Exam Day Online Exam

Examination Day Online

This section prepares you for the North Carolina Medication Aide Examination for Nursing Homes.

Credentia will use a live proctor to monitor you through the examination process. The proctor will supervise the exam via a webcam on your workstation. A proctor is someone who oversees the examination.

What You Will Need:

1. The Right Computer:
   • A desktop, laptop, or Chromebook with a single monitor (no smartphones or tablets).
   • A webcam must be available.
2. A Private Room:
   • Ensure you have access to a private room. If you don’t, check with your training program or local library for availability.
3. A Mobile Device:
   • The live proctor will ask you to complete a 360-degree room scan using a smartphone or tablet (Apple or Android).
   • You are required to download the ExamRoom AI free app.
4. Proper Identifications:
   • Ensure you have your two forms of identification ready.

Before Examination Day:

1. Perform a System Test:
   • Make sure to do the required system test and examination simulation before exam day.
     Visit http://www.credentia.com/online-exams and click the “Run System Test” button.
2. Find Your Testing Space:
   • Choose a quiet, distraction-free area in your home or office to take the examination.
3. Get Your Proper Identifications Ready:
   • Ensure both required forms of identification are on hand.

On Examination Day:

STEP 1: Prepare Your Testing Space

• Quiet: Ensure there is no background noise.
• Lighting: The proctors must be able to clearly see you and your testing space.
• Privacy: No one else should be in the room.
• Clear Workstation: Remove any prohibited items to expedite the room scan.
• Restroom/Beverages: Use the restroom and prepare any beverages before the examination.

STEP 2: Have Your Two (2) Forms of Identifications Ready

STEP 3: Prepare Your Computer

• Disconnect any additional monitors and close all other open applications.
• Have your chargers (laptop, smartphone, or tablet) plugged in or nearby.
• Use a wired internet connection rather than Wi-Fi, if possible.
• If using Wi-Fi, we recommend at least 3Mbps and ask that no one else in your household uses the internet during your examination.
• Disconnect any VPNs or firewalls if you have them.

STEP 4: Download the ExamRoom AI 360 App

• Download the ExamRoom AI 360 app on your smartphone or tablet. This app is required to complete the 360-degree room scan. 
• Have your Credentia Platform login credentials available (username and password for your Credentia Platform account). 

STEP 5: Check in for Your Examination

• You can check in up to 30 minutes before your scheduled examination time.
• Your onboarding agent will ensure everything is ready for your exam before introducing your live proctor (test supervisor).

How to Check In:

1. Go to https://credentia.com/test-takers/ncma/ 
2. Click the Login button.
3. Once logged in, find your scheduled examination, and select the Start Exam button.

Important Reminder:

• If you arrive late or  fail to attend your scheduled examination, you will be responsible for the full test fee..

Examination fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.