Testing for the Four Levels of PAA Professional Certification is available to anyone who is ready to take it.

 

Skipping a level is not permitted. You cannot apply for any level (2,3,4) before completion of the preceding ones. Exceptions to this are covered by the Equivalency program:  see

 

As of 2021, the traditional format of the exams (in-person, on-paper, sit-down, with a supervising proctor) is being adapted to online testing allowing the exams to be taken anywhere and at any time with in-person or online monitored proctoring. Traditional ‘paper’ testing is still available in certain cases. Level-I, Level-II, and Level-III are currently available online.

 

‘Online’ or ‘Traditional’?

The documents below provide the necessary information and help you determine your options.

Please follow your chosen procedure to ensure your successful smooth testing.

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Note: NCGR Members Discount is applied at the time of payment.
To get the discount you will need to provide a proof of membership.
Sign in to your NCGR profile (if you are a member) at 
Take a screenshot of the Membership card and upload it when you make the PAA exam payment.
You can find the upload option on the payment screen.