Aubrey WalterInformation Management Project Manager| IEEE, Inc.Nj, United States
I took the CAPM Exam this morning via online proctored, and it was not what I expected at all. From what I had read, I expected that there would be a person to speak to who would ask to see my workspace and verify that I didn't have anything off which I could cheat. I had read that they would ask to check my ears for headphones, ask me to roll up my sleeves to check for any writing, stuff like that. Instead, PearsonVue sent a link to my cell phone and had me take a selfie and four photos of the room I was in to get a "360 degree" view. Once I uploaded the photos, I was given authorization to start the exam, and that was it. I never spoke to anyone, and no one asked to "inspect" my workstation. I could see the camera of myself while I was taking the exam, but that was all. Has anyone else had the same experience in taking the CAMP exam? I thought it would be much stricter than it was! Saving Changes...
Luis BrancoCEO| Business Insight, Consultores de Gestão, LdªCarcavelos, Lisboa, Portugal
Dear Aubrey
Thank you for sharing this question and for reporting your experience.
Is what I feared happening?
I feared that exams would become much easier and that, as a result, CAPM and PMP certifications would lose value.
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1 reply by Aubrey Walter
Jan 27, 2021 2:44 PM
Aubrey Walter
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I hope that's not true, that the certifications lose value! I will say, the exam was not easy, but I just thought the proctoring piece would be much stricter.
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Aubrey WalterInformation Management Project Manager| IEEE, Inc.Nj, United States
Jan 27, 2021 2:23 PM
Replying to Luis Branco
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Dear Aubrey
Thank you for sharing this question and for reporting your experience.
Is what I feared happening?
I feared that exams would become much easier and that, as a result, CAPM and PMP certifications would lose value.
I hope that's not true, that the certifications lose value! I will say, the exam was not easy, but I just thought the proctoring piece would be much stricter. Saving Changes...
Hi Aubrey.
That sounds a little strange to me. When I did an online exam last summer, I had to show my full room using the webcam of my laptop, roll up my sleeves and even turn out all my pockets. I believe there was someone monitoring me via webcam for the full exam too.
As someone going to sit the exam in a few weeks, I was just wondering if you are let have paper for notes, calculations and so forth? I know in the 'in person exams' you are given sheets of blank paper and was just wondering if you can provide clean sheets of paper for yourself?
Also, I see you cannot use a touch screen device (such as a Microsoft surface). Can anyone confirm this?
Hopefully these examination techniques do not lessen the value of these certifications, especially for those that studied hard for them.
Not sure if I helped with the conversation, but I understand your viewpoint.
Regards Cian.
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1 reply by Aubrey Walter
Jan 28, 2022 7:55 AM
Aubrey Walter
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Hi Cian,
Yes I did think it was strange that the online proctoring wasn't more strict. If you are doing the online proctored exam, I believe you are allowed to have a sheet or two of blank paper and a calculator for calculations. And yes, you have to use a laptop or desktop computer with a camera (no touch-screen devices).
Good luck on your exam!
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Aubrey WalterInformation Management Project Manager| IEEE, Inc.Nj, United States
Jan 28, 2022 6:42 AM
Replying to Cian Camplisson
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Hi Aubrey.
That sounds a little strange to me. When I did an online exam last summer, I had to show my full room using the webcam of my laptop, roll up my sleeves and even turn out all my pockets. I believe there was someone monitoring me via webcam for the full exam too.
As someone going to sit the exam in a few weeks, I was just wondering if you are let have paper for notes, calculations and so forth? I know in the 'in person exams' you are given sheets of blank paper and was just wondering if you can provide clean sheets of paper for yourself?
Also, I see you cannot use a touch screen device (such as a Microsoft surface). Can anyone confirm this?
Hopefully these examination techniques do not lessen the value of these certifications, especially for those that studied hard for them.
Not sure if I helped with the conversation, but I understand your viewpoint.
Regards Cian.
Hi Cian,
Yes I did think it was strange that the online proctoring wasn't more strict. If you are doing the online proctored exam, I believe you are allowed to have a sheet or two of blank paper and a calculator for calculations. And yes, you have to use a laptop or desktop computer with a camera (no touch-screen devices).
Good luck on your exam!
Hi Cian,
Yes I did think it was strange that the online proctoring wasn't more strict. If you are doing the online proctored exam, I believe you are allowed to have a sheet or two of blank paper and a calculator for calculations. And yes, you have to use a laptop or desktop computer with a camera (no touch-screen devices).
Good luck on your exam!
Thank you for that Aubrey. It is much appreciate. Saving Changes...
Update
Hi all. I have just completed and passed my CAPM online this morning (yay!). I just want to share with anyone that you cannot have any notes or note paper with you in the exam. You are given a 'virtual whiteboard' and calculator in the exam software to use. Just a heads up for anyone hoping to use pen and paper with a calculator like I was.
Hope this helps someone. Saving Changes...
Stéphane ParentSelf Employed / Semi-retired| Leader MakerPrince Edward Island, Canada
I took my ACP online, in 2020. It was mostly the way Aubrey described. I did have to show that I was putting my phone a good distance from my desk. Even though I had hit the washroom before, I still had to finish my exam before my bladder exploded, a good hour early. (There were no scheduled breaks.)
The big question is... did you pass?
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1 reply by Cian Camplisson
Feb 26, 2022 5:03 AM
Cian Camplisson
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The CAPM is the same with no breaks. I believe the PMP has breaks after 60 questions. I defiantly recommend to only take light drinks before and during the exam. Like that, I also felt a bit rushed to finish the exam. I also had a bit of an issue checking-in that didn't help the situation!
I was told to keep my phone just out of hand reach if I needed to be contacted by the proctor. As a result, I had my phone vibrating during the exam with notifications which was a little distracting.
Thankfully Stéphane, I passed with above target in all but 1 area (target in the other).
I took my ACP online, in 2020. It was mostly the way Aubrey described. I did have to show that I was putting my phone a good distance from my desk. Even though I had hit the washroom before, I still had to finish my exam before my bladder exploded, a good hour early. (There were no scheduled breaks.)
The big question is... did you pass?
The CAPM is the same with no breaks. I believe the PMP has breaks after 60 questions. I defiantly recommend to only take light drinks before and during the exam. Like that, I also felt a bit rushed to finish the exam. I also had a bit of an issue checking-in that didn't help the situation!
I was told to keep my phone just out of hand reach if I needed to be contacted by the proctor. As a result, I had my phone vibrating during the exam with notifications which was a little distracting.
Thankfully Stéphane, I passed with above target in all but 1 area (target in the other).
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1 reply by Stéphane Parent
Feb 26, 2022 8:09 AM
Stéphane Parent
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I'm wondering if Aubrey passed?
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Stéphane ParentSelf Employed / Semi-retired| Leader MakerPrince Edward Island, Canada
Feb 26, 2022 5:03 AM
Replying to Cian Camplisson
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The CAPM is the same with no breaks. I believe the PMP has breaks after 60 questions. I defiantly recommend to only take light drinks before and during the exam. Like that, I also felt a bit rushed to finish the exam. I also had a bit of an issue checking-in that didn't help the situation!
I was told to keep my phone just out of hand reach if I needed to be contacted by the proctor. As a result, I had my phone vibrating during the exam with notifications which was a little distracting.
Thankfully Stéphane, I passed with above target in all but 1 area (target in the other).
I'm wondering if Aubrey passed?
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1 reply by Aubrey Walter
Feb 26, 2022 10:00 AM
Aubrey Walter
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Hi there. Yes, I did pass the CAPM.
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Aubrey WalterInformation Management Project Manager| IEEE, Inc.Nj, United States
Feb 26, 2022 8:09 AM
Replying to Stéphane Parent
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I'm wondering if Aubrey passed?
Hi there. Yes, I did pass the CAPM.
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2 replies by Cian Camplisson and Stéphane Parent
Feb 26, 2022 12:18 PM
Stéphane Parent
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Congratulations, Aubrey! Celebrate proudly your achievement.
Feb 26, 2022 12:22 PM
Cian Camplisson
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Congrats Aubrey. It’s a great relief to have it done. Thanks for starting this thread. I’m sure it will help out others in the future too.
