Authorization To Test (ATT)

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Do not bring any study materials into the testing center, such as study guides, reference books, or notes. Doing so is considered misconduct, and the Testing Center Administrator may report you for misconduct.

You are not allowed to take anything into the testing room, including, but not limited to, the following items:

  • Electronic devices such as cell phones, smartphones, pagers, and recording devices
  • Cameras
  • Briefcases or backpacks
  • Computers or computer bags
  • Handbags/purses, wallets
  • Digital watches
  • Books
  • Notepaper
  • Outerwear (coats, hats, sweatshirts)
  • Food and beverages (only water in a clear container is permissible)
  • Facial tissue
  • Pocket contents

Small lockers are provided for purses, wallets, keys, cell phones, pagers, etc. The lockers are not large enough to accommodate briefcases, backpacks, laptops, or large purses and bags. Do not bring large items to the testing center. Testing center staff will not take responsibility for these items. You will be asked to remove large items from the testing center.

Withdrawal from Exam - Two Options

Option 1: You can move your application to the next testing window. Candidates can move their exam application no more than two (2) times. Candidates must sit for the exam within one (1) year. There is no fee. To do this, please follow the "To Make an Appointment" steps above. After you have canceled your appointment, please contact the NBCSN office at info@NBCSN.org, or call us at 833.276.0986.

Option 2: Withdrawal from the exam

  1. If it is no more than 24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment or the end of the testing window, you may withdraw your test appointment for a $75 fee. To do so, you must complete two steps:   
    1. Contact PSI and cancel your original appointment.
    2. Withdraw your application by logging into your NBCSN account and completing the withdrawal request. $75 of your exam fee is non-refundable.
  2. If you are less than 24 hours prior to the end of your testing window or test date, you are unable to withdraw. You must appear and sit for the exam or all fees will be forfeited.

Remote Proctoring

**If you are considering Remote Proctoring for your NCSN exam, please see: https://nbcsn.org/certification/remote-proctoring

Exam Application Transfer Policy- Requests must be received in writing.  Please email info@nbcsn.org

Transfer Eligibility and Timing

  • Candidates are permitted one (1) transfer from their originally scheduled exam cycle to another exam cycle within two (2) exam cycles at no cost, provided the exam vendor is notified within the vendor’s published deadlines.
  • All transfers must occur within two (2) exam cycles of the candidate’s original exam window. Transfers beyond two exam cycles are not permitted.

Transfer Limits and Fees

  • First transfer: No transfer fee
  • Second transfer: $50 transfer fee
  • Third transfer: Not permitted. Candidates must submit a new exam application and pay the full application fee. Any previously paid exam fees will be forfeited to NBCSN.

Candidate Responsibilities

  • Candidates are responsible for cancelling or rescheduling their exam appointment directly with the exam vendor, in accordance with the vendor’s policies and deadlines.
  • Failure to cancel or reschedule appropriately may result in additional vendor fees or forfeiture of exam fees.

Extenuating Circumstances
This policy does not apply in cases of documented extenuating circumstances, including but not limited to hospitalization, death of an immediate family member, natural disasters, or other extraordinary events as determined by NBCSN. Requests for exceptions must be submitted in writing with appropriate documentation and are subject to review and approval by NBCSN.
 

ADA Accommodations Request

Candidates requesting ADA accommodations will find a designated button within the application prior to submission.

If you did not select this option and require accommodations, please do not schedule your exam. Instead, contact NBCSN at info@nbcsn.org to submit your request. Be sure to include documentation from your medical provider supporting your need for accommodations.

Once your request has been reviewed, you will be notified via email regarding the status. If approved, a member of PSI’s Accommodations Team will contact you directly to assist with scheduling your exam.
 


On the day of your exam

Arrive at the testing center at least 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete the required admission procedures. 

You must bring one current form of identification with you to be admitted to the test center. Your ID must be government-issued and have your picture and signature. Examples of acceptable IDs with a photograph are:

  • Driver’s license - Must be current
  • Passport
  • Military ID (if it has your signature)

IMPORTANT: The first and last name on this Authorization To Test email must match the name on your government-issued photo ID. If the names do not match, DO NOT SCHEDULE YOUR EXAM - please contact NBCSN immediately at 833-276-0986. Exam security operates similarly to TSA - if your ID does not match the name they have on record, you will not be allowed to test, and you will forfeit your exam fee.  Yes, this information was listed above and is being repeated. As we cannot stress this enough, the name on your NBCSN profile must match your government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport, or military ID). Middle names are the only exception.

If the Testing Center Administrator questions the ID presented, you may be asked for additional proof of identity. PSI has the right to refuse access to an examination if the testing center staff believes you have not proven your identity. Admittance to the test center and examination does not imply that your identification is valid or that your scores will be reported.