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Market Blvd. , S200 Sacramento, CA 95834  \nPhone  \n(916) 574-7830  \nEmail  \n[bbsexamunit@dca.ca.gov](bbsexamunit@dca.ca.gov)  \nWebsite  \n[www.bbs.ca.gov](www.bbs.ca.gov)  \nExam Information  \nFor questions about this handbook or an upcoming exam, contact Pearson Professional Assessments.  \nPearson Professional Assessments California Board of Behavioral Sciences  \nAttn: Regulatory Program 5601 Green Valley Drive Bloomington, MN 55437  \nPhone  \n(888) 281-0402  \nEmail  \npearsonvuecustomerservice@ [pearson.com](pearson.com)  \nWebsite  \n[https://www.pearsonvue.com/](https://www.pearsonvue.com/)[ ](https://www.pearsonvue.com/)[us/en/cabbs.html](us/en/cabbs.html)  \nQuick Reference   \nAuthorization to Test  \nBefore taking an examination, you must submit an application and the applicable fee to the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). [Applications are available at](Applications are available at www.bbs.ca.gov)[ www.bbs.ca.gov](Applications are available at www.bbs.ca.gov).  \nOnce the application requirements are met, Pearson will send you an Authorization to Test (ATT) notice that includes the ID number you will need to register for an exam.  \nExam Reservations  \nOnce you have received your Authorization to  \nTest, you may make an exam reservation online by visiting [https://www.pearsonvue.com/us/en/cabbs.html](https://www.pearsonvue.com/us/en/cabbs.html).  \nExam reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance, but it is recommended to schedule your exam as soon as possible to ensure that you are able to get a reservation within the time limits of your authorization. Walk-in examinations are not available.  \nIf you have been approved for examination accommodations, follow the instructions provided in your approval letter to schedule your exam. Accommodations may take additional time to schedule depending on test center availability.  \nSee Making an Exam Reservation for more information.  \nTest Centers  \nVisit [https://www.pearsonvue.com/us/en/cabbs.html](https://www.pearsonvue.com/us/en/cabbs.html for a)[ for a](https://www.pearsonvue.com/us/en/cabbs.html for a)[ ](https://www.pearsonvue.com/us/en/cabbs.html for a)[complete list of test center locations.](complete list of test center locations.)  \nExam Fees  \nThe exam fee(s) must be paid to the BBS prior to making an exam reservation.  \nFees will not be accepted atthe test center. They are non‑refundable and non‑transferable, except as detailed in the Change/Cancel Policy.  \nWhat to Bring to the Exam  \nBring proper identification as outlined in What to Bring.  \nExam Procedures  \nYou should report to the test center at least 30 minutes before your exam begins to complete registration. After testing, you will receive a score report foryour exam.  \nrev07/2026 Copyright © 2026 Pearson Education, [Inc. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. pubs_orders@pearson.com](Inc. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. pubs_orders@pearson.com)  \nOverview .............................................. 1  \nIntroduction ......................................... 2  \nContact Information ....................................... 2  \nLicensure Process .......................................... 2  \nCalifornia Licensing Requirements ........... 3  \nAuthorization to Test ....................................... 3  \nAbandonment of Licensing Application ........ 4  \nExam Reservations ................................ 5  \nTest Center Locations ..................................... 5  \nMaking an Exam Reservation .......................... 5  \nMilitary Site Testing ......................................... 6  \nAvailable Exams .............................................. 6  \nChange/Cancel Policy","cbCainlQxpzpPow5","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainlQxpzpPow5","pdf",6184472,21,"English","# Overview\n# Introduction\n# Contact Information\n# Licensure Process\n## Authorization to Test\n## Abandonment of Licensing Application\n## Exam Reservations\n# Test Center Locations\n# Making an Exam Reservation\n## Military Site Testing\n# Available Exams\n## Change/Cancel Policy\n## Absence/Lateness Policy\n## No Show Results\n## Weather Delays and Cancellations\n# Pearson Holiday Schedule\n# Accommodations\n# Preparing for an Exam\n## Helpful Hints\n## Study Materials\n## Timed Examination\n## Answering Exam Questions\n# Exam Day\n## California Law Security Procedures\n## What to Bring\n# Pearson Testing Policies\n## Examination Security\n## Copyrighted Examination Questions\n## Score Reporting\n## Retake Requirements\n## Questions or Comments about the Exam\n# Content Outlines\n# Resources & Sample Questions","[{\"question\":\"How do candidates obtain an Authorization to Test (ATT)?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates must submit an application and the applicable exam fee to the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). 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