Applying for Examination

The CHC^® Examination is administered via computer at more than 170 AMP Assessment Centers geographically distributed throughout the United States. There are no application deadlines and candidates who meet the eligibility requirements for an examination may submit their applications and fees at any time. The following steps outline the application process:

1. The candidate completes and submits a paper application (included in this handbook for a computerized version or obtained from www.hcca-info.org for a date specific paper version of the exam) and appropriate fee when the eligibility requirements are satisfied. CCB reserves the right to verify information supplied by or on behalf of a candidate. Any misrepresentation of information shall be considered grounds for prohibition from testing or revocation of certification.

An application is considered complete only if all information requested is complete, legible, and accurate; if the candidate is eligible for the examination; and if the appropriate fee accompanies the application. Required information includes personal information, Indication of Eligibility for Examination, Indication of the Applicable Fee, and the applicant's signature. If the examination fee indicated is for a member of HCCA, then the membership number must also be provided. Applications that are incomplete will be returned, along with any fee submitted less a $52 processing fee.

2. The application is processed, and a confirmation notice of eligibility is sent to the candidate within approximately two weeks. If a confirmation notice is not received within three weeks, contact AMP at 888-519-9901. This confirmation of a candidate's eligibility and acceptance of the application is valid for 90 days. A candidate who fails to schedule an appointment for examination within the 90-day period forfeits the application and all fees paid to take the examination. A complete application and examination fee are required to reapply for examination. In addition to computer-administered examinations, paper.and.pencil administrations will be scheduled throughout the year at various events.

Scheduling an Examination

The confirmation notice contains a website address and tollfree telephone number for the candidate to contact AMP to schedule an appointment for examination. Be prepared to confirm a date and location for testing.

The examinations are administered by appointment only Monday through Saturday at 9:00 am and 1:30 pm Individuals are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Refer to the chart below:

When you contact AMP to schedule an appointment for examination, you will be notified of the time to report to the Assessment Center. Please make a note of it because you will NOT receive an admission ticket. You will only be allowed to take the examination for which you received a confirmation notice; no changes in examination type will be made at the Assessment Center. Unscheduled candidates (walk-ins) will not be admitted to the assessment center.

Examinations are not offered on the following holidays:

• New Year's Day Columbus Day
• Martin Luther King Day Veterans' Day
• Presidents' Day Thanksgiving Day
• Good Friday (and the following Friday)
• Memorial Day Christmas Eve Day
• Independence Day (July 4) Christmas Day
• Labor Day New Year's Eve Day

Special Arrangements for Candidates with Disabilities: AMP complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and strives to ensure that no individual with a disability is deprived of the opportunity to take the examination solely by reason of that disability. AMP will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities.

Wheelchair access is available at all established Assessment Centers. Candidates with visual, sensory, or physical disabilities that would prevent them from taking the examination under standard conditions may request special accommodations and arrangements. To request special accommodations, complete the request for special examination accommodations form included in this handbook and submit it with your application and fee at least 45 business days prior to your desired testing date. Please inform AMP of your need for special accommodations when scheduling your examination.

Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf: AMP is equipped with Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf (TDD) to assist deaf and hearing-impaired candidates. TDD calling is available 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (CST) Monday-Friday at 913-895-4637. This TDD phone option is for individuals equipped with compatible TDD machinery.

Assessment Center Locations: Locations of Assessment Centers can be viewed at www.goAMP.com. Specific address information will be provided when a candidate schedules an examination appointment. Click here to locate testing center locations.

Testing Locations