Examinations

1. An examination must be used in determining knowledge, ability, and judgment of the applicant. Examinations may be written, oral, or electronic at the discretion of the department. 2. Examinations must be held at places and times set by the department. At least one examination session must be held annually. Additional examination sessions may be held at the discretion of the department. 3. Separate examinations must be prepared for each facility or system classification. 4. All examinations must be graded by personnel or a third-party examination service designated by the department. 5. An examination may be retaken once within one year from the date on which the original examination was taken. A new certification application and the required fee must be submitted to the department to retake an examination.