How many questions is the NICET Level 1 test?
“I finished and passed my NICET Level I test just 3 hours ago—77 questions, 110 minutes, ALL were research questions from NFPA 72 2013. I used Henry Nazar’s book to practice for the test. I am glad I did. The research practice offered in his book was essential for the exam.
How long is a NICET test good for?
6 months
Scheduling. Once the exam is purchased from NICET, the candidate is guided to Pearson VUE to pick a convenient location and time. Eligibility expires 6 months from the purchase date. Scheduling immediately provides the best selection.
Is the NICET test multiple choice?
Each program page lists the time allowed to complete the exam and the number of questions. Most of the questions are multiple choice or multiple select. Read each question and possible response carefully. The exam will be administered on a computer at a proctored test center managed by a test administration company.
Is the Nicet test multiple choice?
How do I schedule a NICET exam?
You may also call Pearson VUE at 1-866-880-0048 to reschedule. However, significant wait times can occur. Candidates who are testing using the online remote proctored (ONVUE) option may rescheduling their appointment date/time right up until their appointment without incurring additional fees.
How do you get NICET Level 1?
The minimum required for Level I, plus a minimum of 12 additional months of experience in the inspection and testing of fire alarm and suppression systems. Of this additional 12 months: A minimum of 4 months must be periodic/maintenance inspection and testing of complex** fire alarm systems.
What is NICET exam?
NICET exams are oriented toward job knowledge and skills, so that most of what is needed to pass the exam should be acquired by a proactive technician in the course of working and learning for the job. There are no pre-qualifications for taking an exam.
How long does Nicet certification last?
three years
NICET certification holders are required to recertify every three years. In addition to the renewal fee, certificants must attain and document 90 CPD points for each certification subfield area held during the three-year period.
What can you do with a Nicet certification?
Who Uses NICET?
- Fire Alarms. GSA Contractor. Alabama.
- Inspection & Testing of Water Based Systems. GSA Contractor. Alaska.
- Water Based Systems Layout. Alabama.
- Special Hazards Systems Layout. Alaska.
- Construction Materials Testing. Alaska.
- Geotechnical Engineering. Georgia.
- Highway Construction. Alaska.
- Bridge Safety Inspection. Georgia.
What do you need to pass the NICET exam?
Exams NICET exams are oriented toward job knowledge and skills, so that most of what is needed to pass the exam should be acquired by a proactive technician in the course of working and learning for the job. There are no pre-qualifications for taking an exam. Each program has a test or tests that must be passed for each level.
What is a score below 500 on the NICET exam?
Scores below 500 include the scaled score for the exam and, for multiple-domain exams, percent correct for each domain or section. Pearson VUE provides an unofficial score report immediately after completion of the test. NICET mails the official score report within two weeks of the exam date.
What happens if I leave my job before my NICET exam?
If NICET is notified fewer than 19 days prior to the test date, your former employer cannot replace you with another employee. All NICET fees are non-refundable. If your employer does transfer your exam fee to another employee, you have the opportunity to take your originally scheduled exam if you send the exam fee before the 18-day deadline.
What is the difference between NICET and Pearson VUE scores?
Pearson VUE provides an unofficial score report immediately after completion of the test. NICET mails the official score report within two weeks of the exam date. Passing the test is only one of the requirements for certification.