Did you purchase an exam but you’re not sure how to get started? We have everything you need in an easy checklist format to help you with every step!
- Getting Started
- Scheduling Your Exam
- Preparing for the Exam
- Taking the Exam
- Getting Your Results
Review the checklist here (link) and get ready to earn your certification!
Getting Started
There are four required items to check off in order for the Schedule button to become active.
- Global Candidate Agreement
- Identify Verification
- Operating System
- Testing Location Requirements
Your Schedule button will then become active within 30 minutes of completing the four steps above.
Scheduling Your Exam
After completing the four steps above (and waiting an estimated 30 minutes), your Schedule button will become active. Simply click on Schedule and you will be redirected to our proctoring partner’s site (PSI).
- Select your date and time
- See your exam reservation time and date displayed
- Use the Add to Calendar option to set a reminder in a calendar of your choice
Preparing for the Exam
This section provides four steps to help you prepare for the exam!
- Exam Simulator Options (applicable to CKA, CKAD, CKS, LFCS, and CNPE exams)
- Operating System & Testing Location Requirements
- PSI Remote Testing Tutorial (example shown in screenshot)
- Environment & Technical Instructions
Taking the Exam
This Take Exam button will become available 30 minutes prior to the scheduled exam time.
- This is your last chance to verify that your name matches the ID you will show the proctor
- Please make any changes before clicking the Take Exam button
Getting Your Results
Exams are graded within 24 hours from the time an exam is completed. Depending upon your exam’s outcome, you will see one of the following:
- Achieved score and View Certificate option if your exam is marked Pass
- Option to claim a retake, if one is available
- Option to activate your next purchase, if one is available
