Taking the Examination
Examinations 2 through 4 may be taken in any sequence . Candidates must pass all three examinations within five years of their acceptance as a candidate . Candidates who fail to pass all three exams in this five-year window must restart the exam process . Exams are offered at Pearson VUE professional testing centers throughout the world . The ICRM conducts exams on a quarterly basis . Exact exam cycle dates are posted on the www . icrm . org site . Examinees are allowed 80 minutes for each Part when taking Parts 2 through 4 of the examination . The passing score for each exam is 70 %. Each exam for Parts 2 through 4 consist of 100 multiple-choice questions .
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Agreed to abide by a professional code of conduct ; and Committed to maintaining an active credential through meeting continuing certification requirements .
For more information , please contact us . Institute of Certified Records Managers 1450 Western Avenue , Suite 101 Albany , NY 12203 1450 Western Avenue , Suite 101 Albany , NY 12203 ( 877 ) 244-3128 ( US & Canada ) ( 518 ) 694-5362
Professionals who acquire industry-recognized certifications enhance their expertise in a number of diverse , critical areas . Industryrecognized certifications , such as the CRA and CRM , demonstrate a commitment to the profession and lifelong learning and can enhance your advancement potential . Earning and maintaining a certification demonstrates to your organization ( and prospective employers ) that you have a lifelong commitment to your profession .
The CRA and CRM credentials are widely perceived within the Records and Information Management field as the benchmark for professional achievement .
The CRM credentials can also have potential financial returns according to the Salary Guide from Robert Half
International . Candidates with a professional designation can earn a starting salary up to 10 percent above the market average . Today ’ s organizations are increasingly specifying “ CRM required ” or “ CRM preferred ” in job announcements when seeking new hires .
The CRA and CRM designations are recognized and accepted as evidence of a proven level of education , knowledge and experience in records and information management . Earning the CRA or CRM means that one has : �
Demonstrated appropriate education and / or professional experience ;
� Passed rigorous examinations ;
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