Question 1

What CCO testing personnel roles are available?

Accepted Answer

CCO has six credentialed testing personnel roles: EOT Proctor EOT Test Site Coordinator EOT Test Administration Coordinator Practical Proctor Practical Test Site Coordinator Practical Test Administration Coordinator Please see our Testing Personnel page.

Question 2

How do I become CCO-credentialed testing personnel?

Accepted Answer

Start your credential journey in the myCCO Portal Select Testing Personnel. Choose your credential and role. Review and accept the Testing Personnel Agreement. Complete payment. Complete the required training or assessment.

Question 3

Can one person hold more than one testing personnel credential?

Accepted Answer

Yes. One person may fill multiple roles as long as they complete the required training and earn the applicable CCO credential for each role. Please see our Testing Personnel page.

Question 4

How do I become a Practical Proctor?

Accepted Answer

Complete the Practical Exam Proctor Program (PEPP), including the required workshop and audit. Please see our Become a Practical Proctor page.

Question 5

What does an EOT Proctor do?

Accepted Answer

An EOT Proctor: Administers EOT written exams Verifies candidate identification Maintains exam security and integrity Completes a four-hour virtual training and assessment to become credentialed

Question 6

What does an EOT Test Site Coordinator do?

Accepted Answer

The Test Site Coordinator manages the EOT site and coordinates the administration, including assigning required on-site personnel. Please see our Test Site Coordinator - EOT page.

Question 7

What does an EOT Test Administration Coordinator do?

Accepted Answer

The Test Administration Coordinator supports the TSC and Proctor during the administration. TACs complete the required online training and assessment and must be assigned by the TSC. Please see our Test Administration Coordinator - EOT page.

Question 8

Can a Proctor administer an exam to someone they trained?

Accepted Answer

Not until the required waiting period has passed. A Proctor must wait one year after the applicable training ends before proctoring that candidate. An Assistant Proctor must wait 28 days. Please see our Policies page.

Question 9

What is required to host Event Online Testing?

Accepted Answer

You need a pre-approved EOT site and the required CCO-credentialed testing personnel. The host organization is responsible for providing those personnel. Please see our Hosting Written Exams page.

Question 10

How far in advance should an EOT site be submitted for approval?

Accepted Answer

Submit the site at least four weeks before the desired test date. Site applications are processed in the order received. Please see our Hosting Written Exams page.

Question 11

Can EOT be held at a temporary location?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approved EOT sites may include employer offices, training centers, hotels, and other temporary or off-site locations. Please see our Hosting Written Exams page.

Question 12

What does an EOT testing room need?

Accepted Answer

Key requirements include: Indoor, quiet, well-lit, and properly ventilated Accessible and free from distractions Free of training aids and reference materials One point of entry and exit A separate Proctor workstation Please see our Hosting Written Exams page.

Question 13

How should EOT candidate stations be spaced?

Accepted Answer

Spacing requirements: 6 feet apart side-by-side without dividers 7 feet apart in facing or back-to-back rows 3 feet apart side-by-side with compliant dividers Please see our Hosting Written Exams page.

Question 14

How many candidates can test in one EOT room?

Accepted Answer

An EOT room may have up to 42 candidate stations. The actual number also depends on available bandwidth and compliance with the other site requirements. Please see our Hosting Written Exams page.

Question 15

Does every EOT candidate need a computer?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Each candidate needs a dedicated computer while testing. The same computer may be used by another candidate during a separate testing session. Please see our Hosting Written Exams page.

Question 16

Are EOT candidates recorded during testing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Candidates are recorded from start to finish through webcam, microphone, and screen recording in addition to being monitored by the on-site Proctor. Please see our Hosting Written Exams page.

Question 17

Are load charts and calculators provided during EOT exams?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Any supplemental materials authorized for the exam, including load charts, reference materials, and calculators, are provided on-screen. Please see our Hosting Written Exams page.

Question 18

What computer and internet requirements apply to EOT?

Accepted Answer

EOT requires supported Windows or macOS computers, the latest Google Chrome, and a stable non-cellular internet connection. Minimum bandwidth is 3 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload per device; 12 Mbps download per device is recommended. Please see our Computer / Technical Requirements page.

Question 19

How much bandwidth is needed for an EOT administration?

Accepted Answer

Plan for one device per candidate plus one device for the Proctor. CCO recommends 12 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload per device. Please see our Computer / Technical Requirements page.

Question 20

What is required to become a CCO Practical Test Site?

Accepted Answer

A Practical Test Site must provide: A Test Site Coordinator A CCO-credentialed Practical Proctor Assistant Proctor(s) Compliant equipment A suitable outdoor testing area An indoor briefing or waiting area Please see our Hosting Practical Exams page.

Question 21

How much does it cost to register a Practical Test Site?

Accepted Answer

The registration fee is $50. It is due with the initial application and again on or before the site's first practical test each calendar year. Please see our Hosting Practical Exams page.

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