Frequently Asked Questions
What do I get when I register?
You receive 1 attempt at the exam and online access to the XPeriencED learning system. If you purchase the +Rewrite option, you receive 1 additional attempt in case you do not pass the exam the first time.
Access to the XPerienced system expires in August.
Is it possible to register for more than one exam?
No. PMR is a single exam. We highly recommend that you look at the other certification options through the Seneca Student Federation Personal Development program.
When are exams offered?
Exams are offered frequently throughout the year. You will receive information about available dates once you register. If you are part of an institution, the exam dates will be scheduled according to semester.
Typically exams are held at 6PM on a weekday, or 11AM, 1PM or 3PM on a Saturday.
How long do I have to complete the exam?
PMR exams must be completed by the end of October 2026.
Generally give yourself 2-3 weeks to go over the material before you do the exam, unless you have expertise or have taken a course.
Can I get a refund?
No, we cannot issue any refunds (since we are keeping the prices low). You can transfer your registration to another student. To do so, we will need the full name and email address of the other student.
Are there any in-person classes?
No. Learning happens through the XPeriencED online systems. Although, you may have taken a course related to the exam. You can also access many helpful materials on Youtube and the internet in general.
Where do exams take place?
Exams take place in-person, on campus at Seneca.
How long is the exam?
All exams are 50 minutes in length. It takes about 15 minutes at the beginning to get started and 5 minutes at the end to wrap things up.
What do I get once I successfully pass an exam?
You will receive a digital badge (for LinkedIN) from the Project Management Institute. You will also receive a digital copy of an official certificate. You can make colour copies of this at your local print shop.
What happens if I do not pass the exam?
You can register and pay for another attempt. The second attempt can be done after 24 hours. If you purchase a +Rewrite option, you will get your second attempt at no additional cost.
What happens with the +Rewrite if I pass the first time.
Unfortunately, we cannot issue a refund for the extra fee. The +Rewrite option includes a substantial discount already.
What if I do not show up to an exam I selected a date for?
We require a minimum of 48 hours notice to change a date. If you do not appear at your exam, your registration will be cancelled without a refund.
Do I have to create any online accounts?
Yes. There is no additional cost. You need to create a Certiport account.
If you register for the PMR exam, you need to create an XPeriencED account.
If you register for the MOS exam, you need to create a GMetrix (CertPrep) account.
Can I use as MAC (apple) computer?
You can do the actual exam using a Mac. Make sure that you test that your computer will work with the system. Try the download in advance (this is a test only). Download the file, then open it. You can then close it. If you get an error message - click RUN. When asked for a code, type in 123456, it will not work, then close and click Yes to close the window.
Using GMetrix on a MAC requires a special download. Please contact GMetric support if you are having issues.
How do I get my computer ready for the exam?
Test the bandwidth https://www.speedtest.net/
Use Chrome in Incognito Mode: Using an incognito window will automatically disable extensions and other third-party add-ins to avoid conflicts and resource sharing:
Windows: Open an incognito window by pressing (Ctrl+Shft+N) and paste the candidate exam link in the newly opened browser window.
Mac: Open an incognito window by pressing (Ctrl+Shift+P) and paste the candidate exam link in the newly opened browser window.