The test-out option is administered online through a link provided to you once you’ve successfully completed the pre-requisites and payment has been received.
The exam is administered through online. You (the test taker) and the exam administrators are able to see your test results in real-time.
The exam is open book. You should gather your notes and any course material from your previous training.
The testing time is limited to 2 hours. We recommend you purchase the exam and plan for a time that is best for you to focus on taking it. Do not worry. The exam does not begin as soon as you purchase it. Once you access the exam, you must press the START to begin the exam and the 2-hour limit.
The exam is comprised of 40-50 questions, depending on which standard and level (Auditor vs. Lead Auditor) you choose.
Questions are comprised of true/false, multiple choice and multi-select.
You must get a 70% of higher on the exam to pass.
Upon submission of your exam, you will see your results immediately. The exam administrators will get the results immediately as well.
If you do not get a passing grade, you are allowed 2 more attempts. Note: The questions and answers on the exam change for each student and each attempt.
You are not permitted to create a copy of the exam (PDF, print out, screen capture, etc.) or otherwise share this test in any way.
Upon successful completion of the exam, you will receive an email with your Exemplar Global Certificate, a link to your new ExemplarLINK account and instructions for additional resources as a certified auditor. Please allow up to 5 business days for account set-up, receipt of the certificate, etc. due to process time between Concentric Global and Exemplar Global, although the process is typically completed within 1-2 days.