Prepare for Your Exam

Test Taking Tips for ESL Candidates

Prepare for test day with strategies designed for candidates who speak English as a second language (ESL).

Use these tips to feel more confident and prepared on exam day. This page includes strategies for candidates who speak English as a second language (ESL), including tips for reading questions carefully, managing your time, and preparing for a computer-based exam.

You’ll also find guidance to help reduce test-day stress and improve focus during the exam.

To request an ESL accommodation for an additional 30 minutes of testing time, complete the ESL accommodation form and submit it with a letter from an employer or instructor confirming that English is your second language. Email both documents to info@brpt.org with “ESL Accommodation” in the subject line.

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