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Certification best practices

NII continually take steps to ensure that our certifications remain the most respected and reputable in the industry. This leads to well qualified certification holders that meet industry expectations, are successful, and can perform in their jobs.

Certification ethics

Following the rules and ethics associated with NII certification demonstrates your dedication to the integrity of the program. This helps maintain customer confidence in services provided and ensures the continued quality and positive reputation of the program.

Computer-based testing

One way in which NII is ensuring that the certifications it awards meet and exceed industry expectations, is through leveraging professional development and examination standards. This translates into transitioning from paper-based to computer-based testing.

China-based testing update

In response to the Coronavirus outbreak and as a precautionary measure against the spread of the outbreak, Pearson VUE is temporarily closing its China-based testing centers and suspending exam delivery through our third-party, China-based test center network effective January 27, 2020 to ensure the health and safety of testing candidates and Pearson VUE employees.

At this time, our intention is for exam delivery within these locations to remain suspended through February 2020, in alignment to the guidance provided by local authorities, the World Health Organization, and others. However, we will continue to monitor the situation and act upon any new guidance provided related to the safety of our candidates and employees.

All exams originally scheduled to be taken within this timeframe have been cancelled by Pearson VUE and candidates will receive a full refund.

Guides and policies

Download supporting guides, documents, and policies as they relate to NII certification. Here you will find everything from your application guide to exam fees as well as a renewal guide and ethics details.

Exam development process

See what goes into a NII exam. The Institute is always looking for field volunteers to update the process and/or take part in certification exam development.

Find a certified professional

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My certification portal

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• Schedule your exams
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And much more!

NACE International training

Held weekly worldwide and online, courses range from broader overviews to subject matter-specific classes that are designed for continued, career-long professional development. Courses can be taken as stand-alone training or as a path towards certification.

Why choose NACE Institute certifications?

NII certifications are the most recognized and widely-accepted in the world and are built on decades of comprehensive knowledge from industry subject matter experts. Those receiving certification have had their skills tested and validated to successfully perform in the field.