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- Number of scored questions
- The EPYA exam contains 135 scored multiple-choice questions; 15 additional unscored pretest items are also included but do not affect the final score.
- Exam time limit
- Candidates have 3 hours (180 minutes) to complete the entire EPYA exam. No scheduled breaks are provided during this period.
- Question format
- All questions are multiple-choice with four answer choices (A-D). Some questions are scenario-based or require selecting all that apply.
- Guessing penalty
- There is no penalty for incorrect answers on the EPYA exam. Candidates are advised to answer every question to maximize their score.
- Eligibility education requirement
- Candidates must hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent to be eligible for the EPYA exam.
- Ethics training requirement
- Candidates must complete at least 40 hours of ethics training within the five years preceding their application for the EPYA exam.
- Registration fee
- A non-refundable application fee of $250 is required at the time of registration. This fee covers processing but not the exam itself.
- Authorization to test validity
- After registration is approved, candidates receive an authorization-to-test (ATT) that is valid for 90 days, during which they must schedule the exam.
- Test center arrival time
- Candidates must arrive at the test center at least 30 minutes before their scheduled exam time to complete check-in and security procedures.
- Required identification
- A valid government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver's license, is required for admission to the test center. No copies are accepted.
- Personal item storage
- Personal items like phones and bags are not allowed in the testing room. Test centers provide secure storage for these items during the exam.
- Prohibited items in testing room
- Electronic devices, notes, and bags are prohibited in the testing room. Unauthorized items are grounds for dismissal from the exam.
- Passing score
- The passing score for the EPYA exam is 70% overall, which corresponds to answering at least 95 of the 135 scored questions correctly.
- Score report timeline
- Official score reports are available within 10 business days after the exam. Candidates receive an email notification when scores are ready.
- Score report contents
- Score reports include pass/fail status and a domain-level breakdown showing performance in areas such as ethics and confidentiality.
- Score scale
- Scores are reported on a scale from 0 to 100. A score of 70 or above is required to pass the EPYA exam.
- Retake waiting period
- Candidates who fail the exam must wait 30 days before retaking it. This waiting period applies after each failed attempt.
- Maximum attempts per year
- Candidates are allowed a maximum of three attempts within a 12-month period. A 90-day waiting period is required after a third failed attempt.
- Rescheduling fee
- Rescheduling an exam up to 48 hours before the scheduled time incurs a $50 fee. Rescheduling within 48 hours is not permitted.
- Cancellation refund policy
- Cancellations more than 48 hours before the exam receive a full refund minus a $75 processing fee. Later cancellations forfeit the entire fee.
- Accommodation request deadline
- Requests for testing accommodations must be submitted at the time of registration along with supporting documentation from a qualified professional.
- Accommodation documentation requirements
- Documentation for accommodations must be dated within the last three years and come from a qualified healthcare professional.
- Common accommodations
- Approved accommodations may include extended time (e.g., 1.5x or 2x), a separate testing room, or a screen reader, based on documented need.
- Accommodation appeal deadline
- If an accommodation request is denied, candidates may appeal within 30 days of the decision by submitting additional documentation.
- Confidentiality obligation
- Candidates must maintain the confidentiality of client information in accordance with applicable laws and the EPYA Code of Ethics.
- Exam content sharing prohibition
- Sharing exam questions or answers with others is strictly prohibited and may result in revocation of certification or other sanctions.
- Ethics violation reporting
- Candidates and certificants must report any observed unethical conduct to the EPYA Ethics Committee for investigation.
- Certification validity period
- EPYA certification is valid for three years from the date of passing the exam. Recertification is required to maintain the credential.
- Continuing education requirement
- To recertify, certificants must earn 60 continuing education credits within the three-year certification period, with at least 20 in ethics.
- Recertification application deadline
- Recertification applications are due 30 days before the certification expiration date. Late applications incur a $50 fee.
- Score verification request
- Candidates may request score verification within 30 days of receiving their score report by paying a $75 fee for a manual review.
- Appeal of exam results
- Appeals of exam results are only considered for procedural irregularities and must be submitted in writing within 60 days.