GAQM CPD exam-day guide
GAQM CPD · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid government-issued photo ID
Bring the original ID you used to register. For online proctoring, confirm with the provider whether a passport or national ID is accepted and whether the name must match your registration exactly.
Second form of ID (if required)
Some providers ask for a secondary ID or a debit/credit card for verification. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted; if unsure, mark as needs_review and carry a second ID anyway.
Exam appointment confirmation
Have your booking confirmation, candidate number, or registration email accessible (printed or on your phone) so you can quote it to the proctor or test-centre staff.
Test-centre directions and arrival time
Confirm the exact address, travel time, and how early you must arrive. Arrival cut-off rules vary by provider; confirm with the provider whether late arrival means forfeiture of the fee.
Online proctoring system check completed
If testing remotely, run the provider's system test (camera, microphone, browser, internet speed) at least 24 hours before. Confirm with the provider which browser and plug-ins are required or prohibited.
Quiet, private room and stable internet (remote exams)
Arrange a closed room with a desk, power outlet, and wired or stable Wi-Fi. Remove notes, books, and extra screens from the desk; confirm with the provider what is allowed in the room.
Permitted items only
Bring only what the provider explicitly allows (e.g., water in a clear bottle). Confirm with the provider whether a calculator, blank paper, or pen is permitted; do not assume.
Review the exam format and logistics
Know the number of questions, time limit, and whether the exam is linear or allows navigation/review. Confirm with the provider whether there are scheduled breaks and whether they count against your time.
Scoring and results information
Understand the pass mark and when results are released. Confirm with the provider how the score is reported (scaled score vs. percentage) and whether immediate provisional results are shown.
Rest and logistics plan
Plan sleep, meals, and travel so you arrive calm. For remote exams, tell household members not to disturb you and silence phones and notifications.
Plan the day
Re-read the official exam syllabus or content outline and list any weak topics. Do focused review of those topics and one or two timed practice sets, then stop adding new material. Confirm your appointment time, location or remote-setup link, and ID requirements with the provider.
Run the online proctoring system test if testing remotely and fix any issues. Pack your ID, confirmation, and permitted items. Confirm travel arrangements. Do light review only (key formulas, terminology, process steps) and aim for a full night's sleep. Avoid last-minute cramming of unfamiliar topics.
Eat a normal meal, hydrate, and arrive or log in early as instructed. Re-check that your desk is clear and your phone is silenced and put away. Take a few minutes to breathe and read the instructions carefully before starting.
Read each question fully and watch for qualifiers such as 'best', 'first', 'except', and 'not'. Answer easier questions first if navigation is allowed, flag uncertain ones, and return to them. Keep an eye on the clock and reserve time to review flagged items. If a technical problem occurs, pause and notify the proctor immediately rather than troubleshooting alone.
Rules to check
Bring the exact ID required by the provider; the name must match your registration. If you are unsure which ID is accepted, confirm with the provider before exam day.
Arrive or log in at the time instructed. Late arrival may result in being turned away or losing your fee; confirm the provider's late-arrival policy in advance.
Do not bring unauthorised materials (notes, phones, smart watches, extra screens) into the testing environment. Confirm with the provider what is permitted; unauthorised items may lead to invalidation.
Follow all proctor instructions. For remote exams, keep your face visible, stay in camera view, and do not leave the room except as allowed; confirm break rules with the provider.
Breaks, if any, are governed by the provider's rules. Confirm whether scheduled breaks are available, whether they count against your time, and what you may access during them.
Scoring and pass marks are set by the provider. Confirm the passing score, score reporting method, and retake policy rather than relying on second-hand information.
If you experience a technical failure or interruption, stop and contact the proctor or provider support immediately; do not attempt to fix the system yourself during the exam.
Maintain academic integrity: no communication with others, no copying, and no sharing of exam content. Suspected misconduct can lead to score cancellation; confirm the provider's misconduct policy.