Taking a Certification Exam In Person

How do you take the Certified Mission Critical Operator (CMCO) or Certified Mission Critical Professional (CMCP) certification exam at a Pearson VUE testing center?  What you can expect before, during and after your exam?

Before a Certification Exam

Prepare for the exam using study materials and training programs.  They will not only help you acquire and confirm the knowledge you need to pass the exam, but they will also provide you with more confidence, giving you the best chance at being successful.

Make sure to:

  • Download the relevant Candidate Handbook for the corresponding exam
  • Take advantage of the many online training offerings and digital content
  • Keep your training materials organized

The Day of a Certification Exam

Prior to the Exam:

For an exam in person at a Pearson VUE testing center, you will need:

  • Two forms of government-issued identification
  • No electronic devices.  Leave them at home or in your car.  This includes notebook computers, tablets, smartphones, and other smart devices.

Prior to starting the exam, you will learn how much time you have to complete the test and what score you will need to pass the exam.

During the Exam:

Expect to be answering various type of questions, including, but not limited to:

  • Multiple choice
  • Multiple response
  • Fill in the blank
  • Drag and drop

After the Exam:

You will receive a test score immediately following the exam and learn whether or not you passed.  If you did not pass, don’t give up!  Identify the knowledge areas where you need improvement, consider one of our digital downloads or training programs and retake the exam.  Remember that we also offer certification bundles that include certification retakes.