Claude Certified Associate - Foundations exam-day guide
Claude Certified Associate - Foundations · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Confirm with the provider which ID forms are accepted, that the name matches your registration exactly, and whether a digital copy is allowed. Do not assume a student ID or expired document will be accepted.
Appointment confirmation and registration number
Have your appointment time, confirmation email, and registration or candidate number accessible. Confirm whether the provider permits digital copies or requires a printed copy.
Testing-platform login credentials
Verify your username and password before exam day, and confirm the password-reset process in case you are locked out. Keep credentials private and available only to you.
Working webcam, microphone, speakers, and stable internet
Run the provider's system check at least 24 hours ahead. Test audio, video, screen sharing if required, and browser compatibility. Confirm with the provider which equipment is mandatory for your delivery format.
Power cable and backup internet plan
Keep your device plugged in and have a phone hotspot or alternate location ready. Confirm with the provider how technical interruptions are handled and whether they affect your time or score.
Quiet, private, well-lit room with a cleared desk
Remove notes, books, phones, smart watches, and other devices unless explicitly permitted. Confirm with the provider whether a clear desk means completely empty or allows approved items only.
Approved scratch paper, pen, or calculator
Confirm with the provider whether any physical materials are allowed, whether an on-screen calculator or notepad is provided, and what must be shown to the proctor before and after the exam.
Water, snack, and break plan
Confirm the break policy, whether breaks are timed, and whether you may leave the camera view. If breaks are not allowed, plan hydration and meals accordingly.
Official exam content outline and domain weights
Use only the provider's official guide to confirm the domains, question types, and any provided reference material. Do not rely on memory or third-party summaries for exam-day rules.
Candidate agreement and conduct rules
Read the confidentiality and conduct agreement before exam day so you understand what counts as prohibited behavior and what may result in score cancellation.
Household or workplace notification
Ask others to avoid entering the room, knocking, or making noise during your appointment. Interruptions may be treated as a conduct issue depending on provider rules.
Provider support contact
Save the support phone number or chat link in advance. If you cannot log in or the platform fails, contact support immediately rather than troubleshooting alone.
Plan the day
Confirm your appointment time, time zone, delivery format, and ID requirements with the provider. Run the full system test if you have not already. Review your weakest official domains with short practice sets, but stop adding new material. Set a consistent sleep schedule and locate your ID, login details, and support contact.
Do a light review of summaries and key terms only. Pack or stage your ID, confirmation, charger, and any approved materials. Recheck the room for prohibited items and test your internet and camera once more. Confirm whether the provider requires check-in earlier than the appointment time. Avoid cramming and aim for normal sleep.
Eat a normal meal and hydrate, but avoid unfamiliar caffeine or supplements. Log in or arrive at the check-in window early, close unnecessary applications, silence devices, and clear your desk. Keep your ID and support contact within reach. Read the on-screen instructions before starting and note how to flag questions for review.
Read each question fully and watch the clock without rushing. Answer easier questions first if the platform allows navigation, flag uncertain items, and return to them. Use only approved scratch materials. If a technical problem occurs, stop and contact the proctor or support immediately; do not attempt unauthorized fixes. Take breaks only if the provider permits them, and remember that the timer may continue running.
Follow the provider's instructions for submitting the exam and confirming that your responses were received. Do not discuss, record, or share exam content. Note when and how the score report will be delivered, and keep your confirmation for your records.
Rules to check
Follow all proctor instructions. Unauthorized materials, people, communication, or screen activity may result in removal or score cancellation; confirm the specific prohibited-items list with the provider.
Present an accepted government-issued photo ID whose name matches your registration. If your ID name differs, contact the provider before exam day; do not assume an exception will be granted.
Do not capture, record, copy, or share exam questions or content. The confidentiality agreement typically survives after the exam, and violations may void your result.
Ask the proctor before leaving the camera view, speaking, or using any item not explicitly approved. Confirm whether breaks are allowed, timed, and whether the clock keeps running.
If a technical issue occurs, pause and contact the proctor or provider support immediately. Do not restart equipment or leave the session without instruction; confirm the provider's technical-interruption policy in advance.
Confirm scoring details with the provider, including whether incorrect answers are penalized, whether unanswered questions count against you, the passing standard, and when official results are released. Do not assume a scoring rule.
Check in before the stated deadline. Late-arrival and rescheduling policies vary; confirm with the provider what happens if you miss your appointment or arrive after the check-in window.