Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates from Prometric Testing Centers

March 10, 2020

Updated March 10, 2021

PNCB is closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19). 

 

Information from Prometric Testing Centers:

•    PNCB exam candidates are in the essential workforce category.
•    Safe distancing procedures. Note that masks – medical or cloth – are required. 
•    Site openings and seat capacity status.
•    FAQs including expired ID policies and managing rescheduling.

Click here to reschedule your Prometric test center appointment. 

Beginning August 3, 2020, Prometric cancellation and rescheduling fees will be re-instated.

Please Note: Prometric continues to require everyone appearing at a Prometric testing center to wear an approved face covering for the duration of their time at the location, including test takers and test center staff. 

This provision will remain in force, even in jurisdictions that have recently adopted less rigorous COVID-19 policies. Individuals not in compliance with this policy will not be allowed to sit for their scheduled appointment.

This policy is in accordance with Prometric’s documented Safety Plan and the continuing guidance from leading public health officials including the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that wearing face coverings along with other precautions significantly reduces the risk of coronavirus transmission. This provision will remain in force even in jurisdictions that have recently adopted less rigorous COVID-19 policies. Individuals not in compliance with this policy will not be allowed to sit for their scheduled appointment.

Candidates who have their appointments canceled or rescheduled as a result of continued site closures or regional restrictions will not be penalized in this circumstance and are entitled to one free Prometric reschedule for their exam. 

Candidates who are unable to test due to COVID-19 illness or impact should follow Prometric's standard escalation procedure by using Prometric's Test Taker “Contact Us” form and choose "Request a Refund."

For additional information and updates, please visit Prometric’s website. PNCB will adjust current eligibilities to accommodate the current situation. Candidates with questions should contact PNCB at exam@pncb.org.

 

PNCB Services 

PNCB continues to work with its testing center vendor Prometric as current appointments are cancelled or rescheduled. 

  • Exam applications are being accepted and processed. 
  • Existing Exam Appointments: Please contact Prometric to schedule or reschedule your testing appointment. You may reach out to us at exam@pncb.org with any questions.

 

 

Previous updates on this page were provided: July 31, 2020; June 22, 2020; June 10, 2020; April 28, 2020; April 15, 2020; April 10, 2020; March 30, 2020; March 23, 2020; March 17, 2020; March 10, 2020

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