RFP Module 6 exam-day guide
RFP Module 6 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID in the name used on your registration. If your registration name differs from your ID (for example, a shortened first name), contact the provider before test day to correct it. Confirm with the provider which ID forms are accepted and whether a secondary ID is required.
Appointment confirmation and test-taker ID number
Have the confirmation email or your candidate ID number accessible. You may be asked for it at check-in, and it speeds up resolution if there is a scheduling discrepancy.
Know your delivery format (test center vs. online proctored)
Confirm whether you are sitting the exam at a physical test center or via remote proctoring, since the check-in steps, permitted items, and room requirements differ. Verify this in your appointment details rather than assuming.
Review the provider's candidate handbook and test-day rules
Read the current handbook or test-day FAQ for your specific exam. Policies on personal items, calculators, scratch paper, and breaks vary by provider and can change; the handbook is the authoritative source.
Confirm permitted aids (calculator, reference materials)
Check whether a basic calculator, formula sheet, or other aid is provided on-screen or must be supplied by you, and whether any are prohibited. Do not bring aids unless the provider explicitly permits them.
Plan your route and arrival time
For a test center, confirm the address, parking or transit options, and the arrival window stated in your appointment details. Arriving early reduces stress; arriving after the cutoff may forfeit your seat. Confirm the cutoff with the provider.
Prepare your testing environment (remote proctoring)
If testing online, use a private room with a clear desk, reliable internet, a working webcam and microphone, and no other people present. Run any required system check in advance. Confirm the provider's room and equipment rules.
Get a full night's sleep and eat beforehand
A practical, non-negotiable item: fatigue and hunger cost more points than last-minute cramming gains. Keep the morning routine simple and familiar.
Bring water and a light snack for after the exam
Test centers may restrict food and drink in the testing room, so plan to consume these before or after. Check the provider's policy on items allowed at your seat.
Leave valuables and unnecessary items at home
Most testing rooms prohibit phones, watches, bags, and notes, and storage may be limited. Bringing fewer items simplifies check-in and reduces the risk of a security violation.
Know the exam structure and scoring
Review the number of questions, time limit, and whether scoring is criterion-referenced or scaled. Knowing the format helps you pace and interpret your result. Confirm current details with the provider.
Have a backup plan for technology or transport failure
Save the provider's contact number, know their policy for technical issues or late arrival, and identify an alternative route or device. Ask the provider in advance how such situations are handled.
Plan the day
Stop learning new material. Spend the final days on consolidation: review your own summary notes, formula or definition lists, and previously missed practice questions. Take one timed practice set under exam-like conditions to check pacing, then review only the errors. Confirm your appointment details, ID requirements, and delivery format, and resolve any name or scheduling discrepancy with the provider now rather than on test day.
Do a logistics check: confirm the test center address or remote-proctoring setup, plan your route or test your equipment, and gather your ID and confirmation. Prepare clothes and any permitted items. If you are testing remotely, run the system check and clear your desk. Keep the evening calm and avoid heavy study.
Do a light review only: skim your summary sheets for 30 to 60 minutes, then stop. Set an alarm, charge your devices, and get to bed at a reasonable hour. Avoid alcohol and excessive caffeine. Reconfirm the arrival time and any check-in window. Do not start new topics, and do not attempt a full-length practice exam the night before.
Eat a normal breakfast, hydrate, and arrive with time to spare. Bring only what is permitted. At a test center, follow check-in instructions and store personal items as directed. If testing remotely, complete the room scan and identity checks early. Use the restroom before you begin. Avoid last-minute cramming in the waiting area, which tends to increase anxiety more than it helps.
Read each question fully before answering, and watch for qualifiers such as 'best', 'except', and 'most likely'. Answer every question; if unsure, eliminate clearly wrong options and choose the best remaining one, then flag it and move on. Keep an eye on the clock and pace yourself against the number of questions and remaining time. If a break is offered, take it only if permitted by the rules and use it to reset. If a technical problem occurs, stop and notify the proctor or support immediately rather than troubleshooting alone.
Note your result and, if provided, your score report. If you did not pass, review the score breakdown while it is fresh and plan your next attempt according to the provider's retake policy, which you should confirm directly. Keep your confirmation and score records for your files.
Rules to check
Bring valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID in the exact name on your registration. If the names do not match, contact the provider before test day; do not assume a correction can be made at check-in.
Follow all proctor instructions and the provider's prohibited-items list. Phones, smart watches, notes, and unauthorized aids are typically banned from the testing room; confirm the specific list with the provider.
Do not communicate with other test-takers during the exam, and do not attempt to copy, record, or share exam content. Content is confidential and sharing it can void your result.
Breaks are governed by the provider's policy and may be scheduled or unscheduled, with or without stopping the clock. Confirm the break rules in advance rather than assuming you can pause at will.
Scoring, passing standards, and any scaled-score reporting are set by the provider. Check the current handbook for how your result is calculated and reported; do not rely on secondhand claims about the passing score.
If you experience a technical failure or a disruption during the exam, notify the proctor or support immediately and follow their instructions. Ask the provider in advance how such incidents are documented and resolved.
Arrive within the provider's stated check-in window. Arriving late may result in being turned away or losing your fee; confirm the cutoff and any exception process with the provider.
Retake and rescheduling policies, including waiting periods and fees, are set by the provider. Confirm the current terms before you rely on them.