ACI Strength Testing exam-day guide
ACI Strength Testing · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the exact ID the provider requires. Confirm acceptable forms and name-match rules with the provider in advance.
Admission confirmation / appointment letter
Print or save the scheduling confirmation and any candidate ID number the provider issued. Confirm whether a printed copy is required.
Approved calculator
Bring a calculator that meets the provider's allowed-device policy. Confirm the permitted models and whether on-screen calculators are provided.
Writing materials
Bring pencils and scratch paper only if the provider permits them; many computer-based sites supply or prohibit these. Confirm with the provider.
Reference materials
Most certification exams are closed-book. Confirm whether any reference tables, standards, or formula sheets are supplied on-screen or prohibited.
Personal protective equipment
If any portion of the exam is practical or laboratory-based, confirm required PPE (safety glasses, hard hat, etc.) with the provider; do not assume.
Travel and site logistics
Confirm test center address, parking, arrival time, and check-in window. Arrive early enough to complete ID verification and security screening.
Personal items plan
Plan for storage of phone, watch, bag, and notes; most sites prohibit bringing them to the testing area. Confirm locker availability.
Rest, food, and hydration
Sleep adequately and eat beforehand. Confirm the provider's policy on water, snacks, and scheduled breaks.
Review logistics for breaks and timing
Know the total appointment time versus actual exam time and whether unscheduled breaks are allowed. Confirm with the provider.
Confirm scoring and results timing
Know the passing standard and when results are released. Confirm these details with the provider rather than relying on secondhand information.
Confirm retake and rescheduling policy
Understand rescheduling deadlines and retake rules before test day. Confirm with the provider.
Plan the day
Re-read the provider's candidate handbook and confirm ID, arrival time, and prohibited items. Do light review of weak topics only; avoid cramming new material. Verify travel plan and set out documents.
Pack ID, confirmation, approved calculator, and any permitted items. Confirm the test center location and check for schedule changes. Get a full night's sleep; avoid last-minute intensive study.
Eat a normal meal, arrive early, and leave prohibited items behind or plan to store them. Re-check that required documents are in hand before departing.
Follow proctor instructions for check-in and seating. Read each question fully, manage time against the number of items, flag uncertain questions for review if the platform allows, and use only permitted aids. Take breaks only as the provider allows.
Rules to check
Present valid, unexpired identification matching the name on your registration; confirm acceptable ID forms with the provider.
Follow all proctor and test-center instructions, including security screening and seating assignments.
Do not bring prohibited items (phones, smartwatches, notes, unauthorized references) into the testing area; confirm the exact prohibited list with the provider.
Breaks, if any, are governed by provider policy; confirm whether unscheduled breaks are allowed and whether the clock stops during them.
Scoring and the passing standard are set by the provider; confirm the passing score, score reporting method, and result timeline directly with the provider.
Maintain exam integrity: no communication with others, no recording, and no sharing of exam content. Report any irregularities to the proctor.
If you need accommodations, request them well before test day per the provider's process; confirm deadlines and documentation requirements.
Confirm rescheduling, cancellation, and retake policies with the provider; do not assume fees or waiting periods.