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Before you take your state exam, you need to prepare yourself not only in terms of studying the material, but also in terms of becoming familiar with test-taking procedures and environment.
A Candidate Handbook or License Information Bulletin for your state provides invaluable information about specific testing procedures, including how to schedule or reschedule your examination, the types of identification you will need, how early to arrive at the testing center, and what you will not be allowed to bring into the testing center. Reading this is an integral part of preparing for your examination. That information may be found on the website of the testing provider in your state or through the insurance department.
Here are more things to know about the testing procedure:
About the Exam
The exam may include questions on any of the topics covered in your study material.
The exam will test your basic knowledge and understanding of the material pertaining to general insurance and state laws.
Exam questions are fair and straightforward; they are not trying to trick you. Read questions carefully without reading too much into them.
Review the Candidate Handbook or License Information bulletin, or call the testing center to verify specific information about your exam (you may need to bring your certificate of completion and several forms of identification to the testing center to be admitted for your state exam).
At the Testing Center
Arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled exam time.
Leave your belongings in the car. You will not be allowed any study materials or personal items, such as cell phones, purses, or watches into the examination site. Most testing centers provide lockers.
Remember, you are not allowed any food, drinks or gum.
Check in at the front desk.
Get comfortable at the desk; adjust the seat and computer monitor as needed.
Before a computer-based exam begins, you will get the opportunity to go through a tutorial to help you learn the specific system used for the test. Take the time to learn how to mark and review answers.
Tune out the rest of the world. Other test takers may come in and leave while you are still working on your exam. Remain focused on what you are doing and do not get distracted by others around you.
Taking the Test
Most testing centers will provide candidates with scratch paper and a pencil or a dry-erase tablet and markers.
During the test, make notes on more challenging questions to remember what to double check during the review.
During the review, pay special attention to questions you marked, and re-read the rest of the questions to make sure you didn't overlook a familiar concept or a term that changes what the question is asking.