SkillCat offers the official EPA 608 certification exam, and the exam rules depend on which certification type you're taking. Here's a complete guide to what you can expect, including proctoring, exam format, device requirements, and time limits.
EPA Type I Exam — Open Book, Non-Proctored
Exam Type: Open book, non-proctored
Device: Desktop or mobile
Proctoring: Not required
Time Limit: 1 hour
What’s Covered:
25 Core questions
25 Type I questions
Total: 50 questions
Passing Score: 70% overall
You can take the EPA Type I exam anytime, anywhere, and reference your materials during the test.
EPA Type II, Type III, and Universal Exams — Closed Book, Proctored
These exams require live remote proctoring and must be taken on your mobile phone through the SkillCat app.
General Rules:
Exam Type: Closed book
Device: Mobile only
Proctoring: Required (via phone camera)
Materials: You cannot reference notes, books, or other resources
Quiet, well-lit environment required
Exam Breakdown and Time Limits:
Type II Exam
Content: 25 Core + 25 Type II
Total Questions: 50
Time Limit: 1 hour
Type III Exam
Content: 25 Core + 25 Type III
Total Questions: 50
Time Limit: 1 hour
Universal Certification
Content: 25 Core + 25 Type I + 25 Type II + 25 Type III
Total Questions: 100
Time Limit: 2 hours
Passing Score: 70% overall on each exam
Summary Table
Exam Type | Book Access | Proctoring | Device Allowed | Questions | Time Limit |
Type I | Open Book | No | Desktop + Phone | 50 | 1 hour |
Type II | Closed Book | Yes | Phone Only | 50 | 1 hour |
Type III | Closed Book | Yes | Phone Only | 50 | 1 hour |
Universal | Closed Book | Yes | Phone Only | 100 | 2 hours |
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