CIB_PSI_Contr_SpecialtyQI

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Candidate Information Bulletin for Virginia Contractor Specialty Examination, describing the examination and application process for becoming licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The bulletin explains the role of PSI and a network of computer examination centers, eligibility pre-approval requirements effective March 1, 2016, and that eligibilities are valid for one year. It outlines key registration options (online, telephone, standard mail, fax), confidentiality items, exam accommodations, scheduling, rescheduling, cancellations, and security and identification procedures for computer-based testing.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages11

Reading Time28 min

AccessFree to download

Examinations by PSI

Examination Content Outline and References

Registration and Scheduling Procedures

On-line Registration

Telephone Registration

Standard Mail Registration

Fax Registration

Social Security or DMV # Confidentiality

Exam Accommodations

Canceling an Appointment

Scheduling a Re-examination

Missed Appointment or Late Cancellation

Emergency Examination Center Closing

Computer Examination Center Locations

Reporting to the Examination Center

Required Identification

Security Procedures

Taking the Examination by Computer

Identification Screen

Tutorial

Test Question Screen

Experimental Items

Examination Review

Score Reporting

Duplicate Score Reports

License Application Instructions

Links to Specialty Exam Outlines

Examination Registration Form

Exam Accommodations Form

PSI 3210 E Tropicana Las Vegas, NV 89121 [www.psiexams.com](www.psiexams.com) COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL REGULATION CONTRACTOR SPECIALTY EXAMINATION CANDIDATE INFORMATION BULLETIN EXAMINATIONS TO BE TAKEN BY THE COMPANY’S QUALIFIED INDIVIDUAL Examinations by PSI .......................................... 1 Examination Content Outline and References ........... 1 Registration and Scheduling Procedures .................. 1 On-line Registration .................................... 2 Telephone Registration ................................ 2 Standard Mail Registration ............................ 2 Fax Registration ......................................... 2 Social Security or DMV \# Confidentiality ............ 2 Exam Accommodations................................. 2 Canceling an Appointment ............................ 2 Scheduling a Re-examination ......................... 2 Missed Appointment or Late Cancellation .......... 2 Emergency Examination Center Closing............. 2 Computer Examination Center Locations................. 3 Reporting to the Examination Center ..................... 3 Required Identification ................................ 3 Security Procedures .................................... 3 Taking the Examination by Computer..................... 4 Identification Screen ................................... 4 Tutorial ................................................... 4 Test Question Screen ................................... 4 Experimental Items ..................................... 5 Examination Review .................................... 5 Score Reporting ............................................... 5 Duplicate Score Reports ............................... 5 License Application Instructions ........................... 5 Links to Specialty Exam Outlines .......................... 6 Examination Registration Form............................. 7 Exam Accommodations Form ................ End of Bulletin Please refer to [www.psiexams.com](www.psiexams.com) for the latest updates to this bulletin. Copyright © 2020 by PSI Revised 8/3/2020 EXAMINATIONS BY PSI This Candidate Information Bulletin provides you with information about the examination and application process for becoming licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia. To be licensed or certified, the Qualified Individual must pass an examination to confirm that you have attained a minimum level of knowledge regarding the principles, practices, statutes and regulations. The Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (the Department) has contracted with PSI to conduct its examination program. PSI provides examinations through a network of computer examination centers in Virginia. PSI works closely with the Department and its Examination Review Committee to be certain that examinations meet local, national and international requirements in basic principles and examination development standards. Effective March 1, 2016, all Contractor Exam Accommodations will require pre-approval from the Department prior to taking the examination. Candidates will need to apply for eligibility with the Department before being allowed to take an examination. Eligibilities are good for one year. If you fail, you may test unlimited during that one-year period. Following are the examinations for the Qualified Individual offered by PSI: ▪ Alternative Energy Systems ▪ Asphalt Paving and Sealcoating ▪ Billboard/Sign Contracting ▪ Commercial Building Technical Contractor ▪ Commercial Improvement Contracting ▪ Concrete Contracting ▪ Drywall Contracting ▪ Electronic/Communication Service Contracting ▪ Environment Monitoring Well Contracting ▪ Environmental Specialties Contracting ▪ Equipment/Machinery Contracting ▪ Farm Improvement Contracting ▪ Finish Carpentry ▪ Fire Alarm Systems Contracting ▪ Fire Suppression Contracting ▪ Floo

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Candidate Information Bulletin for the Virginia Contractor Specialty Examination?

It provides information about the examination and application process for becoming licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia, including how qualified individuals confirm knowledge through the required exam.

What is the effective requirement for contractor exam accommodations starting March 1, 2016?

All Contractor Exam Accommodations require pre-approval from the Department before taking the examination, and candidates must apply for eligibility prior to being allowed to test.

Which registration methods are available for scheduling the PSI examination?

Registration methods include online registration, telephone registration, standard mail registration, and fax registration.

Sep 20, 2026

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