The NEBB Professional 2026 - Quarter 3

Common Questions About NEBB Exams

By Keiry Salgado

• Can I take the exam internationally?

Preparing to take a NEBB exam? Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about exams. • How do I take the exam once I’m an approved candidate? Once you are ready to test, email candidacy@nebb.org to request an exam invoice. The exam invoice is separate from the candidacy ap plication fee. You will receive the exam invoice through your Certelligence account. Your exam fee must be re ceived before you can schedule your exam.

Yes. Written exams can be taken at Prometric testing centers , which are available in locations around the world. However, if your certification requires a practical exam, these can only be completed at designated locations in the United States. Practical exam requirements and locations vary by discipline: TAB CP Practical: These practical exams must be scheduled directly with a NEBB chapter. You can find a chapter using the NEBB Chapter Directory. Some chapters also post practical exam appointment avail ability on the NEBB Events Calendar. CPT CP/BET CP/FHT CP/ SV CT & CP Practical: These practical exams are offered only following a seminar. You do not have to attend the seminar to reg ister for the practical exam. • Where can I take the practical exam?

• Can I take the exam remotely?

No. Written exams must be taken either at an ap proved testing center or following a seminar.

• Can I take the exam using metric units?

Metric exam options are available only for CPT CT, TAB CT, and TAB CP. All other disciplines offer exams only in imperial units.

• If I fail an exam, can I retest immediately?

• Where can I find the closest testing center?

No. Candidates who do not pass an exam must wait 90 days before they are eligible to retest.

You can use the IQT Testing - Exam Registration Organization and Exam Selection (smttest.com) to find a testing center near you. Please note that this link is for locating a testing center only. Do not use it to schedule your NEBB exam.

• How much are the exam fees?

Exam fees are listed on the first page of each candidacy application . The application identifies the required exams for each discipline and provides the applicable fees.

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The NEBB Professional | Quarter 3 | 2026