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Exam day online

Prepares candidates for the procedures and expectations on exam day for the NNAAP Online Examination in District of Columbia

Taking Your Exam Online

You can take your Written/Oral exam from home or work through Credentia Online proctoring. A live proctor (someone who supervises the test) will securely monitor you through the webcam on your workstation. Online exams also offer you more scheduling flexibility than test center exams to fit with your schedule.

Visit https://www.credentia.com/online-exams/ for information on what to expect and how to best prepare for your Online exam.

Requirements for Online Exam

  • The right computer – a desktop, laptop, or Chrome book with a single monitor (no smartphones or tablets). 
  • A private room – if you do not have access to a private room, check with your training program or local library for availability. 
  • A mobile device – the proctor will need to see all around your exam area with a 360-degree room scan. Use a smartphone or tablet (Apple or Android) that can do this using our free app.

Prerequisite

Perform the below steps before your online exam:

  • Run a system test – Conduct the required system test and exam simulation before exam day. Visit www.credentia.com/online-exams and select “Run System Test.
  • Find your testing space – a quiet area in your home or office to take your exam.

Other Required Items

  • Analog watch with a sweeping seconds hand (not a digital or Smartwatch). 
  • Non-skid footwear. 
  • Dress professionally, uniform preferred.

No other materials will be allowed. You must have the above items with you on the day of testing. If you do not bring the above items with you on the day of testing, you will not be allowed to test, and your examination fee will not be returned. 

Abandoned Application: If you no show for two successive examinations, your application to test will be cancelled and you will need to apply again for both through the Credentia Platform at https://www.credentia.com/test-takers/dc/ and the District of Columbia Board of Nursing - before you can be approved to test again.

ID Card Requirement

You are required to have two (2) forms of official ID with a signature (one must be a photo identification). 

Note: Photocopies of identification will not be accepted.

Use any of the identification listed below:

  • Driver’s license 
  • Social Security card 
  • Clinic card 
  • Credit card
  • Library card 
  • State-issued identification card
  • Passport
  • Alien registration card 

The name on your identification must be the same as the name you used on the application to register for the examination. If you do not bring proper identification, you will not be allowed to test, and your examination fee will not be refunded. If you no show for two examinations, your application to test will be removed and you will need to re-apply.

Note: If you cannot take the test because of no show ID card, it still counts as one of your three chances to take the exam because you were not prepared — please have the correct forms of identification.

Things to Do on Your Online Written Exam Day

STEP 1: Prepare your testing space

  • Verify there is no background noise and tell members of your household you are taking your test.
  • Verify proctors can see you and your testing space well.
  • Verify no one else is in the room.
  • Remove prohibited items.
  • Restroom/Beverages: Use restroom and prepare beverages before exam.

STEP 2: Have your ID ready

  • Have your valid and unexpired ID with you (see ID requirement for additional information).

STEP 3: Prepare your computer

  • Disconnect any additional monitors and close all other open applications.
  • Have your chargers (laptop, smart phone or tablet) plugged in or nearby.
  • Use a wired internet connection rather than Wi-Fi.
  • If you are using Wi-Fi, we recommend at least 3Mbps.
  • Disconnect any VPNs or firewalls.

STEP 4: Download the Exam Room 360 app 

  • Download the Exam Room 360 app to your smartphone or tablet and have your Credentia login credentials available (the username and password for your Credentia account). This app is required to complete a 360-degree room scan.

STEP 5: Check in for your exam

  • You can begin to check in up to 30 minutes before your appointment. Your onboarding agent will make sure everything is ready for your exam before introducing your proctor (the test supervisor).
  • How to check in: 
  1. Visit to https://www.credentia.com/test-takers/dc/
  2. Click the Credentia login button.
  3. Once logged in, find your scheduled exam and click the Start Exam button.
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