Have an upcoming certification exam? Here you’ll find instructions and best practices to help you prepare to take exams delivered by Oracle University. These details aren’t valid for exams scheduled and delivered by Pearson VUE.
Make sure your computer meets the following minimum system requirements to take your Oracle University certification exam. You can also complete our Pre-Exam System Check before you register for or take the exam.
Please ensure you’re using Windows 11, Windows 10, or Mac OS X (10.15 or later). iOS, Windows CE, Windows RT, Android, Chrome OS, and Linux aren’t supported.
Your minimum internet speed should be consistent and reliable (at least 3 mb/sec upload and download with a ping of less than 100 ms). Don’t use a mobile hotspot or tether your computer to a phone. Please disconnect from any VPN connections.
Chromebooks and mobile devices such as cell phones and tablets aren’t supported. Ensure your OS minimum RAM is 8 GB or more. You can only use single displays—multiple monitors aren’t allowed.
Your webcam must have a minimum resolution of 640x490 at 10 fps. Your webcam may be internal or external and connected to your computer. Please verify that the webcam, audio, and microphone are on and working prior to your exam day.
Government-issued identification is required to take the exam. To fulfill the primary ID requirement, the ID must meet the following criteria:
To ensure you’re prepared for the day of the exam and understand what to expect when you check-in and start your exam, please watch the video associated with the type of exam you’re going to take and perform the readiness check, when available.
Note: If you don’t know what type of exam you’re registered to take, please check your confirmation email, the exam page on education.oracle.com, or the registration page on Oracle MyLearn.
To ensure you’re prepared for the day of the exam and understand what to expect when you check-in and start your exam, please watch the video associated with the type of exam you’re going to take and perform the readiness check, when available.
Please make sure you run a system check prior to your exam date so you’re familiar with the experience.
For proctored exams, you’re required to check in at least 30 minutes prior to your exam start time to complete the check-in process. Candidates who try to check in after the scheduled exam time may not be admitted.
For proctored exams, you’re required to check in at least 30 minutes prior to your exam start time to complete the check-in process. Candidates who try to check in after the scheduled exam time may not be admitted.
Note: Violations of test behavior can result in disciplinary action, which can include loss of an exam attempt, revocation of your score, and even a ban from future attempts.
Your exam results will be displayed on the screen at the close of your exam. You’ll also be able to view your detailed score report in Oracle CertView.
If you need to cancel your exam, you must cancel at least 24 hours before your appointment time. If you fail to cancel at least 24 hours in advance you risk forfeiting your exam attempt.
If you need to reschedule your exam you must reschedule at least 24 hours prior to your exam appointment time.
For a full list of policies, including cancellation and rescheduling policies, please read the Oracle Certification Program Guidelines.
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