Requesting Alternative Testing Arrangements
Alternative testing arrangements that are reasonable in the context of this licensing test and supported by documentation may be provided for
All timely and complete alternative testing arrangements requests and accompanying documentation are reviewed on a case-by-case basis upon receipt. In some cases, the submitted documentation may not be sufficient to make a determination regarding the requested alternative testing arrangement(s) or may not support the requested alternative testing arrangement(s). Additional information or diagnostic test results may be needed.
Please be aware that your request form and supporting documentation will be kept confidential to the extent required by law.
Some alternative testing arrangements may be provided at selected sites only.
Procedure for Requesting Alternative Testing Arrangements
Overview
- Review Required Documentation and collect any necessary documents.
- Register for the test. Be sure to declare your intent to request alternative testing arrangements during registration.
- Submit your completed Alternative Testing Arrangements Request Form and supporting documentation.
- Check your email for your notification of resolution (usually between 1–3 weeks after your completed request is received).
- Follow the instructions provided in your resolution email to schedule your appointment with any approved alternative testing arrangements.
Initial requests for alternative testing arrangements. In all cases, candidates requesting alternative testing arrangements must (a) complete a test registration and submit correct payment, (b) submit a completed Alternative Testing Arrangements Request Form, and (c) submit any required documentation. Write your name and telephone number on each piece of correspondence you provide.
Subsequent requests for alternative testing arrangements. An Alternative Testing Arrangements Request Form must be submitted each time you register. The first time that you request alternative testing arrangements, you will need to submit all of the required documentation to support your request for alternative testing arrangements. Evaluation Systems will keep your documentation on file for one year. If you register for subsequent test dates within that year, you only need to submit your completed registration, correct payment, and a completed Alternative Testing Arrangements Request Form, as long as your condition and the recommended alternative testing arrangements have not changed.
Notification of Resolution
Examinees who wish to request alternative testing arrangements should register as early as possible in advance of their desired test date. After registering, you must submit a completed Alternative Testing Arrangements Request Form and any required documentation as described on this website.
Most examinees will be contacted regarding the resolution of a request for alternative testing arrangements within three weeks after the request form and all required documentation have been received. When your request for alternative testing arrangements has been resolved, you will be contacted by email regarding the resolution and given important information about scheduling your test appointment.
You should wait to receive confirmation of your resolution before scheduling your test appointment. If you schedule your test appointment before receiving this confirmation, you will be required to cancel and reschedule it in order to ensure that your alternative testing arrangements will be appropriately applied. This could result in a delay of your desired test date.
Scheduling Your Test Appointment
Once your request for alternative testing arrangements has been resolved, you will be directed to sign in to your account for instructions on how to schedule your appointment with any approved accommodations. You may be instructed to schedule your appointment online or by telephone, as some accommodations require special arrangements for staff, space, and materials.
If you are instructed to schedule by telephone, you must identify yourself as a candidate who needs to schedule a testing appointment with accommodations. Failure to do so may result in an appointment that does not reflect any approved alternative testing arrangements.
You should be prepared to identify your preferred test date and test center. Please be aware that some alternative testing arrangements may require additional time prior to the date of your appointment to make the necessary arrangements. Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please schedule your appointment as soon as possible after your request has been resolved in order to allow time for such arrangements to be made and to avoid a potential delay in your test date.
If you intend to request alternative testing arrangements, please carefully review the information below before registering for your test.
Nursing mothers who need to make arrangements for bringing specialized equipment or storage materials should follow the Alternative Testing Arrangements process outlined below to ensure prior approval and the ability of a test center to meet your specific needs.
- Register for the test and be sure to declare your intent to request alternative testing arrangements during registration.
- Submit an Alternative Testing Arrangements Request Form and indicate the equipment that you anticipate bringing to the test center.
- If you have additional alternative-arrangement requests, include those requests on the same form.
- Check your email for your notification of resolution (usually between 1–3 weeks after your completed request is received).
- Follow the instructions provided in your resolution email to schedule your appointment with any approved alternative testing arrangements.
Please note that children will not be allowed in the testing center or into the secure testing room.
Requesting Additional Time
The test session is designed to allow sufficient time to complete the test. Examinees may find the allotted testing time to be more than enough to complete the test, even if they have needed extra time on other tests they have taken in the past.
For Examinees with Disabilities
If, however, you have a documented disability and you feel you need extra time for testing, you may submit a request for alternative testing arrangements when you register for the test (See "Requesting Alternative Testing Arrangements due to a Disability"). If you are requesting additional time, please note that time and a half is the typical time extension allowed. Include in your request the amount of additional time requested. Please note that all requests for additional time require supporting documentation. Testing must be completed within one test administration day and all requests for additional time are subject to approval.
For Individuals for Whom English Is Not a Primary Language
Individuals for whom English is not a primary language may request an extension of testing time, up to one-and-a-half times the standard test session length. Please note that testing must be completed within one test administration day and that all requests for additional time require appropriate documentation and are subject to approval.
To request additional time for this reason, you must
- complete your test registration; and
- submit a completed Alternative Testing Arrangements Request Form; and
- submit documentation that certifies that English is not your primary language. This documentation should be:
- a statement by an authorized representative of your institution of higher education (e.g., Bilingual Program Coordinator, Dean) who is able to certify that English is not your primary language;
- presented on official institution letterhead; and
- signed by the authorized individual, including his or her printed name and position;
OR
- (for individuals born outside of the United States, in a country where English is not the primary official language) a copy of your birth certificate or visa.
Accommodations for Nursing Mothers
Computer-Based Testing
Nursing mothers who need to make arrangements for bringing specialized equipment or storage materials should follow the Alternative Testing Arrangements process outlined below to ensure prior approval and the ability of a test center to meet your specific needs.
- Register for the test and be sure to declare your intent to request alternative testing arrangements during registration.
- Submit an Alternative Testing Arrangements Request Form and indicate the equipment that you anticipate bringing to the test center.
- If you have additional alternative-arrangement requests, include those requests on the same form.
- Check your email for your notification of resolution (usually between 1–3 weeks after your completed request is received).
- Follow the instructions provided in your resolution email to schedule your appointment with any approved alternative testing arrangements.
Please note that children will not be allowed in the testing center or into the secure testing room.
Online Proctoring
Nursing mothers who need to make arrangements for using specialized equipment or storage materials should follow the Alternative Testing Arrangements process outlined below to ensure prior approval.
- Register for the test and be sure to declare your intent to request alternative testing arrangements during registration.
- Submit an Alternative Testing Arrangements Request Form and indicate the equipment that you anticipate using.
- If you have additional alternative-arrangement requests, include those requests on the same form.
- Check your email for your notification of resolution (usually between 1–3 weeks after your completed request is received).
- Follow the instructions provided in your resolution email to schedule your appointment with any approved alternative testing arrangements.
Please note that children will not be allowed in the testing room.
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