Before the Exam

Proctored Remote Online Testing (PRONTO) is available 24/7, 365 days a year, in any secure location such as your home or office.

Computer-based Testing (CBT) is administered frequently at over 350 sites across the nation and outside the U.S. You can locate the testing availability and locations once you purchase the exam.

**Exams are valid for one year from the date of purchase**

To get the most updated information on which method is available for your exam, search on the Exam Catalog.

Visit our Administrative Rules and Policies to review administrative rules and policies applicable to specific steps in the credentialing journey.

While you are not allowed to write or mark in your reference materials during your exam, there will be other options available for taking notes.

• During a Computer-based testing exam, your proctor will give you a whiteboard and markers for use during the exam.
• During a PRONTO exam, there will be a virtual notepad option for you to be able to type notes during your exam. This global notepad will stay visible on the screen throughout your PRONTO exam so you can reference your typed notes.

Visit our Administrative Rules and Policies to review administrative rules and policies applicable to specific steps in the credentialing journey.

We recommend looking at study materials and courses provided by our Learning Center.

To get the most updated information on which method is available for your exam, search on the Exam Catalog.

We're glad to hear you are ready to continue your certification journey! Achieving an ICC Combination Designation demonstrates your proficiency and flexibility in diverse building safety disciplines that opens many doors to a broad array of job opportunities. Find out more about Combination Designations.