RFP Module 2 exam-day guide
RFP Module 2 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID with a signature and photo that matches the name on your registration. Confirm with the provider which ID types it accepts and whether a secondary ID is required; do not rely on a photocopy or a digital ID on your phone.
Exam appointment confirmation
Save the confirmation email or booking reference offline (screenshot or printed copy) so you can produce it at check-in even if the venue's network or your phone fails.
Know your test-delivery mode
Confirm in advance whether you sit the exam at a test centre or by remote proctoring, and whether the provider allows rescheduling and how far ahead. Policies differ, so verify rather than assume.
Allowed reference materials
RFP-style exams sometimes permit a designated formula sheet, calculator, or reference table. Check the current candidate handbook for exactly what is supplied versus what you must bring. If the handbook is silent, treat the item as prohibited and confirm with the provider.
Calculator policy
If a calculator is permitted, confirm the approved model or whether an on-screen calculator is built into the testing software. Many providers ban programmable or graphing calculators and require them to be cleared or provided at the centre.
Personal items plan
Expect phones, smartwatches, notes, and bags to be stored or prohibited at the desk. Plan to leave valuables at home or in your car, since many centres do not secure personal belongings.
Rest and logistics the night before
Confirm the venue address, parking or transit route, and arrival buffer. Aim to arrive with time to spare for security screening and identity checks rather than cutting it close.
Scratch paper and writing tools
Many providers supply scratch paper and a pen or marker and forbid bringing your own. Confirm the rule for your delivery mode before assuming you can bring a notebook or pen.
Water, snack, and medication
If you need medication or a snack for a scheduled break, check the provider's access policy in advance. Items may need to be declared at check-in and kept in a designated area.
Accessibility or accommodation request
If you need extra time, a separate room, or another accommodation, confirm the approval and how it appears on your booking. Requests are usually time-limited, so verify status before exam day.
Scoring and results expectations
Know whether results are shown on screen at the end or released later, and what the pass standard is. Confirm these details with the provider, since they vary by program and version.
Backup plan for remote delivery (needs_review)
For remote proctoring, confirm the required browser, webcam, microphone, and system check, plus the provider's rules on room scans and permitted desk items. Exact technical requirements change, so verify against the current handbook.
Plan the day
Re-read the current candidate handbook and confirm the logistics: date, time, delivery mode, venue or remote setup, ID requirements, and permitted items. Resolve any open questions with the provider now, while there is still time to act.
Do a final content review focused on your weak areas rather than re-reading everything. Work a handful of practice items under timed conditions to check pacing, then stop adding new material.
If you are testing remotely, run the provider's system check and test your webcam, microphone, and internet connection. If you are testing at a centre, confirm the route, parking, and expected travel time.
Lay out your ID, confirmation, and any permitted items in one place. Charge devices and set two alarms. Avoid last-minute cramming that trades sleep for marginal recall.
Confirm the appointment has not changed by checking your booking and email. Note the provider's contact number in case of a problem on the day.
Eat a normal meal, hydrate, and protect your sleep. Fatigue costs more on a multi-hour exam than one extra hour of review gains.
Eat a proper meal, arrive early, and bring only what the provider allows. Leave phones and smartwatches stowed per the centre's instructions.
Do a short, light warm-up such as reviewing a one-page summary of key formulas or definitions. Keep it brief and stop well before the start time.
Read the instructions and any tutorial screens carefully before the clock starts, and confirm how to flag, review, and change answers in the testing software.
Work at a steady pace and watch the time remaining. If a question stalls you, flag it, make your best choice, and move on; return to flagged items if time permits.
Use breaks only as the provider permits. If you leave the room, know whether the clock keeps running and whether you must sign out and back in.
Before submitting, check for unanswered questions and review flagged items. Confirm the submission step, since some platforms require an explicit final confirmation.
Rules to check
Bring the original government-issued photo ID that matches your registered name. Expired, photocopied, or digital IDs are commonly rejected; confirm the accepted forms with the provider before exam day.
Follow the provider's rules on personal items. Phones, smartwatches, notes, and bags are typically prohibited at the desk and may need to be stored or left outside the room.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the exam, and do not attempt to copy, photograph, or share exam content. Content is usually protected by a confidentiality agreement you accept at check-in.
Use only permitted reference materials and calculators. If you are unsure whether something is allowed, leave it out and confirm with the provider rather than risk a conduct violation.
Breaks are governed by the provider's policy. Confirm in advance whether breaks are scheduled, whether the clock runs during them, and what sign-out procedure applies.
Scoring and pass standards are set by the provider and may be reported on screen or later. Confirm the reporting timeline and what your score report will show rather than assuming an instant result.
If a technical problem or interruption occurs, stop and notify the proctor or support line immediately and note the time. Do not attempt to fix the testing software yourself unless instructed.
Arrive early enough to complete identity checks and screening. Late arrival may forfeit your seat or fee depending on the provider's policy, so confirm the cutoff with them.