Questions about this? Shoot me an email.


Your Instructor


Dennis Leikam, Professional Geologist 8856
Dennis Leikam, Professional Geologist 8856

Dennis Leikam earned his Master’s degree in Geology from California State University, Sacramento. He has worked in environmental geology in food manufacturing for almost 20 years and earned his MS degree on complex aquifer systems in the California Coast Ranges. Dennis worked as part time faculty for CSU Stanislaus for several years and as a Subject Matter Expert with the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, working on the California Specific Geology Exams. His passion for the profession and support of the mission of the Board is why he has launched PGExamPrep.com.


"Just do it. I didn’t enroll the first time I took the exam and I regret it now that I have enrolled. Totally worth it. Compared to the other source I used the first time this training is very focused and relevant to what was on the exam.This is an excellent course — definitely worth checking out!"

- F.T., (Fall 2023 CSE)

Course Curriculum


  Module 1 - Regulatory
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  Module 2 - Geology and Hazards
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  Module 3 - Safety
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  Module 4 - Other Items
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  Bonus! Peeking Behind the Curtain
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  Module 5 - Even more topics!
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts the day you enroll and one new module will be opened per week after that. You'll have access anytime, anywhere, on the web or on the app for one year. After one year, we close the course.
How long do I have access to the course?
One year. After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for a year - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 14 days and we will give you a full refund.
What if I don't pass the CSE in one year, do I need to pay for access again?
In the rare event that you don't pass the CSE one year from signing up for this course, just shoot me an email and I'll re-up you for another year. Until you do pass. Super simple.
What is this "drip" content?
You have immediate access to Module 1 - Regulatory when you purchase this course. Every week following your purchase, another Module opens up. On the fourth week, you get access to Module 4, Module 5, and "Peeking Behind the Curtain". You can come and go in any module that is open for the entire year, as much as you'd like. Or as little as you'd like.
The CSE test is next week and I want to enroll now and cram it. Can you change the drip schedule to let me have access to ALL of the material NOW?
Yes, not a problem at all. After you enroll, shoot me an email and let me know that you want access to everything NOW. I'll get it done before end of day in most cases and you'll have access right away.

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