What are the steps for taking an exam after an on-demand course is completed?

The candidate will be able to take the exam upon successful completion of the course - no proctor is required. The candidate must complete the exam within 90 days of the date the course was completed.

What are the steps for taking an exam after a virtual or on-location course is completed?

Candidates will have an opportunity to take their exam immediately following the course or can take it within 90 days of the course date. No proctor is required if taken after the course date.

What if a candidate does not take the exam within 90-days?

If the candidate does not complete the exam within 90 days, IAEE will enter a score of zero into the candidate’s record. In order to take the exam after the 90-day time period, the candidate will be required pay a $25.00 administrative retake fee. The candidate will then have 30 days to complete the exam. If the candidate fails the exam or misses the exam during the thirty-day period, the candidate will be required to retake the course and the exam at full cost in order to receive credit for the course.

What happens if a candidate fails an exam?

If a CEM candidate fails an exam, the candidate will have one year from the date of the failed exam to retake the exam. The fee for the retake exam is $25.00. If the candidate fails the retake exam, they will be required to register for the course again to be eligible to take the exam again. The candidate may select another CEM course instead of retaking the failed course.

Will a candidate receive a letter regarding their CEM when they finish their ninth course and pass the exam?

Upon completion of all requirements for the CEM Learning Program, candidates will receive an email containing a letter from the CEM Commission permitting the use of the CEM designation. The certificate along with other letters of recognition, a digital badge, and recertification requirements will also be sent. Please allow for two to five business days after completion of the ninth course and passing the corresponding exam to receive the email.

When does a candidate need to complete their requirements so they can participate in the CEM awards ceremony at the annual meeting?

There is no deadline. A candidate could potentially take their last class and exam just before Expo! Expo! and still participate in the CEM awards ceremony. Candidates who expect to complete their designation after 1 September will be asked to complete a survey on their participation in the CEM awards ceremony. Surveys will be sent out in September or October. The candidate may also email cem@iaee.com to notify the CEM Program Manager.