First off, the testing center advises showing up 15 minutes before your appointment. I somehow missed traffic and arrived 45 minutes early, which meant 30 minutes of psyching myself out in my car before entering the testing center—hoping I wasn't about to waste the $150 testing fee.
The testing center required two forms of identification when I entered. One ID required a signature and one had to be a photo ID. I used my driver’s license and social security card. However, I have heard that you can use a credit card as a signature ID. After I handed over my IDs, I had to fill out a couple of simple forms consisting of check boxes and signatures. Afterwards, I signed a digital signature pad and take a photo. The proctor had me place all my person belongings in a locker including my analog watch, phone, keys, and wallet. I was then given a laminated paper and erasable marker before entering the testing room.
The proctor logged into the computer and opened the exam. A timer started counting down from 15 minutes when the proctor left—time to read the exam rules and review the Cisco Certification Exam Tutorial. The same tutorial on the Cisco website linked HERE. Many individuals suggest watching the tutorial at home before the exam and instead using that time to write all the notes in your head. I decided against using my paper, but I advise making notes during your tutorial time if you plan on using notes.
The test finally started. I had 90 minutes to answer 50 questions. The exam consisted of multiple choice, multiple answer, drag and drop, simlets and testlets. Keep in mind that while taking an exam the testing center can get noisy as was the case when I took the exam. Many individuals advise bringing foam ear plugs. Just be sure to check with your proctor before bringing the ear plugs into the testing room.
The computer congratulated me and presented my preliminary score after the exam was over. I was then asked to participate in a short survey. The preliminary score will range from 300 to 1000; however, you will need at least an 804 to pass. On a piece of paper you are given before you leave, this preliminary score and does not constitute an official score report. Cisco still has to analyze your exam responses for validity before it is official. The paper I was given says to allow 10 days for Cisco to receive your exam results. After 10 days you can view your certification status by logging into the Certification Tracking System at http://www.cisco.com/go/certifications/login. Furthermore, you will receive an email from Cisco when your results are finalized.
So now I am waiting for my exam to show up in the Certification Tracking System before I can say I am officially CCENT certified. Good luck!
UPDATE: My certification status was posted in the Certification Tracking System 11 hours after I took the exam—not 10 days. However, I'm sure this varies.
How was your testing experience? Or do you have any questions? Let me know in the comments below. If you're preping for the exam, check out my post on How to Study for the Cisco ICND1 100-101 Exam on a Budget.
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