Technical requirements

This page contains all the hardware, software, environment, communication, and admin level permission requirements that must be met to ensure compatible and consistent exam delivery across all our delivery systems and modalities.

Live-in-the-Application (LITA) exams have individual program requirements that are above and beyond those of the exam delivery software; review both the delivery system and each individual program your CATC will be administering for detailed information. This page also lists which exams are available in which delivery system.

Note: Exams cannot be delivered during times of periodic maintenance. View the periodic maintenance schedule.

Active Exams App

In January 2026, we introduced the Active Exams Application. Similar to the interface for scheduling exams with Compass Cloud, this app has the ability to display all of our exams currently on Production. You may use the program category, language, or delivery system dropdowns in the app to quickly view which exams are available in which version, language, or system. Click below to open the app in a new window:

Note: If you are prompted by your browser to provide access to local devices you may click "block" - this is not required to use the app or view results.

Exam delivery system requirements

Compass for Windows

See the Exam Releases page for a list of individual suites and languages.

Compass for Windows supports the delivery of:

Important: The technical requirements of any locally installed software used with LITA (Live-in-the-Application) exams would be in addition to those of Compass. View each individual exam section in addition to the delivery system for each program your CATC wishes to administer.

Note: If it is not found in the requirements below then it should be considered "Not Supported".

Item	Required / Minimum	Recommended
Operating System	Windows 11 Enterprise, Professional, Home, or Education Windows 10 Enterprise, Professional, Home, or Education Ver. 1607 build 14393.2515 or later (32-bit and 64-bit)
	Additionally, some Adobe and Autodesk applications required for the Live-in-the-Application delivery are only supported on 64-bit operating systems. Remember that you must exceed the requirements of not just Compass (listed in this section), but also the requirements of the locally installed application when delivering LITA exams. For detailed Adobe LITA support click here. For detailed Autodesk LITA support click here. For detailed MOS LITA support click here.
	Important: The language of Windows, the language of the locally installed software (for Live-in-the-Application exams only), the language of Compass, and the exam language must all match. See our FAQs for detailed info.
Admin Rights	Local Windows Administrator rights are required to install Compass, configure the settings, and administer local exams.
Processor	Pentium 4 or equivalent 1.3 GHz or higher	Core i5 or equivalent 2.6 GHz or higher
	Note: Some Live-in-the-Application exams support only 64-bit processors. We do not support ARM processors.
RAM (LITA exams)	4GB	8GB
RAM (non-LITA exams)	2GB	4GB
Hard Drive	5GB	+1GB over min per exam program installed
Video Resolution	1280 x 800 (Widescreen 16:9) 1024 x 768 (Standard 4:3)	1920 x 1080 (Widescreen 16:9) 1280 x 1024 (Standard 4:3)
Display	Any monitor that can display the supported resolutions above (multiple monitors are not supported during the exam)
Security Protocol	TLS 1.1 or higher
Internet Connection Speed	256 kbps or DSL	High-speed internet connection
Supported Internet Browsers	Latest versions of Microsoft Edge, Chrome, or Firefox
Keyboard & Mouse	2-button wheel mouse Keyboard
Browser Settings	Cookies must be enabled
Printer	Printer installed – can be Windows document printer
Additional Software	To run Autodesk Maya with .NET 8.0 or 10.0, testing centers must install the latest Compass version. The updated installer supports .NET 8.0, 9.0, and 10.0 and is available for download in .
Adobe Reader
Firewalls	Corporate firewalls (including VPNs) often cause this delivery method to fail. Please take your exam in a setting without a corporate firewall or ensure the ports and IP addresses are whitelisted
Emails	To ensure you receive all of our automated system and support emails, whitelist the following addresses: noreply@certiport.com customerservices@certiport.com
Communication Ports & Addresses	Note: As a consequence of ��app's data center transition on January 21st, 2024, it became impossible to provide a list of specific IP addresses that must be accessible for an uninterrupted exam experience. As such, we are now requiring the domains listed below to be whitelisted. Required: The domain certiport.com needs to be accessible. Also, need to have full access through ports 80 (HTTP), 443 (HTTPS), and HTTP redirects permitted. Required: The following domains will also require unrestricted communication via whitelisting: http://.certiport.com & https://.certiport.com http://.pearson.com & https://.pearson.com http://.pearsonvue.com & https://.pearsonvue.com http://.starttest.com & https://.starttest.com http://.starttest2.com & https://.starttest2.com http://.startpractice.com & https://.startpractice.com http://.programworkshop.com & https://.programworkshop.com http://vueapbrowser.starttest.com/?program=��appSB http://.gettesting.com & https://.gettesting.com Note: On certain systems, it may be necessary to enter the whitelisted domain name without the use of the wildcard asterisk (e.g. "https://certiport.com"). Note: If the internet is accessed through an authenticating proxy server and the system is not configured to automatically pass credentials to it, you will experience issues while testing.
Communication Ports & Addresses	IT Specialist Python Next Generation Support: In addition to the domains above that are required to be whitelisted for Compass for Windows, the following domains must also be whitelisted when delivering the IT Specialist Python Next Generation exam: .skillable.com .labondemand.com .learnondemand.net .holsystems.com Learnondemandsystemsb2c.b2clogin.com For more information see the IT Specialist program section.

Prohibited Items

Note: If an item is not found in the list below or in the Advanced Requirements list above then the item should also be considered 'Not Supported'.

Item	Exam delivery must adhere to the following restrictions
Portable Computing Devices	Touch Screen Laptops, Tablets and Smartphones are strictly prohibited. Note: Examples of prohibited portable computing devices include, but are not limited to: Surface Pro, Chromebooks, Android and iOS phones, and tablets.
Processor	Devices running Ultra Mobile Processors are strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to Intel Atom, AMD NEO CPU lines, and ARM CPUs.
RAM	Less than the specified minimum RAM of your exam workstation OS
Operating Systems	Windows XP & Vista are strictly prohibited Windows Server Operating System strictly prohibited on the exam delivery workstations Virtual environments are strictly prohibited for exam delivery All Linux/Unix based Operating Systems are strictly prohibited
Display	Touch Screen monitors are strictly prohibited for exam delivery. Display resolution less than 1024 x 768 in 16-bit color is strictly prohibited. Multiple monitors are not supported during the exam.
Network Connection	��app strongly recommends avoiding networks configurations that involve Proxy Servers, Advanced Firewall Security Configurations, and other network security measures such as but not limited to packet filtering or packet inspection.
Internet Connection	VPN connections are strongly discouraged and will result in disruption to exam delivery. SSL VPNs are strictly prohibited (e.g., Hotspot Shield). Dial-Up Internet Connections are not supported.
Internet Browsers	Browsers not found on the list of Supported Internet Browsers in this document cannot be used for exam delivery.

Compass for Mac

See the Exam Releases page for a list of individual suites and languages.

Compass for Mac supports the delivery of:

Note: If it is not found in the requirements below then it should be considered "Not Supported".

Item	Required / Minimum	Recommended
Operating System	Mac OS X Tahoe 26.x Mac OS X Sequoia 15.x Mac OS X Sonoma 14.x
	Important: The language of Mac OS, the language of the locally installed software (for LITA exams only), the language of Compass, and the exam language must all match. See our FAQs for detailed info.
Admin Rights	Local Mac Administrator rights are required when using Compass for Mac.
App Permissions	See the Adobe LITA Exam Readiness guide for detailed info.
Processor	Multicore Intel® or Apple Silicon processor
RAM (LITA exams)	4GB	8GB
RAM (non-LITA exams)	2GB	4GB
Hard Drive	5GB	+1GB over min per exam program installed
Video Resolution	1280 x 800 (Widescreen 16:9) 1024 x 768 (Standard 4:3)	1920 x 1080 (Widescreen 16:9) 1280 x 1024 (Standard 4:3)
Display	Any monitor that can display the supported resolutions above (multiple monitors are not supported during the exam)
Security Protocol	TLS 1.1 or higher
Internet Connection Speed	256 kbps or DSL	High-speed internet connection
Supported Internet Browsers	Safari or Chrome
Keyboard & Mouse	Yes
Browser Settings	Cookies must be enabled
Printer	Printer installed – can be a document printer
Adobe Reader
Firewalls	Corporate firewalls (including VPNs) often cause this delivery method to fail. Please take your exam in a setting without a corporate firewall or ensure the ports and IP addresses are whitelisted
Emails	To ensure you receive all of our automated system and support emails, whitelist the following addresses: noreply@certiport.com customerservices@certiport.com
Communication Ports & Addresses	Note: As a consequence of ��app's data center transition on January 21st, 2024, it became impossible to provide a list of specific IP addresses that must be accessible for an uninterrupted exam experience. As such, we are now requiring the domains listed below to be whitelisted. Required: The domain certiport.com needs to be accessible. Also, need to have full access through ports 80 (HTTP), 443 (HTTPS), and HTTP redirects permitted. Required: The following domains will also require unrestricted communication via whitelisting: http://.certiport.com & https://.certiport.com http://.pearson.com & https://.pearson.com http://.pearsonvue.com & https://.pearsonvue.com http://.starttest.com & https://.starttest.com http://.starttest2.com & https://.starttest2.com http://.startpractice.com & https://.startpractice.com http://.programworkshop.com & https://.programworkshop.com http://vueapbrowser.starttest.com/?program=��appSB http://.gettesting.com & https://.gettesting.com Note: On certain systems, it may be necessary to enter the whitelisted domain name without the use of the wildcard asterisk (e.g. "https://certiport.com"). Note: If the internet is accessed through an authenticating proxy server and the system is not configured to automatically pass credentials to it, you will experience issues while testing.

Prohibited Items

Note: If an item is not found in the list below or in the Advanced Requirements list above then the item should also be considered 'Not Supported'.

Item	Exam delivery must adhere to the following restrictions
Portable Computing Devices	Touch Screen Laptops, Tablets and Smartphones are strictly prohibited. Note: Examples of prohibited portable computing devices include, but are not limited to: Surface Pro, Chromebooks, Android and iOS phones, and tablets.
Processor	Devices running Ultra Mobile Processors are strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to Intel Atom, AMD NEO CPU lines, and ARM CPUs.
RAM	Less than the specified minimum RAM of your exam workstation OS
Operating Systems	Windows XP & Vista are strictly prohibited Windows Server Operating System strictly prohibited on the exam delivery workstations Virtual environments are strictly prohibited for exam delivery All Linux/Unix based Operating Systems are strictly prohibited
Display	Touch Screen monitors are strictly prohibited for exam delivery. Display resolution less than 1024 x 768 in 16-bit color is strictly prohibited. Multiple monitors are not supported during the exam.
Network Connection	��app strongly recommends avoiding networks configurations that involve Proxy Servers, Advanced Firewall Security Configurations, and other network security measures such as but not limited to packet filtering or packet inspection.
Internet Connection	VPN connections are strongly discouraged and will result in disruption to exam delivery. SSL VPNs are strictly prohibited (e.g., Hotspot Shield). Dial-Up Internet Connections are not supported.
Internet Browsers	Browsers not found on the list of Supported Internet Browsers in this document cannot be used for exam delivery.

Compass Cloud

For delivery of:

See the Compass Cloud for a list of deliverables.

Compass Cloud: In-Center | Compass Cloud: Remote

Exam Administrators and Test Candidates must meet or exceed the requirements listed below for Compass Cloud (also note the communication requirements for all users):

Note: If it is not found in the requirements below then it should be considered "Not Supported".

Compass Cloud - Exam Administrator (Proctor) Requirements
Item	Required / Minimum
Device	Laptop or Desktop (recommended) Tablets or other mobile devices
Screen Resolution	Recommended minimum screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 (resolutions lower than the minimum will still work, but may require the user to scroll to the right or zoom out to see all features)
Supported Internet Browsers	The preferred internet browser is Chrome. Edge and Safari are also supported.
Internet Connection Speed	High-speed internet
Webcam	Compass: Remote only - Used for identity & environment check

Compass Cloud - Test Candidate Requirements
Item	Required / Minimum
Operating System	Laptop or Desktop with: Windows 11 Enterprise, Professional, Home, or Education Windows 10 Enterprise, Professional, Home, or Education Ver. 1607 build 14393.2515 or later (32-bit and 64-bit) Mac OS X Tahoe 26.x Mac OS X Sequoia 15.x Mac OS X Sonoma 14.x Chromebook with a current operating system (OS)
	Important: The language of the OS on your computer must match the exam language you are scheduled to take in Compass Cloud
Admin Rights In-Center	Windows and Mac users will need local admin rights to install the Compass Cloud desktop app. Chromebook users will need to download the Compass Cloud app from the Play Store. Managed devices may require that a local IT Admin allow the Chromebook app to be installed or install it on your behalf.
Admin Rights Remote	Windows and Mac users will need the ability to download and execute a program file from a browser. Chromebook users will need to download the Compass Cloud app from the Play Store. Managed devices may require that a local IT Admin allow the Chromebook app to be installed or install it on your behalf.
Screen Resolution	Recommended minimum screen resolution of 1280 x 800
Display	Any monitor that can display the supported resolutions above (multiple monitors are not supported during the exam)
Supported Internet Browsers	The preferred internet browser is Chrome. Edge and Safari are also supported.
Input Devices	Full Keyboard and a 2-Button Mouse
Internet Connection Speed	A download speed of at least 10 Mbps* per workstation (for In-Center users, your CATC will be responsible for ensuring your bandwidth; for Remote users, Test Candidates must check their own - see note* below)
Webcam	Compass: Remote only - Used for identity & environment check
	*Important: Before using the Compass Cloud product, we strongly encourage all Test Candidates to test their bandwidth to verify it is adequate and ensure the session will not be interrupted. A reputable third-party site you may use is . Ensure other users who may share your connection are offline during the bandwidth test and during your actual exam session.

Communication Requirements (all users)
Item	Required / Minimum
Emails	To ensure you receive all of our automated system and support emails, whitelist the following addresses: noreply@certiport.com customerservices@certiport.com
Communication Ports & Addresses	Note: As a consequence of ��app's data center transition on January 21st, 2024, it became impossible to provide a list of specific IP addresses that must be accessible for an uninterrupted exam experience. As such, we are now requiring the domains listed below to be whitelisted. Required: The domain certiport.com needs to be accessible. Also, need to have full access through ports 80 (HTTP), 443 (HTTPS), and HTTP redirects permitted. Required: The following domains will also require unrestricted communication via whitelisting: http://.certiport.com & https://.certiport.com http://.pearson.com & https://.pearson.com http://.pearsonvue.com & https://.pearsonvue.com http://.starttest.com & https://.starttest.com http://.starttest2.com & https://.starttest2.com http://.startpractice.com & https://.startpractice.com http://.programworkshop.com & https://.programworkshop.com http://vueapbrowser.starttest.com/?program=��appSB http://.gettesting.com & https://.gettesting.com https://pduc-ctp-sigr.service.signalr.net Note: On certain systems, it may be necessary to enter the whitelisted domain name without the use of the wildcard asterisk (e.g. "https://certiport.com"). Note: If the internet is accessed through an authenticating proxy server and the system is not configured to automatically pass credentials to it, you will experience issues while testing.
Communication Ports & Addresses	IT Specialist Python Next Generation Support: In addition to the domains above that are required to be whitelisted for Compass Cloud, the following domains must also be whitelisted when delivering the IT Specialist Python Next Generation exam: .skillable.com .labondemand.com .learnondemand.net .holsystems.com Learnondemandsystemsb2c.b2clogin.com For more information see the IT Specialist program section.

Prohibited Items

Note: If an item is not found in the list below or in the Advanced Requirements list above then the item should also be considered 'Not Supported'.

Item	Exam delivery must adhere to the following restrictions
Portable Computing Devices	Touch Screen Laptops, Tablets and Smartphones are strictly prohibited for the Test Candidate. Note: Examples of prohibited portable computing devices include, but are not limited to: Surface Pro, Android and iOS phones, and tablets.
Processor	Devices running Ultra Mobile Processors are strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to Intel Atom, AMD NEO CPU lines, and ARM CPUs.
RAM	Less than the specified minimum RAM of your exam workstation OS
Operating Systems	Windows XP & Vista are strictly prohibited Windows Server Operating System strictly prohibited on the exam delivery workstations Virtual environments are strictly prohibited for exam delivery All Linux/Unix based Operating Systems are strictly prohibited
Display	Touch Screen monitors are strictly prohibited for exam delivery. Display resolution less than 1024 x 768 in 16-bit color is strictly prohibited. Multiple monitors are not supported during the exam.
Network Connection	��app strongly recommends avoiding networks configurations that involve Proxy Servers, Advanced Firewall Security Configurations, and other network security measures such as but not limited to packet filtering or packet inspection.
Internet Connection	VPN connections are strongly discouraged and will result in disruption to exam delivery. SSL VPNs are strictly prohibited (e.g., Hotspot Shield). Dial-Up Internet Connections are not supported.
Internet Browsers	Browsers not found on the list of Supported Internet Browsers in this document cannot be used for exam delivery.

Exams from Home

For delivery of:

See the Exams from Home Exams List page for a list of deliverables.

Important: The Exams from Home (EFH) delivery modality and these support pages will retire on August 31, 2026. All users must transition to our new Compass Cloud delivery modality Compass Cloud: Remote.

Note: Access restrictions to EFH began on October 15, 2024. If Compass Cloud is not a viable option, your CATC may to use Compass Cloud: Remote. Currently exempt CATCs using EFH do not need to apply again to employ Compass Cloud: Remote. For questions, contact your ��app Territory Manager.

Exam Administrators and Test Candidates must meet or exceed the requirements listed below for Exams from Home (also note the communication requirements for all users):

Note: If it is not found in the requirements below then it should be considered "Not Supported".

EFH Exam Administrator (Proctor) Requirements
Item	Required / Minimum
Operating System	Laptop or Desktop with: Windows 11 Enterprise, Professional, Home, or Education Windows 10 Enterprise, Professional, Home, or Education Ver. 1607 build 14393.2515 or later (32-bit and 64-bit) Mac OS X Tahoe 26.x Mac OS X Sequoia 15.x Mac OS X Sonoma 14.x Chromebook with a current operating system (OS)
Screen Resolution	Recommended minimum screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 (resolutions lower than the minimum will still work, but will require the user to scroll to the right or zoom out in order to see the Chat feature)
Supported Internet Browsers	The preferred internet browser is Chrome. Internet Explorer, Edge, and Safari are also supported
Input Devices	Full Keyboard and a Mouse
Internet Connection Speed	A download speed of at least 10 Mbps*
	Important: Before using the Exams from Home product, we strongly encourage all Exam Administrators to test their bandwidth to verify it is adequate and ensure the session will not be interrupted. A reputable third-party site you may use is . Ensure other members of your household are offline during the bandwidth test and during your actual exam session.
	*Please Note: Using video conferencing software may put an additional burden on your bandwidth that may exceed the baseline technical requirements we have set forth above. ��app's Technical Support team will also not be able to troubleshoot any issues related to third-party software use.

EFH Test Candidate Requirements
Item	Required / Minimum
Operating System	Laptop or Desktop with: Windows 11 Enterprise, Professional, Home, or Education Windows 10 Enterprise, Professional, Home, or Education Ver. 1607 build 14393.2515 or later (32-bit and 64-bit) Mac OS X Sonoma 14.x Mac OS X Ventura 13.x Mac OS X Monterey 12.x Chromebook with a current operating system (OS)
	Important: The language of the OS on your computer must match the exam language you are scheduled to take in Exams from Home
Admin Rights	You will need the ability to download and execute a program file from your browser (see the user guide for info on managed Chromebook devices)
Screen Resolution	Recommended minimum screen resolution of 1280 x 800
Display	Any monitor that can display the supported resolutions above (multiple monitors are not supported during the exam)
Supported Internet Browsers	The preferred internet browser is Chrome. Internet Explorer, Edge, and Safari are also supported
Input Devices	Full Keyboard and a 2-Button Mouse
Webcam	Required for Identity & Environment Check
Internet Connection Speed	A download speed of at least 10 Mbps*
	Important: Before using the Exams from Home product, we strongly encourage all Test Candidates to test their bandwidth to verify it is adequate and ensure the session will not be interrupted. A reputable third-party site you may use is . Ensure other members of your household are offline during the bandwidth test and during your actual exam session.
	*Please Note: Using video conferencing software may put an additional burden on your bandwidth that may exceed the baseline technical requirements we have set forth above. ��app's Technical Support team will also not be able to troubleshoot any issues related to third-party software use.

Communication Requirements (all users)
Item	Required / Minimum
Emails	To ensure you receive all of our automated system and support emails, whitelist the following addresses: noreply@certiport.com customerservices@certiport.com
Communication Ports & Addresses	Note: As a consequence of ��app's data center transition on January 21st, 2024, it became impossible to provide a list of specific IP addresses that must be accessible for an uninterrupted exam experience. As such, we are now requiring the domains listed below to be whitelisted. Required: The domain certiport.com needs to be accessible. Also, need to have full access through ports 80 (HTTP), 443 (HTTPS), and HTTP redirects permitted. Required: The following domains will also require unrestricted communication via whitelisting: http://.certiport.com & https://.certiport.com http://.pearson.com & https://.pearson.com http://.pearsonvue.com & https://.pearsonvue.com http://.starttest.com & https://.starttest.com http://.starttest2.com & https://.starttest2.com http://.startpractice.com & https://.startpractice.com http://.programworkshop.com & https://.programworkshop.com http://vueapbrowser.starttest.com/?program=��appSB http://.gettesting.com & https://.gettesting.com https://pduc-ctp-sigr.service.signalr.net Note: On certain systems, it may be necessary to enter the whitelisted domain name without the use of the wildcard asterisk (e.g. "https://certiport.com"). Note: If the internet is accessed through an authenticating proxy server and the system is not configured to automatically pass credentials to it, you will experience issues while testing.

Disclaimer: While it is very unlikely to occur, ��app is not responsible for any damage to data, software, computer, telecommunications, or other equipment (including damage caused by virus transmission) that candidates may experience as a result of using ��app Exams from Home.

Prohibited Items

Note: If an item is not found in the list below or in the Advanced Requirements list above then the item should also be considered 'Not Supported'.

Item	Exam delivery must adhere to the following restrictions
Portable Computing Devices	Touch Screen Laptops, Tablets and Smartphones are strictly prohibited for the Test Candidate. Note: Examples of prohibited portable computing devices include, but are not limited to: Surface Pro, Android and iOS phones, and tablets.
Processor	Devices running Ultra Mobile Processors are strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to Intel Atom, AMD NEO CPU lines, and ARM CPUs.
RAM	Less than the specified minimum RAM of your exam workstation OS
Operating Systems	Windows XP & Vista are strictly prohibited Windows Server Operating System strictly prohibited on the exam delivery workstations Virtual environments are strictly prohibited for exam delivery All Linux/Unix based Operating Systems are strictly prohibited
Display	Touch Screen monitors are strictly prohibited for exam delivery. Display resolution less than 1024 x 768 in 16-bit color is strictly prohibited. Multiple monitors are not supported during the exam.
Network Connection	��app strongly recommends avoiding networks configurations that involve Proxy Servers, Advanced Firewall Security Configurations, and other network security measures such as but not limited to packet filtering or packet inspection.
Internet Connection	VPN connections are strongly discouraged and will result in disruption to exam delivery. SSL VPNs are strictly prohibited (e.g., Hotspot Shield). Dial-Up Internet Connections are not supported.
Internet Browsers	Browsers not found on the list of Supported Internet Browsers in this document cannot be used for exam delivery.

Certification program requirements

Adobe Certified Professional

Exams list:

Important: For full support of the Adobe Certified Professional Live-in-the-App exams when using Compass for Windows or Compass for Mac, including minor version support details, see the Adobe Program Support page.

Adobe Certified Professional 2026, 2025, 2024, or 2023 Suites:

After Effects (Live-in-the-Application / LITA)
Animate (Live-in-the-Application / LITA)
Dreamweaver (Live-in-the-Application / LITA)
Illustrator (Live-in-the-Application / LITA)
InDesign (Live-in-the-Application / LITA)
Photoshop (Live-in-the-Application / LITA)
Premiere Pro (Live-in-the-Application / LITA)

Adobe Certified Professional:

Acrobat Pro (Live-in-the-Application / LITA)
Express (Selected Response / SR)
Firefly (Selected Response / SR)

Note: Please check our Exam Releases page for the status of individual releases for our newest exam suites.

System requirements/recommendations

The above exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems*.

*Compass for Windows and Compass for Mac run natively/locally and require the Adobe software to be installed for LITA delivery. Compass Cloud also delivers Adobe LITA, but does so in a virtual environment via browser and does not require your workstation to have the Adobe software installed.

Autodesk

Exams list:

Important: For full support of the Autodesk Certified User Live-in-the-App exams when using Compass for Windows, including all technical requirements, see the Autodesk Program Support page.

Autodesk Certifications

Tinkercad - (Selected Response - SR exam)**

ACU (Live-in-the-application)*

Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User Exam
Autodesk Inventor Certified User Exam - Imperial
Autodesk Inventor Certified User Exam - Metric
Autodesk Revit Architecture Certified User Exam - Imperial
Autodesk Revit Architecture Certified User Exam - Metric
Autodesk 3ds Max Certified User Exam
Autodesk Maya Certified User Exam†
Autodesk Fusion Certified User Exam (Selected Response - SR exam)**

*Note: ACU local Live-in-the-Application (LITA) exam delivery can only be delivered via Compass for Windows. Virtual LITA delivery is available in Compass Cloud.

**Note: Since Tinkercad 3D Design and Fusion are SR exams (non-LITA), they are also both available in Compass for Mac.

†Note: See the Compass for Windows section for additional requirements when delivering the ACU 2026 or 2025 Maya exam.

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass Cloud, or Compass for Mac* delivery systems.

*Note: SR exams only.

Apple App Development with Swift Certifications

Exams list:

App Development with Swift Certified User
App Development with Swift Associate

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Agriscience and Technology Careers

Exams list:

Agriscience Foundations

System requirements/recommendations

This exam can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Critical Career Skills (CCS)

Exams list:

Professional Communication
Generative AI Foundations

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST)

Exams list:

Cisco Certified Support Technician - Cybersecurity
Cisco Certified Support Technician - Networking
Cisco Certified Support Technician - IT Support

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB)

Exams list:

Entrepreneurship and Small Business Exam v.2
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Exam (all but U.S.*)
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Universal Exam

*Note: The U.S. v.1 exam has been retired.

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Hospitality and Culinary Arts Careers

Exams list:

Culinary Foundations

System requirements/recommendations

This exam can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Health Sciences Careers

Exams list:

Medical Administrative Assistant

System requirements/recommendations

This exam can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

IC3 Digital Literacy GS6

Exams list:

Level 1
Level 2
Level 3

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

IC3 Digital Literacy GS5

Exams list:

Computing Fundamentals (SR)
Key Applications (SR)
Living Online (SR)

These exams are delivered with the Compass for Windows and Compass for Mac delivery systems and do not have any additional requirements outside of Compass.

Note: The complete IC3 Digital Literacy certification is comprised of three separate exams: Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications, and Living Online. A Test Candidate can only earn the IC3 GS5 certification by passing all three different IC3 GS5 exams.

IC3 GS5 Fast Track Assessment – GMetrix Online Delivered Testing

System requirements/recommendations

See above.

IC3 Spark

Exams list:

IC3 Spark (Office 2016)

System requirements/recommendations

This exam is delivered with the Compass for Windows delivery system and does not have any additional requirements outside of Compass.

Intuit Certifications

Exams list:

Intuit Quickbooks Certified User Online U.S.
Intuit Design for Delight Innovator
Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional
Intuit Personal Finance U.S.

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Information Technology Specialist

Exams list:

Artificial Intelligence
Cloud Computing
Cybersecurity
Databases
Data Analytics
Device Configuration and Management
HTML and CSS
HTML5 Application Development
Java
JavaScript
Networking
Network Security
Python
Python Next Generation* (see system requirements below)
Software Development

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above) with the exception of the Python Next Generation exam (see below).

IT Specialist - Python Next Generation Support

*In addition to the domains that are required to be whitelisted for our delivery systems, the following domains must also be whitelisted when delivering the IT Specialist Python Next Generation exam:

*.skillable.com
*.labondemand.com
*.learnondemand.net
*.holsystems.com
Learnondemandsystemsb2c.b2clogin.com

**The Python Next Generation exam is not available in Compass for Mac or when using a Mac with Compass Cloud. For more information on the Python NG update please refer to the table below and click for more information.

Python NG System Support	Windows	Mac	Chromebook
Compass for Windows	Yes	N/A	N/A
Compass for Mac	N/A	No	N/A
Compass Cloud	Yes	No	Yes
Exams from Home	Yes	Yes	Yes

Meta Certification

Exams list:

Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate

System requirements/recommendations

This exam can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Microsoft 365 Apps

Exams list:

(Live-in-the-application)*

See the Exam Releases page for planned exam release dates.

System requirements/recommendations

*The MOS 365 Apps exams are only delivered with the Compass for Windows and Compass Cloud delivery systems.

Supported Office Versions:

Microsoft 365 Apps (formerly Office 365 ProPlus) versions 2202 or later (32 or 64-bit). Note: We recommend version 2502 in the Semi-Annual Enterprise update channel, but also support the Monthly Enterprise update channel; see the see the Office 365 FAQ for more info. Versions prior to and including 1808 are compatible with the MOS 2016 exams. Versions from 1808 to 2202 are compatible with the MOS 2019 exams.

Supported Microsoft Subscriptions:

Microsoft 365 A3/A5/E3/E5/G3/G5
Office 365 A3/A5/E3/E5/G3/G5
Microsoft 365 Apps for Education
Microsoft 365 Apps for Education (Device)
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise (Device)
Microsoft 365 Apps for Faculty
Microsoft 365 Apps for Students

*Note: All Live-in-the-application Microsoft Office Specialist exams delivered with Compass for Windows require a complete, local installation of the Office software, and only one Office Suite version may be installed per machine.

Microsoft 365 Apps: If you are using a cloud-based subscription to install the Office software, please see the Office 365 FAQ as it relates to delivering MOS exams with our Compass system.

Office Shared Computer Activation and Device-based License: As documented in the Compass for Windows User Guide, CATCs using shared computer activation or device-based license of the locally installed Microsoft Office software required for Live-in-the-Application testing will be prompted for action when administering MOS exams. These actions may include activating the software (if opened for the first time), or signing in to the application. Compass opens the software and addresses any one-time or other prompts from the application prior to the exam to avoid anything that may cause an interference during actual testing.

Technical Info: If you should encounter any errors launching a MOS exam in a traditional (native) classroom environment using the shared license model please contact Technical Support.

Important: The following requirements are in addition to any requirements specified in the Compass for Windows section.

Item	Required / Minimum	Recommended
Processor	1.6 GHz or faster, 2-core	Core i5 or equivalent
RAM	4 GB RAM; 2 GB RAM (32-bit)	8 GB
Hard Drive: (Free Space after Office and Windows install)	5 GB	5 GB on a Solid State drive
Screen Resolution	1280 x 800	1920 x 1080
Keyboard & Mouse	Yes	Yes
Internet Connection Speed	256 kbps or DSL	High Speed Internet

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Office 2019

Exams list:

(Live-in-the-application)*

System requirements/recommendations

*The MOS 2019 exams are only delivered with the Compass for Windows and Compass Cloud delivery systems.

Supported Office Versions:

Microsoft Office 2019 Professional or Professional Plus (32 or 64-bit)
Microsoft 365 Apps (formerly Office 365 ProPlus) versions 1808 to 2202 (32 or 64-bit). Note: Versions prior to and including 1808 can take MOS 2016 exams. Versions following and including 2202 can take MOS 365 Apps exams. Automatic updates are not recommended for delivering MOS 2019 exams. We recommend the Semi-Annual update channel, but also support the Monthly Enterprise update channel; see the Office 365 FAQ for more info

Technical Info: If you should encounter any errors launching a MOS exam in a traditional (native) classroom environment using the shared license model please contact Technical Support.
Exams from Home: If the Shared Computer Activation is preventing you from testing in a timely manner, you have the option to use Exams from Home, which is a virtual environment where the locally installed Microsoft Office software is managed by ��app. See our Exams from Home page to get started.

Important: The following requirements are in addition to any requirements specified in the Compass for Windows section.

Item	Required / Minimum	Recommended
Processor	1.6 GHz or faster, 2-core	Core i5 or equivalent
RAM	4 GB RAM; 2 GB RAM (32-bit)	8 GB
Hard Drive: (Free Space after Office and Windows install)	5 GB	5 GB on a Solid State drive
Screen Resolution	1280 x 800	1920 x 1080
Keyboard & Mouse	Yes	Yes
Internet Connection Speed	256 kbps or DSL	High Speed Internet

Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE)

Exams list:

Technology Literacy for Educators (62-193)

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Microsoft Certified Fundamentals

Exams list:

Microsoft Certified Fundamentals Exams:

AI-901 - Azure AI Fundamentals
AB-900 - Microsoft 365 Copilot and Agent Administration Fundamentals
AZ-900 – Azure Fundamentals
DP-900 - Azure Data Fundamentals
PL-900 – Power Platform Fundamentals
SC-900 - Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Project Management Institute (PMI)

Exams list:

PMI Project Management Ready

System requirements/recommendations

This exam can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Unity Certifications

Exams list:

Unity Certified User: Programmer
Unity Certified User: VR Developer
Unity Certified User: Artist
Unity Certified Associate: Game Developer

System requirements/recommendations

These exams can be delivered with the Compass for Windows, Compass for Mac, or Compass Cloud delivery systems (see above).

Web Development on WordPress

Exams list:

Web Certified Editor (WCE) - for the WordPress® platform
Web Certified Developer (WCD) - for the WordPress® platform
Web Certified Administrator (WCA) - for the WordPress® platform
Web Page Builder Specialist (WPS) - focused on Elementor® for WordPress®
Web E-Commerce Specialist (WCS) - focused on WooCommerce® for WordPress®

System requirements/recommendations

These exams are delivered via Knowledge Pillar's ARK platform, and not with any ��app-based system.

Technical/System Requirements:

A stationary computer or laptop (tablets, smartphones and other mobile devices are not supported) in good condition.
Processor – Intel Core 2 DUO or AMD Athlon x2, or newer models with SSE2 support, with at least 2 cores, and 1,8 GHz or above.
3 GB RAM – or more.
Free space on HDD or SSD – 500 MB.
The latest version of Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Yandex Browser internet browsers.
Supported Operating Systems: Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11, macOS 10.10 or newer - for Google Chrome; 10.12 or newer - for Yandex Browser and Microsoft Edge; Ubuntu 14.04 (x64) or newer, Debian 8 or newer, OpenSUSE 13.3 or newer, Fedora Linux 24 or newer.
Availability of a stable Internet connection with the rate of data transmission from the user of at least 1 Mbit/s. You can test the connection speed

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Technical Support:

Email: support@Knowledge-Pillars.com
Phone: 801-610-9295

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