CCSK exam-day guide
CCSK · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring/display an unexpired government-issued photo ID whose name matches your exam registration exactly. Confirm accepted ID types with the provider before exam day.
Exam appointment confirmation
Have the registration/confirmation email or portal login ready so you can launch the exam and reach support if needed.
Reliable internet connection
Use a wired or stable high-speed connection; run a speed test and know how to tether or switch networks if the primary connection drops.
Working webcam and microphone
Test both before exam day; have a backup headset/mic if possible. Confirm exact device requirements with the provider.
Charged laptop with backup power
Fully charge the device and keep the charger plugged in; close battery-draining background apps.
Quiet, private, well-lit room
Clear your desk of papers, phones, and notes unless the provider explicitly permits them; ensure the room is private for the full session.
Clean desktop and browser
Close all other applications and tabs, disable notifications, and stop any screen-sharing or recording software before launching the proctored session.
Water in a clear container
If permitted, keep a clear glass or bottle nearby. Confirm the provider's policy on drinks and food.
Scratch paper and pen
Some proctored exams prohibit scratch paper; do not assume it is allowed. Confirm with the provider and remove it if not permitted.
Reference material plan (if open book)
If the exam is open book, have approved reference documents open in a permitted format and know how to search them quickly. Confirm the open-book policy and allowed materials with the provider.
Support contact details
Save the provider's exam support phone number or chat link in case of technical failure during check-in or the test.
Early check-in
Log in 15–30 minutes before your appointment to complete identity verification and system checks.
Plan the day
Re-read the exam blueprint and your weak-domain notes; take one timed practice set to check pacing, then stop heavy new study and focus on recall.
Run a full technical dry run: webcam, microphone, browser, internet speed, and login flow. Fix anything that fails now, not on exam day.
Confirm appointment time and time zone, review ID and room rules, prepare your workspace, and get a full night's sleep. Avoid cramming new material.
Eat, hydrate, and do a short review of key frameworks and definitions only. Re-test your camera, mic, and connection.
Clear your desk, silence your phone, close all apps, and begin check-in early so proctoring setup does not eat into exam time.
Read each question fully, flag uncertain items, and keep a steady pace across the 60-question, 90-minute format; return to flagged questions only after completing the first pass.
If a technical issue occurs, stop and contact proctoring support immediately rather than continuing blindly; note the time and issue.
Rules to check
Follow all proctoring instructions; unauthorized materials, phones, or people in the room can void your result. Confirm the exact permitted-items list with the provider.
Keep your face and workspace visible; do not leave the camera view or the room without following the proctor's instructions.
Use only the ID and materials the provider allows; name mismatches are a common cause of check-in failure.
Assume no scheduled breaks unless the provider states otherwise; plan hydration and restroom visits before the session. Confirm break policy in advance.
The exam is timed; unanswered or flagged questions still count against your time, so manage pacing deliberately.
Scoring and passing standards are set by the provider; confirm the current pass mark and retake policy rather than relying on secondhand figures.
Do not attempt to copy, share, or reconstruct exam content; doing so violates the provider's terms and can lead to credential revocation.
If you need accommodations or a reschedule, arrange it with the provider before exam day; last-minute requests may not be honored.