Exam Day
Today is your opportunity to prove that you have what it takes to build computers; install and configure operating systems; and upgrade, troubleshoot, and maintain computers and mobile devices. Just 90 minutes and up to 90 questions for each of the exams stand between you and your A+ certification. Use the following information to focus on the process details for the day of your A+ exams.
What You Need for the Exam
Write the exam location, date, and time and the exam center phone number on the lines that follow:
Location: _____________________________________________________
Date: ________________________________________________________
Exam Time (arrive early): ________________________________________
Exam Center Phone Number: _____________________________________
Remember the following items on exam day:
You must have two forms of identification, at least one of which must include a photo and signature, such as a driver’s license, passport, or military identification. In addition, the test center admission process requires the capture of a digital photo and digital signature.
Leave all electronic devices such as computers and tablets at home.
The testing center will store any personal items while you take the exam, including smartphones and smartwatches. It is best to bring only what you will need.
The test proctor will take you through the agreement and set up your testing station after you have signed the agreement.
The test proctor will give you a sheet of scratch paper or a dry erase pad. Do not take these out of the room.
You will be monitored during the entire exam.
What You Should Receive After Completion
When you complete each exam, you will see an immediate electronic response as to whether you passed or failed. The proctor will give you a certified score report with the following important information:
Your score report, including the minimum passing score and your score on the exam.
The report also will include a breakout displaying your percentage for each general exam topic.
Identification information that you will need to track your certification. Do not lose your certified examination score report.
Summary
Your state of mind is a key factor in your success on the A+ exams. If you know the details of the exam topics and the details of the exam process, you can begin the exam with confidence and focus. Arrive early to the exam. Bring earplugs on the off chance that a testing neighbor has a bad cough or any loud nervous habits. Do not let an extremely difficult or specific question impede your progress. You have the opportunity to mark items and return to them later. Answer each question confidently and move on.
One suggestion is to read the questions out loud to yourself in a very low voice. It will slow you down enough to make certain you do not miss any of those small words that can trip you up, such as if, but, only, or and. Sometimes the answer seems obvious and you’ll want to rush through it because of the time crunch. Force yourself to slow down and not rush through the parts you know.