LICM exam-day guide
LICM · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID in the name used on your registration. Confirm with the provider which forms are accepted and whether a secondary ID is required; policies vary by test center and delivery mode.
Appointment confirmation and test-center address
Print or save the confirmation email with your appointment time, confirmation number, and exact address. If testing remotely, confirm the proctor platform link and any required system check. Confirm arrival time and late-arrival policy with the provider.
Know your exam code and eligibility
Verify the exact exam code (LICM) and that your eligibility/authorization is active before exam day. If your authorization window or eligibility ID is unclear, confirm with the provider.
Review the current candidate handbook
Download the latest handbook from the provider's site. It is the authoritative source for allowed aids, scoring, and rescheduling. Do not rely on third-party summaries for policy details.
Confirm allowed reference materials
Some exams permit a printed statute book, formula sheet, or on-screen reference. Confirm with the provider exactly what is allowed and whether you must supply it yourself; do not bring unauthorized materials.
Calculator policy
Confirm with the provider whether a calculator is provided on-screen, permitted, or prohibited, and which models are allowed. Do not assume a personal calculator is permitted.
Personal items plan
Plan for keys, phone, wallet, and watch to be stored in a locker or left outside the testing room. Most centers prohibit phones and smart watches in the testing area; confirm the specific policy with the provider.
Remote-testing environment check (if applicable)
If testing online, confirm room requirements, camera and microphone function, desk clearance, and internet stability. Run the provider's system test at least 24 hours ahead. Confirm with the provider whether a wired connection or backup is required.
Break and timing plan
Confirm the number and length of breaks and whether the clock stops during breaks. Plan hydration and snacks around the stated policy; break rules differ between in-person and remote delivery.
Scoring and results expectations
Know the passing standard and when results are released. If the score report format or timing is not stated in the handbook, confirm with the provider.
Rescheduling and emergency contacts
Save the provider's contact number and note the rescheduling deadline and fees. Confirm with the provider what to do if you are ill or cannot attend.
Logistics: travel, sleep, and arrival buffer
Plan to arrive with a buffer before your appointment, check parking or transit, and protect sleep in the final 48 hours. Confirm the recommended arrival time with the provider.
Plan the day
Re-read the candidate handbook sections on allowed aids, ID, breaks, and scoring. Confirm your appointment time, location or remote link, and eligibility status. If anything is ambiguous, contact the provider now rather than on exam day.
Do a final content pass focused on high-yield, frequently tested topics and your own error log. Stop learning brand-new material; consolidate what you already know.
Take one timed practice set under exam-like conditions, then review only the explanations for missed items. Keep the review short and stop early enough to rest.
Pack your ID, confirmation, and any provider-approved materials. For remote testing, run the system and equipment check and clear your desk. Confirm travel or login logistics and set two alarms.
Avoid cramming late into the night. Light review of summaries only, then a normal evening and a full night's sleep. Confirm with the provider if you have any doubt about what to bring.
Eat a normal meal, arrive early or log in ahead of the check-in window, and bring only approved items. Leave phones and smart watches stored as instructed. Re-read the check-in instructions once.
Read each question fully, watch for qualifiers such as 'best', 'except', and 'most likely', and answer every item since there is typically no penalty for guessing. Flag uncertain items and return to them if time allows.
Pace yourself against the number of questions and remaining time; do not spend too long on one item. Use breaks only as permitted and return within the stated time. If a technical issue occurs during remote testing, notify the proctor immediately.
Rules to check
Bring the original, unexpired government-issued photo ID in the name on your registration. If you are unsure which IDs are accepted, confirm with the provider before exam day.
Do not bring unauthorized materials into the testing area, including notes, phones, smart watches, and personal calculators unless explicitly permitted. Confirm the allowed-aids list with the provider.
Follow all proctor instructions and testing-room conduct rules. Suspected misconduct can lead to score cancellation or other consequences under the provider's policy.
Breaks are taken only as stated by the provider; the clock may or may not stop. Confirm the break policy with the provider and return on time.
Scoring and the passing standard are set by the provider. Do not assume a particular scale or pass mark; check the current handbook or confirm with the provider.
If you test remotely, keep your room clear, remain on camera, and avoid any behavior the proctor could interpret as unauthorized assistance.
If you are ill or cannot attend, contact the provider as soon as possible about rescheduling. Fees and deadlines vary, so confirm the policy with the provider.