Once an application is approved, candidates will receive an authorization to schedule their exam via email from PTCB. The authorization period for candidates is 90 days. The authorization period for sponsored candidates may differ, as determined by the sponsor. If the authorization period expires before a candidate takes the exam, the candidate will forfeit all fees and must reapply to take the exam (See Withdrawing an Application).
Candidates have the option of extending their exam authorization period for an additional 90 days through their PTCB Account.* They must request the extension within the 90-day authorization period.
*Candidates are limited to two 90-day extensions.