FAQs: Troubleshooting
When I attempt to start the exam, I do not see an exam question. What should I do?
If you encounter a blank screen or error message when you start the exam, your computer system may not meet the minimum requirements to run the exam.
Internet browsers | Internet Explorer IE11 Edge, Firefox, Safari and Chrome current version |
Mobile devices | iOS and Android devices are not supported. |
Network connection | Pearson VUE strongly recommends using a wired network rather than a wireless network, since a wired network provides better exam delivery performance. |
Internet connection | Broadband (DSL, cable, or LAN/WLAN): 1 Mbps up/down minimum
Dial-up Internet connections are not supported. |
Browser settings | Internet cookies must be enabled.
Ensure any security software will not block the execution of JavaScript. |
I forgot my username/password. Can I reset it?
Yes. To reset your username or password, click on the appropriate "I forgot my username or password" link located under the "Sign in" button.
I lost my Internet connection or closed my browser. How do I resume the exam?
To resume the exam, follow these steps:
- Click Sign In on this page.
- Enter your username and password.
- Select the exam under “Open Online Exams.”
- Click Resume Exam.
To get your score report, follow these steps:
- Click Sign In on this page.
- Enter your username and password.
- Under the "My Account" heading, click View Score Reports
- All of your completed exams will be listed. Click View after the exam you would like to examine.
I purchased an exam but am not ready to take it. Can I cancel?
You can cancel the exam and receive a refund as long as (a) you have not started it and (b) the delivery period has not expired. Follow these steps:
- Click Sign In on this page.
- Enter your username and password.
- Select your exam under "Open Online Exams."
- Click Cancel Exam.