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Various professional certification exams are provided through Testing Services at College of Western Idaho (CWI) for students and members of the community. Explore the information below to learn which certifications are offered and how to schedule your exam. 

  • Certiport

    Exam Scheduling for CWI STudents

    Current CWI students are allotted three exam vouchers with course fees. Students may request an additional voucher from their Instructor if more attempts are needed. Students must schedule their desired Certiport exam at least 24 hours in advance via RegisterBlast by selecting the following steps:

    • Step 1: Choose a location.
    • Step 2: Choose Class Exams.
    • Step 3: Choose Business.
    • Step 4: Choose your exam (MOS or QB and the voucher number).
    • Step 5: Complete remaining fields, select a date, and checkout.

    Please select accordingly, as each appointment uses one voucher. Call Testing Services within 12 hours of your appointment if you need to reschedule. Please have your Certiport account already created before your appointment and ensure you have entered your Student ID. An appointment is required for every exam attempt and voucher usage. CWI only offers the 2019 version of the exams. 

    Certiport Microsoft Office (MOS) Retake Policy

    • If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on an exam the first time, the candidate must wait 24 hours before retaking the exam.
    • If a candidate does not achieve a passing score the second time, the candidate must wait 48 hours before retaking the exam a third time.
    • A two-day waiting period will be imposed for each subsequent exam retake.
    • There is no annual limit on the number of attempts on the same exam.
    • If a candidate achieves a passing score on an MOS exam, the candidate may take it again.

    Certiport QuickBooks Retake Policy

    • If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on an exam the first time, the candidate must wait 1 business day (24 hours) before retaking the exam.
    • If a candidate does not achieve a passing score the second time, the candidate must wait 5 business days (120 hours) before retaking the exam a third time.
    • A five-day waiting period will be imposed for each subsequent exam retake.
    • There is no annual limit on the number of attempts on the same exam.
    • If a candidate achieves a passing score on an Intuit exam, the candidate may take it again.

    Non-CWI Students

    Testing Services only administers the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and QuickBooks (2017 Online) exams. 

    • Non-CWI students must first purchase their exam voucher from Certiport at least 24 hours before scheduling a testing appointment.
    • Exams must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance via RegisterBlast by selecting the following steps:
      • Step 1: Choose a location.
      • Step 2: Choose Certification Exams.
      • Step 3: Choose Certiport Certification Exam.
      • Step 4: Choose MOS/QB Non-CWI Student.

    CWI currently only offers the 2019 version of the MOS exams. Older versions are not available at our locations. Please bring your pre-purchased voucher code with you to your appointment or have it pre-loaded to your account. Each exam time will require a non-refundable proctoring fee of $25, payable during registration checkout. In the event that you do not pass the exam, if you purchased an "exam voucher with retake" from Certiport, a retake code will be emailed to you. You may re-take the exam after waiting 24 hours from the time your initial exam was first started. Retake vouchers must be used within 30 days of the failed exam.

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  • IDOPL (Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses)

    CWI proctors exams for the State of Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses in the following disciplines:

    • Drinking Water Professionals
    • Wastewater Professionals
    • Wastewater Treatment & Land Application

    In order to test, you must apply and be approved by the State. Your name must be received by CWI before you schedule your exam. You will be required to bring your original authorization letter with you to your appointment.

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  • PearsonVUE

    CWI is a PearsonVUE-Authorized Test Center. Please be aware that not all exams offered by PearsonVUE are available at our sites and may require the use of a PearsonVUE-Professional Test Center, depending on exam requirements.

    Each certification exam from PearsonVUE has different requirements. Please visit PearsonVUE and select For Test Takers for more information related to your specific exam, including which government issued identification is required on testing day.

    The name you used to register for your exam and the name on all forms of identification must match. If you have changed your name since registering for your exam, you will need to correct it with your exam sponsor or obtain new ID prior to testing.

    Unacceptable forms of ID (including but not limited to):

    • United States Passport Card
    • School ID
    • Work ID
    • Costco Membership Card
    • Library Card
    • Insurance Cards

    CWI staff cannot circumvent any ID policy for certification exams for any reason.

  • IDCNA Written Exam (Prometric)

    Testing Services administers the IDCNA (Idaho Certified Nurse Aide) written exam on behalf of Prometric.

    The Written (Knowledge) exam consists of 60 multiple-choice questions that test your overall knowledge of information required as a nurse aide caring for nursing home residents. You will have 90 minutes to complete the exam.

    • In order to take the Written portion of the exam, you must have passed the CNA Skills exam prior to registration. Additionally, you will be required to bring your skills completion form with you to your appointment to verify your completion date. All candidates are required to present a physical, government issued, current form of Identification. Sorry, we cannot accept expired ID's for this exam. 

    Prometric will send information on the candidate’s successful completion of the Nurse Aide Competency Examination to the state’s Nurse Aide Registry within two business days of the candidate passing the exam. All test candidates should be able to provide their Social Security Number on the day of their exam.

    Candidates may register for the exam using one of two options:

    Option 1: Self-Pay

    • Self-pay for the exam fees ($50) by using a credit card to schedule through our registration page:
    • Part of your payment will be used to reserve your testing appointment ($20)
    • The rest will be paid directly to Prometric at the time of your exam ($30)

    Option 2: Third Party Payment or Voucher

    If you are using Advanced Opportunity funds or a third party payment, please follow these steps to schedule your exam:

    In order to better assist our students and staff, testing dates for voucher exams will only be offered on Mondays in Nampa and Tuesdays in Boise. Please keep this in mind when scheduling your voucher exam.

    • Step 1: Complete the IDCNA Third Party Voucher form
    • Step 2: Navigate to: CWI.edu/exams or click the Schedule Your Exam button below. 
    • Step 3: Choose a location — Ada County Center Lynx Building or the Nampa Campus Micron Education Center.
    • Step 4: Choose Certification Exams, then Health Professions.
    • Step 5: Choose exam IDCNA Voucher*.
    • Step 6: Enter personal information and complete checkout.

    *Note: Candidates paying with Advanced Opportunity funds or through a third party, must complete the IDCNA Third Party Voucher form, or bring physical documentation with them to their appointment. Without proof of third party payment eligibility, you may be asked to reschedule or choose the self-pay option.

    If you have any questions about registration, please contact Testing Services.

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  • National Testing Network (NTN)

    Testing Services administers kiosk-based testing for the National Testing Network (NTN), but not written exams.

    Testers must register with and set up an appointment at least 24 hours ahead of time via NTN.

    Once an appointment is scheduled with NTN, the tester will arrive at their scheduled location and appointment time. Please be sure to bring a valid, government-issued ID that matches the exact name that the appointment has been registered under. 

  • Dental Assisting national Board (DANB)

    The Dental Assisting National Board exam (DANB) is a national certification for dental assistants. DANB offers a wide range of certification exams at the national and state level. CWI is currently offering the following exams through Testing Services:

    • CDA (Certified Dental Assistant Exam)
    • GC (General Chairside Assisting Exam)
    • ICE/GC (Infection Control and General Chairside Assisting Combination Exam)
    • RHS/GC (Radiation Health and Safety Exam and General Chairside Assisting Combination Exam)

    Register as soon as you can for the exam. Each student must register for the test first on the PearsonVUE website with our testing center. Each certification exam from PearsonVUE has different requirements. To sign up for a test and learn more about its requirements, please visit PearsonVUE DANB.

  • Prov Exams

    ProV uses specialized tools and assessments designed for unique entities worldwide. ProV offers certification and licensing for the following industries:

    • Cosmetology, Nail, Hair & Esthetician
    • Construction
    • Government
    • Education
    • Workforce Development
    • Finance & Securities
    • Insurance
    • Real Estate
    • Retail
    • Life Science
    • Military & Defense

    Once you schedule your exam with ProV, they will send us your test appointment. Please bring your valid (non-expired) government-issued photo ID with you on test day.

    To see if you qualify, please visit ProV.

  • Meazure Learning

    Meazure Learning provides testing and training design, development, and delivery services to certification and licensure organizations, corporations, educational institutions, government agencies, and trade and professional associations.

    For more information and to register for your exam visit Meazure Learning.

    Once you schedule your exam with Meazure, they will send us your test appointment. Please bring a valid, non-expired, government-issued photo ID with you on test day.

  • Metro Institute (Idaho Dept. of Agriculture)

    CWI Testing Services provides proctoring services for the Idaho Department of Agriculture (ISDA) through Metro institute. Metro Institute provides online computer-based testing services in Idaho for the Idaho State Department of Agriculture.

    In order to schedule your ISDA exam with CWI Testing Services, please use the Metro Institute website to schedule a computer based exam. You are required to bring a government-issued photo identification (must be original, unexpired, current photographic identification) with you on test day. After you schedule and pay for your exam, Metro will send your appointment to Testing Services and you will added to the test roster. If you have any questions about testing, please contact our team in Nampa: 208.562.2440 or Boise: 208.526.2542. 

  • PRAXIS I & II

    The Praxis tests measure the knowledge and skills you need to prepare for the classroom. Whether you are entering a teacher preparation program or seeking your certification, these tests will help you on your journey to become a qualified educator.

    Step 1: Create an ETS account online at ets.org/mypraxis.

    Step 2: On your account home page, select Register for a Test.

    Step 3: Choose the test you wish to take on the Search and Select Tests page.

    Step 4: On the Schedule Tests page, choose the date and time for your test. Follow the directions to continue your registration and pay for your test.

    Step 5: Print your admission ticket from your Praxis account and bring it with you to CWI Testing Services when it is time for your test appointment.

    For more information about the PRAXIS, please visit their website

  • ACT WorkKeys

    How ACT WorkKeys Assessments Can Work for You

    Whether you're thinking about the next phase of your education, launching a new career, or making a transition in your current job, the ACT® WorkKeys® assessment system can help. WorkKeys is a system of assessments and curriculum that build and measure essential workplace skills that can affect your job performance and increase opportunities for career changes and advancement.

    With ACT WorkKeys, you can:

    1. Register to take WorkKeys Assessments
    2. Prepare for WorkKeys Assessments
    3. Earn your National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
    4. Share your NCRC digital badge online


    National Career Readiness Certificate

    Individuals who successfully complete the three WorkKeys assessments—Applied MathGraphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents—earn the WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate® (WorkKeysNCRC®), a valuable credential for students and job seekers seeking to verify foundational workplace skills. ACT WorkKeys also offers additional assessments to measure interests, values, and behaviors that can lead to greater job satisfaction.

    If you have any questions about the Workeys assessments, please call our Ada Lynx at 208.562.2542 or Nampa Micron at 208.562.2440. If you are ready to schedule, please use the below link.

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