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Getting Ready for Your Exam

Preparing for your exam can be challenging, even if it's not your first time! Here are some of our best tips to help you do your best.


Build a Study Strategy

Mike Bronzino, Managing Director of Assessments, has earned his CPCU, ARM, AIM, ARe, and AMIM designations — that's more than 25 Institutes exams completed!

He has a few tips to help you get exam-ready...

  • Focus on the educational objectives
  • Apply your study knowledge to everyday activities
  • Set a study schedule and test early

Study Tips: Build Confidence, Stay on Track



Study Tips From a Working Parent

Learn the study tips that Beth Illian, CPCU, AINS, AIS used to stay on track with her Institutes courses and prepare to pass her exams.

  • Create a (flexible) study schedule
  • Follow a study routine
  • Use your study resources

Leverage Study Materials

Our exam prep materials are designed to help you take your exam with confidence. Your course package includes:

  • A simulated exam proven to increase your chances of passing. Simulated exams can only be taken once.
  • The QuizMe app so you can take practice quizzes to reinforce key concepts whenever works best for you.
  • Interactive, online learning activities you can access anytime, anywhere.
  • Full-length practice exams that help you focus and maximize your study time.
  • A printable workbook that highlights key points and breaks down complex concepts. (CPCU and AINS only)

Testing Tips: Final Steps for a Good Exam Day


Have Questions About Virtual Proctoring?

Check out our list of frequently asked questions about virtual exam proctoring and how it works.

On Exam Day

You can complete your virtual exam anytime, from any location. Log in at least 15 minutes before your scheduled exam to make sure your internet connection, computer, and camera are working properly. Then, here’s how to get started:

  • Log in to your Institutes account, click on My Courses, then find and launch your exam.
  • Complete the Exam Administration Affidavit and Agreement, agreeing to The Institutes’ Code of Academic and Professional Integrity and The Institutes Rules of Conduct.
  • You’ll be guided to the proctoring screen to set up your device. Learn more about how proctoring works.
  • The timer starts when you Open Exam; it cannot be paused. You have one attempt and 65 minutes to complete 50 questions.
  • You need to score 70% to pass your exam. You will find out if you passed as soon as you submit, and your student record will update within 48 hours.  

Not Ready to Test?

If you are not ready to test, you can transfer your exam online (fee applies). If you don't pass your exam, you can retake it once in the same testing window and save $80 on your exam fee.