1. Join ICCP as a candidate member |
Follow the membership application procedure
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2. Certify |
Follow the Certifying procedures below
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3. Maintain Skills & Knowledge |
Understand the Credential Renewal and Certification Maintenance program
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4. Grow your Skills Portfolio |
Explore and access additional study materials and new examinations at low Certified Member cost to extend your portfolio of skills
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Process Steps
Application/Acceptance
Upon acceptance of a candidate’s application, the candidate will have 90 days to sit for the examination. A confirmation letter will be sent to the applicant with information on scheduling the examination.
Certifying
A. Preparing for a Examination
C. Schedule a date and time for the test with the ICCP Office
D. Receive a confirmation letter detailing date, time, and procedure for connecting with the online ICCP Proctor (examinations invigilator)
E. Verify computer resources: Web-camera, Internet service & microphone operating correctly.
F. Check that you possess two forms of Identification (one a government issued Photo-ID) - you and your the photo ID will be photographed during the testing session.
G. The Exam Proctor will start the test
H. Enter in your name and other information
I. Complete the Test and request the ICCP Proctor to score the examination (test score result available immediately) - this "unofficial" result may be printed to printer or onto the hard disk, as evidence of test completion and result.
J. Leave test center quietly, if more than one person taking the test.
K. Three weeks later the results will be mailed to your permanent address.
Note: Candidates must pay examination fees before taking an examination. Examinations may be taken as often as desired only with additional payment (discounted 10%) of an additional examination fee and a recommended thirty day wait period.
ICCP Core and Specialty examinations consist of 110 items delivered as a computer based test of 90 minutes duration.
Foundations examinations are 55 minutes in duration and Language examinations are 60 minutes in duration.
Time Extension Requests: Requests for extended time examinations must be made to the ICCP ahead of any examinations scheduled. Up to 30 minutes extra minutes may be allowed for candidates with English as a second language or other physical or medically necessitated needs.
Testing Options
On-line Remote Testing
For candidates with a webcam and audio capabilities, on-line remote testing is possible. This option is conducted using an on-line conferencing center and allows complete flexibility for testing on an 'as available' basis.
Testing Centers
Testing can be offered at a designated testing center as arranged by the ICCP.
Military Personnel
Military and civilian candidates who are connected with the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) program should apply to take the examination through the regular channels within their respective branch of service or directly with the ICCP if authorized to do so. The test control officer will provide information on locations, test center numbers, and financial arrangements.
Applicants with Disabilities
The ICCP ensures that no disabled individual is deprived of the opportunity to take the examination. Special testing arrangements may be made provided a request is submitted in writing at least sixty (60) days prior to the examination. A written description of the disability and verification from a licensed physician should be submitted with the application.
Testing Center Regulations and Proctor Guidance to insure uniform testing procedures:
- Submit Membership Application, plus resume, plus candidate membership fee.
- Receive Notification that your Membership Application has been accepted
Upon acceptance of a candidate’s application, the candidate will have 90 days to sit for the examination. A confirmation letter will be sent to the applicant with information on scheduling the examination.
Certifying
A. Preparing for a Examination
- Determine the best credential that suits your job, work experience and career goals.
- Assess your academic background, practical experience and suitability for a particular examination (or consult with one of the ICCP career guidance counselors / program advisers)
- Determine required examinations for that credential.
- Purchase study materials (ICCP's Official Examinations Guide(s); self study packages; sample examinations, or online courses)
- Study the materials and take the sample tests many times to achieve 80% plus on the samples
C. Schedule a date and time for the test with the ICCP Office
D. Receive a confirmation letter detailing date, time, and procedure for connecting with the online ICCP Proctor (examinations invigilator)
E. Verify computer resources: Web-camera, Internet service & microphone operating correctly.
F. Check that you possess two forms of Identification (one a government issued Photo-ID) - you and your the photo ID will be photographed during the testing session.
G. The Exam Proctor will start the test
H. Enter in your name and other information
I. Complete the Test and request the ICCP Proctor to score the examination (test score result available immediately) - this "unofficial" result may be printed to printer or onto the hard disk, as evidence of test completion and result.
J. Leave test center quietly, if more than one person taking the test.
K. Three weeks later the results will be mailed to your permanent address.
Note: Candidates must pay examination fees before taking an examination. Examinations may be taken as often as desired only with additional payment (discounted 10%) of an additional examination fee and a recommended thirty day wait period.
ICCP Core and Specialty examinations consist of 110 items delivered as a computer based test of 90 minutes duration.
Foundations examinations are 55 minutes in duration and Language examinations are 60 minutes in duration.
Time Extension Requests: Requests for extended time examinations must be made to the ICCP ahead of any examinations scheduled. Up to 30 minutes extra minutes may be allowed for candidates with English as a second language or other physical or medically necessitated needs.
Testing Options
On-line Remote Testing
For candidates with a webcam and audio capabilities, on-line remote testing is possible. This option is conducted using an on-line conferencing center and allows complete flexibility for testing on an 'as available' basis.
Testing Centers
Testing can be offered at a designated testing center as arranged by the ICCP.
Military Personnel
Military and civilian candidates who are connected with the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) program should apply to take the examination through the regular channels within their respective branch of service or directly with the ICCP if authorized to do so. The test control officer will provide information on locations, test center numbers, and financial arrangements.
Applicants with Disabilities
The ICCP ensures that no disabled individual is deprived of the opportunity to take the examination. Special testing arrangements may be made provided a request is submitted in writing at least sixty (60) days prior to the examination. A written description of the disability and verification from a licensed physician should be submitted with the application.
Testing Center Regulations and Proctor Guidance to insure uniform testing procedures:
- Each candidate must present two forms of identification, one must be a government issued photo-ID, in order to be admitted to the examination.
- Calculators cannot be used during the examination.
- No test materials, documents or memoranda of any sort are to be taken from the examination room.
- Any irregularities connected with the administration of the examination will be reported to the ICCP. Candidates suspected of giving or receiving assistance will be strictly observed with their names and ID numbers reported to the ICCP.
- The examination will be held only on the day and time scheduled.
- Visitors are not permitted in the examination room.
- Candidates should use their complete names (e.g. John Thomas James, Jr.) on the application and any correspondence concerning the examination.
- The test timer does not commence until all information forms have been verified as completed and the proctor gives the candidate permission to start the test.