AHWD exam-day guide
AHWD · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID in the name you registered with. If your registration name differs from your ID, confirm with the provider before test day how to resolve it.
Confirmation / appointment details
Bring your test confirmation, appointment time, and the test center address or online-proctoring link. Confirm with the provider where this information is issued.
Approved calculator (if permitted)
Confirm with the provider whether a calculator is allowed, which models are approved, and whether one is supplied on screen. Do not assume.
Test-center vs. online logistics confirmed
Confirm with the provider whether you are testing in person or remotely, and any room/equipment requirements for remote testing.
Arrival/check-in time
Confirm with the provider how early to arrive or log in; late arrival policies vary. Plan to be early rather than on time.
Break and snack plan
Confirm with the provider whether breaks are scheduled or optional and whether food/drink is allowed at your seat. Bring water and a light snack if permitted.
Scratch materials policy
Confirm with the provider whether scratch paper, a marker board, or on-screen notepad is provided and what is allowed.
Personal items storage
Confirm with the provider what must be stowed (phone, watch, bag) and where. Assume phones must be off and out of reach.
Rest and travel plan
Arrange transport and a buffer for traffic or connection issues. Prioritize sleep the night before over last-minute cramming.
Accessibility/accommodations confirmed
If you requested accommodations, confirm with the provider that they are approved and noted on your registration before test day.
Review logistics email the day before
Re-read the provider's instructions for ID, prohibited items, and check-in. Policies change; the provider's current instructions govern.
Plan the day
Stop learning new material. Do targeted review of weak areas and practice timing under exam-like conditions. Confirm your appointment, ID, and travel/tech setup. Protect sleep.
Light review only. Pack your ID, confirmation, and approved items. Confirm the start time and location/link. Avoid heavy studying and late nights. Set two alarms.
Eat a normal meal, arrive early or log in early, and follow check-in instructions exactly. Keep the pre-test period calm; do not cram in the waiting area.
Read each question fully before answering. Answer easier items first if the format allows navigation, flag uncertain ones, and watch the clock against the number of remaining questions. Use breaks only if permitted and if they help you reset.
Reserve time to review flagged items and confirm no unanswered questions. Submit according to the on-screen instructions and confirm the submission was accepted.
Rules to check
Follow all ID and check-in requirements; if your ID does not match your registration, confirm with the provider in advance how to proceed.
Do not bring prohibited items into the testing area; stow phones, watches, and notes as directed and keep devices off.
Use only materials the provider permits (calculator, scratch materials). Confirm the allowed list with the provider beforehand.
Breaks: confirm with the provider whether breaks are scheduled or optional, whether the clock stops, and what you may access during them.
Scoring: confirm with the provider how the exam is scored, whether wrong answers are penalized, and what score constitutes a pass; do not rely on secondhand claims.
Report any technical or environmental problem to the proctor immediately rather than trying to resolve it yourself.
Do not discuss, record, or share exam content; follow the provider's confidentiality and conduct agreement.
If you feel unwell or face an emergency, notify the proctor or provider as soon as possible and confirm their policy for rescheduling or incidents.