HOW TO TEST: WRITTEN EXAMS
Get complete instructions on how to apply for and take CCO certification written exams and recertification exams. The information below is specific to the Mobile Crane Operator program.
PAPER/PENCIL TEST (PPT) OPTION
For paper/pencil tests (PPT), the appropriate Written Exam fees must be enclosed with the Candidate Application. Checks, money orders, or credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, or American Express) may also be used. Do not send cash. Please do not staple the check or money order to the application form, but do include payment in the envelope with all the other application materials.
PPT Written Exam/Retest Fees:
| Core Exam plus one Specialty Exam or Core Exam only (Specialty passed) |
$165
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| Core Exam plus two Specialty Exams |
$175
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| Core Exam plus three Specialty Exams |
$185
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| Core Exam plus four Specialty Exams |
$195
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| One Specialty Exam Only (Core passed) |
$65
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| Two Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$75
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| Three Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$85
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| Four Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$95
|
PPT Recertification Written Exam/Retest Fees:
| Core Exam plus one Specialty Exam or Core Exam only (Specialty passed) |
$150
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| Core Exam plus two Specialty Exams |
$155
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| Core Exam plus three Specialty Exams |
$160
|
| Core Exam plus four Specialty Exams |
$165
|
| One Specialty Exam only (Core passed) |
$50
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| Two Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$55
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| Three Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$60
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| Four Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$65
|
Other Fees:
An additional $50 late fee will be charged if the application is late.
An additional $25 will be charged if a candidate:
An additional $30 fee will be charged if:
- An application form is incomplete
- Full payment is not received or a check is returned
- A credit card cannot be processed for any reason
- A candidate wants to add to (or change) the exams he/she plans to take after scheduling has been completed (in addition to the exam fee)
COMPUTER-BASED TESTING (CBT) OPTION
Candidates desiring to take their written exam(s) using the CBT option should visit the CBT Frequently Asked Questions page, which includes links to a directory of approximately 300 PSI test center locations, fees, step-by-step instructions, and an online application form.
CBT Examination Fees
Candidates must pay the appropriate CBT Written Exam fees when they apply online. A credit card (VISA, MasterCard, or American Express) must be used to pay online. CBT exam payments are valid for one year. If the candidate does not schedule and test within 12 months, he/she forfeits the fees. This does not affect the specified deadline(s) for certification or recertification.
CBT Written Exam/Retest Fees:
| Core Exam only (Specialty passed) |
$205
|
| Core Exam plus one Specialty Exam |
$215
|
| Core Exam plus two Specialty Exams |
$241
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| Core Exam plus three Specialty Exams |
$262
|
| Core Exam plus four Specialty Exams |
$283
|
| One Specialty Exam Only (Core passed) |
$100
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| Two Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$120
|
| Three Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$140
|
| Four Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$160
|
CBT Recertification Written Exam/Retest Fees:
| Core Exam only (Specialty passed) |
$180
|
| Core Exam plus one Specialty Exam |
$185
|
| Core Exam plus two Specialty Exams |
$195
|
| Core Exam plus three Specialty Exams |
$205
|
| Core Exam plus four Specialty Exams |
$215
|
| One Specialty Exam only (Core passed) |
$75
|
| Two Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$85
|
| Three Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$95
|
| Four Specialty Exams (Core passed) |
$105
|
Other Fees:
An additional $25 will be charged if a candidate:
- Needs a replacement certification card or score report
An additional $30 fee will be charged if:
- An application form is incomplete (e.g., name misspelled or does not match name on valid photo ID)
- A credit card cannot be processed for any reason
- Any changes are requested after submitting the application
NOTE: After the candidate has scheduled his/her appointment with PSI, no changes can be made. If the name for the scheduled appointment does not match that on the photo ID presented, all fees will be forfeited.
See fees for all CCO exams.