How to Register for an Exam

You can register for an exam at any time by purchasing an exam seat for an upcoming testing window through your Institutes account.

Before You Start

• You’ll need an active Institutes account. Create one here if you haven’t already.
• Know which exam you need to take. If you’re unsure, see What Course Should I Start With?
• Have a payment method ready (credit card, corporate billing account, or prepaid agreement code). If using a corporate billing account, get the account number from your manager or HR before starting.

Steps

1. Log in to your account at TheInstitutes.org.
2. Go to My Courses & Exams, or navigate to your designation program page.
3. Select the exam you want to register for.
4. Choose your preferred testing window (four per year — see below).
5. Complete your purchase through checkout.

You’ll see the exam in your My Courses & Exams dashboard once registration is confirmed.

Testing Windows

The Institutes offer four exam testing windows per year:

You can take your exam at any time during your registered window — day or night — up until 11:59 p.m. ET on the final day. No appointment or scheduling is needed.

Good to Know

• Exam limit: You may register for up to 4 unique exams per testing window.
• Not ready? You can transfer to a later window for a fee. See Understanding Exam Transfers & Study Materials.
• Missed your window? If you don’t test by the window’s end date, your exam registration is forfeited and you’ll need to register and pay again.
• Exam format: 50 multiple-choice questions, 65 minutes, passing score of 70%. Results appear immediately as pass/non-pass; official records update within 48 hours.