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IMPORTANT NOTICE
Initial registration begins with VDACS, click here -> to register for your online exam.
Before taking the exam, please be sure you have read and understood the technology requirements. Failure to follow the guidelines may result in retaking the exam and payment of any associated fees.
- Use a traditional desktop or laptop. You cannot take the exams from mobile devices (e.g., Chromebook, iPhone, iPad, Android device, etc.).
- Check to be sure your computer operating software is up to date. Your operating system must be updated and at minimum: Windows 10+ or MacOS 10.15+.
- You will need to have Internet Speed Upload: 1 Mbps and Download: 2 Mbps. Tethering, VPNs, or Hotspots are not suggested.
- You need a working webcam and microphone.
- You can only use ONE monitor; dual monitors are not allowed.
- You will need administrative rights to your computer to download the proctoring tool.
- Use an updated version of Google Chrome or Edge.
- Shut down your computer and restart before entering the exam and DO NOT OPEN OTHER APPLICATIONS on your computer other than this exam.