CREDENTIALING
After the Exam
So you've taken your exam, now what? Exam results are available immediately on the testing site. Find out what to do next below.
The Purpose of the Diagnostic Report
If you receive a failing grade, you'll be provided with an exam report that shows the scale or percentile score, and a graph that shows your relative performance on each content area.
You can take a look at your diagnostics on your report to identify areas that you can focus on in the future to improve your score.
If you have a low percentage in a particular content area, this is a good opportunity for you to review your reference materials on topics based on that content area
Remember that if you do not pass, you are not a failure. It is always a good idea to take the time you need to prepare for the second try.
How to Read a Diagnostic Report
Many candidates who failed their exams will turn back around the same day and take the exam again. This can be risky. Give yourself some space from taking the exam again. Take a look at your diagnostics report, review what areas you need to work on, and go back to your study plan. This can help increase your chances of passing the next time you take your exam.
Repeat Test Taker Study Tips
What an Exam Pass Means
If you receive a passing grade on an exam, your report will provide a “Pass” notification only.
Passing a Code Council exam means that you have demonstrated sufficient knowledge of the code necessary for competent practice on the job.
It shows that you are in the same playing field in terms of employment or other opportunities with professionals in the same job scope, regardless of numeric score.
If you do pass, keep challenging yourself – go for the MCP designation! – The Master Code Professional (MCP™) is the highest level of designation the Code Council offers. It requires you to diversify your code knowledge and obtain a number of certifications to achieve this designation. If you are interested in becoming an MCP™
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The Code Council now offers an innovative way to share your credentials: Digital Badges.
Much like a traditional physical certificate, the digital badge is used as a display to validate and showcase your credentials.
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