GNA 10 exam-day guide
GNA 10 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID in the name you registered with. Confirm with the provider which specific forms of ID are accepted and whether a secondary ID is required, as this varies by testing center.
Examination permit or authorization to test
Print or save the authorization or scheduling confirmation you received. Some centers ask for it at check-in, so keep it with your ID. Confirm with the provider whether a paper copy is required.
Appointment confirmation with time and address
Note the exact reporting time and the testing center address the day before. Arrive earlier than your appointment; confirm with the provider how early you should report and what happens if you are late.
Know the test format and length
Review the official candidate handbook for the number of questions, time limit, and whether the exam is computer-based or paper-based. Do not rely on secondhand descriptions of format or scoring.
Confirm permitted and prohibited items
Most centers restrict phones, notes, smart watches, and outside food or drink. Confirm with the provider the exact list of permitted items, including whether a calculator, scratch paper, or personal items are allowed.
Plan your route and backup transport
Do a practice run or map the route in advance, account for traffic and parking, and identify a backup way to arrive on time. Aim to be in the area well before your reporting time.
Sleep and nutrition plan
Protect a full night of sleep for the two nights before the exam and plan a normal, familiar meal. Avoid trying new supplements, heavy caffeine, or unusual foods on exam day.
Confirm break and restroom policy
Ask whether scheduled or unscheduled breaks are allowed, whether the clock stops during breaks, and what you may access during them. Confirm with the provider rather than assuming.
Confirm scoring and results timing
Check the candidate handbook for how the exam is scored and when and how results are released. If the passing standard is not published, ask the provider directly.
Know the rescheduling and cancellation rules
Review the deadline and any fee for changing your appointment. Confirm with the provider if you are unsure whether your appointment can still be moved.
Prepare for security screening
Expect identity verification and possibly a metal detector, palm scan, or photograph at check-in. Follow staff instructions and keep pockets empty.
Emergency contact and center phone number
Save the testing center's phone number in case of a transport delay or emergency. Confirm with the provider how to notify them if you cannot arrive on time.
Plan the day
Finish content review with short, focused sessions on your weakest areas and stop learning brand-new material. Re-read the official candidate handbook for format, rules, and scoring. Confirm your appointment time, address, ID requirements, and permitted items with the provider. Prepare your bag with ID, confirmation, and anything permitted. Keep sleep and meals regular.
Do a light review of summaries and key facts only, then stop studying in the evening. Lay out clothes, ID, confirmation, and transport details. Check the route and weather, set two alarms, and go to bed at your normal time. Avoid cramming, alcohol, and heavy late meals.
Eat a normal breakfast, hydrate moderately, and dress in layers. Leave earlier than the map suggests and carry only permitted items. Arrive at the center with time to spare, complete check-in and security, and use the restroom before entering the testing room. Sit calmly, breathe, and read the on-screen instructions carefully.
Read each question fully and identify what is being asked before choosing an answer. Answer every question, flag uncertain ones, and return to them if the format allows. Pace yourself against the time limit and take permitted breaks if you need them. If a technical problem occurs, raise your hand and notify the proctor immediately rather than troubleshooting alone.
Rules to check
Present valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID in the name used for registration; confirm with the provider which ID forms are accepted before exam day.
Follow all testing center security procedures, including screening, storing personal items, and keeping prohibited devices out of the testing room.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the exam and do not attempt to copy, photograph, or share exam content; exam materials are confidential.
Ask the proctor before taking any break, and confirm with the provider in advance whether breaks are scheduled, whether the clock runs during them, and what you may access.
If you arrive late or cannot attend, contact the testing center immediately; confirm with the provider the late-arrival and rescheduling policies rather than assuming you can be admitted.
Report any technical issue, distraction, or irregularity to the proctor at once and note it afterward, since unresolved issues may affect how your result is handled.
Understand how the exam is scored and what score is required to pass by reading the official candidate handbook; if this is unclear, confirm with the provider.
Do not rely on memory of specific questions after the exam or discuss exam content with others; check the provider's confidentiality and conduct agreement for the exact obligations.