Apply to Take the CDCES Exam
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Exam applications are taken on a year-round basis but don't apply until you’re ready to take the test. You’ll have to take the exam no later than 90 days from the date your application is approved. Are you ready to apply? Click the "Apply for the Examination" button below.
IMPORTANT TESTING SITE INFORMATION
For those individuals currently scheduled, we encourage candidates to check their emails and voice mails often in order to review communications regarding last-minute updates regarding their scheduled test date. If you have questions on your testing date or site, please contact PSI at 833-333-4754. PSI customer service is available Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday; and 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday (all times Central Time). Peak times are during the lunch time and at end of day. Please note that there may be higher than normal response times and thank you for your patience and understanding during these times.
You can also check your exam information in the test taker portal. To access, log into your CBDCE account > Get Certified > Details in the exam application > Schedule Your Exam > where you will be redirected to the test taker portal for your exam details.
Looking for information on how to launch your LRP exam? You will launch your LRP exam from your CBDCE account. Login to your CBDCE dashboard > click on get certified > schedule exam > you will be redirected to the PSI test taker portal to launch your exam.
Looking for the test center locations? Visit the CBDCE test center webpage for test center locations.
Ready to apply for the CDCES Examination? You will first need to create an account with CBDCE. Click the "Apply for the Examination" button below to create your CDCES account.