How do I take a PTCB exam online?

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To apply for and schedule an exam online

  1. Log In
    • Log into your PTCB Account and submit an application.   
  2. Receive Authorization
    • Once your application is approved, you will receive an email confirming your 90-day authorization period to schedule and take your exam.
  3. Perform a System Test
    Verify your computer and internet connection meeting the Requirements for online testing.
    • Have a mobile phone ready to take photos of yourself in the room you will take the exam, the room, and your ID. 
  1. Schedule Your Exam
    We strongly recommend successfully completing the system test before scheduling an online exam.
    • Log into your PTCB Account.
    • Click Schedule Exam.
    • Click the exam link under Pre-approved Exams.
    • Select the OnVUE Online at my home or office for the exam location.
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To start an online proctored exam

  1. Check In 30 Minutes Before Your Exam 
    • Use the ‎Check in to start exam‎ in your Pearson VUE exam appointment confirmation email 

OR 

  1. Start the Exam
    • Click your scheduled exam under Open Online Exams.
    • Click Begin Exam and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the check-in process.

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