Candidate Center

Candidate Center

The Candidate Center is your hub for information related to the certification process. Here you can find instructions and policy documents and other information that is specific to first time, returning and renewal candidates. Please read the information carefully as you view the documents that are relevant to you. We encourage you to check back often as you continue your journey.

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  First-time and Returning Candidate Resources

  The resources on this page include certificate-specific standards, overviews of the certification components, component instructions, and important policy and procedure documents.

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  Candidate FAQs

  Get answers to our most asked questions by visiting our FAQs.

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  Renewal Candidate Resources

  The National Board provides a few resources that can guide you through the renewal process. We also provide some Frequently Asked Questions.

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  Assessment Center Testing

  The National Board has engaged Pearson VUE to deliver the online assessment of National Board Certification at locations across the United States.

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  ePortfolio Submission

  The National Board has implemented an electronic portfolio submission system, ePortfolio, which simplifies and enhances the way candidates compile and submit materials for evaluation.

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  Score Release

  National Board Certification is a standards-based assessment. Your score reflects the degree to which assessors were able to locate clear, consistent, and convincing evidence that you have met the National Board Standards specific to your certificate field.

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