CHTP exam-day guide
CHTP · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original ID you used to register; the name must match your registration exactly. needs_review: confirm accepted ID types and whether expired IDs are rejected with the provider.
Exam appointment confirmation
Bring the confirmation email/number or admission letter if required. needs_review: confirm whether a printed copy is mandatory or a digital copy is accepted.
Test-center directions or remote-proctoring link
Save offline directions and the proctoring link; test the link and system check ahead of time if testing remotely. needs_review: confirm the exact check-in window and platform requirements.
Login credentials for online proctoring
If testing remotely, know your username/password and any provider-specific PIN. needs_review: confirm whether credentials are sent by email or must be set in advance.
Approved calculator or on-screen calculator
Do not assume a physical calculator is allowed; many exams provide an on-screen tool. needs_review: confirm the calculator policy and whether a basic non-programmable model is permitted.
Scratch paper and pencil
Test centers often supply these; do not bring your own unless explicitly allowed. needs_review: confirm what writing materials are provided or permitted.
Comfort items for breaks
Water and a snack for a scheduled break; keep them in a locker or approved area. needs_review: confirm break timing and whether access to personal items is allowed.
Quiet, private room and reliable internet (remote only)
Clear desk, close apps, and use a wired connection if possible. needs_review: confirm minimum bandwidth, webcam, and microphone requirements.
Travel and arrival plan
Arrive about 30 minutes early for in-person tests; account for security and check-in. Confirm the provider's late-arrival policy in advance.
One-page summary sheet for last-minute review
Use your own notes on high-level concepts; do not bring unauthorized notes into the test. Review only before check-in.
Plan the day
Confirm appointment details, ID requirements, and test-center or proctoring rules with the provider. Take one timed practice set and review only your weakest two or three topics. Stop studying new material.
Do a light review of summaries and key terms. Prepare clothing, ID, confirmation, and travel plan. Protect your sleep schedule and avoid late-night cramming.
Pack your bag or set up your remote workspace. Charge devices, print confirmation if required, set two alarms, and confirm the route or link. Do a short final review and then stop.
Eat a normal meal, hydrate, and arrive or check in early. Do a tech check if testing remotely. Keep last-minute review to your one-page summary before check-in.
Read instructions, note timing checkpoints, answer every question, flag uncertain items, and use breaks only as allowed. Leave a few minutes to review flagged items before submitting.
Note difficult topics for future study. Do not discuss or reproduce exam content if the provider prohibits it.
Rules to check
Bring the exact ID used at registration; the name must match. Confirm name-change and ID policies with the provider before test day.
Follow all proctor instructions. Unauthorized materials, notes, phones, or smart devices must be stored as directed; failure can void your score.
Confirm the break policy in advance: whether breaks are scheduled or optional, whether the clock stops, and what you may access.
Confirm the scoring and guessing policy with the provider; unless told otherwise, answer every question because unanswered items cannot earn credit.
Arrive or check in early. Late arrival may forfeit your seat or fee; confirm the provider's late-arrival and rescheduling rules.
Do not share, photograph, or reproduce exam content. Misconduct or disclosure can result in score cancellation and certification sanctions.
If a technical issue occurs, notify the proctor immediately and ask for it to be documented; confirm the provider's incident-reporting process.
Review the provider's calculator, scratch-paper, and personal-item rules before the exam; policies vary by delivery format.