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It's simple. Qualified Assessors:
Yes. Qualified Assessor candidates are required to complete three online training modules, one unproctored exam and one proctored exam provided by NRCA.
Qualified Assessor candidates must pass a computer-based, open-book exam that addresses NRCA ProCertification policies and procedures. Once complete, they must pass a proctored, computer-based final exam. You can prepare for the exam by reviewing the documents and training provided by NRCA.
Qualified Assessors are permitted, at their discretion, to charge a fee for conducting performance exams. However, if a Qualified Assessor chooses to charge a fee, he or she must charge the same fee to all candidates for whom the Qualified Assessor conducts the same performance exam. The Qualified Assessor may not vary charges or discriminate in the fees charged for any reason. NRCA does not receive any part of fees Qualified Assessors are paid.
Installers’ hands-on skills-based performance exams can be conducted conveniently at the installer's contractor's shop if it meets NRCA’s Standard Testing Conditions. If this is not an option, NRCA will help you find an exam location that meets NRCA's Standard Testing Conditions, such as a local manufacturer's training center; local union training facility; local, state or regional roofing association training center; vocational school; community college; or other type of facility.
A Qualified Assessor can assess up to four candidates at one time.
Qualified Assessors cannot conduct performance exams for individuals who are direct employees or subcontracted employees of the same company that also employs the Qualified Assessor.
All applicants for NRCA’s Qualified Assessor credential must be a minimum 21 years of age. Eligibility requirements differ for each type of roof system; the requirements are outlined in the NRCA Qualified Assessor Eligibility section.
As merely an agent acting on behalf of NRCA, an NRCA Qualified Assessor acting in good faith should not personally be liable for the results of any NRCA decisions, actions or omissions related to the certification of any individual nor any decisions, actions or omissions of any installer who becomes NRCA ProCertified. This includes all actions or omissions relating to quality of performance or workmanship by any NRCA ProCertified installer.
NRCA ProCertification has been developed in accordance with ISO and ANSI accreditation standards to ensure high-quality, highly defensible certifications that meet the roofing industry’s needs. NRCA is the certifying body, not the Qualified Assessor. An NRCA Qualified Assessor is merely recording what occurs during a hands-on performance exam; NRCA determines whether the applicant passes or fails the exam and is sufficiently skilled to earn the NRCA certification. NRCA maintains valid liability insurance for the purpose of conducting its ProCertification program.
Proctored online final exams may be taken at secure computer testing centers located throughout the U.S. For the location nearest you, call (866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722) and ask for NRCA's Certification Department or email QAsupport@nrca.net.
Most candidates complete the exam in less than two hours, but you are allowed up to 2 1/2 hours.
Yes; you may retake the final exam after a five-day grace period.
Exam results only are reported as a pass/fail score. All scores are calculated using standard psychometric practices.
NRCA only will provide general feedback, such as areas of poor performance, not question-specific results.
To gain admission to NRCA ProCertification testing centers, you must present a valid (unexpired) government issued photo ID such as a driver’s license, passport or work authorization card. Failure to supply proper ID at the time of the exam is considered a missed appointment and an additional exam fee may apply.
The Qualified Assessor enrollment fee covers three training modules and one attempt at the final exam per person per discipline. Once you pass the final exam, you receive your NRCA ProCertification ID card, hardhat decals and digital badge as evidence of your credential.
If you cancel your Qualified Assessor proctored final exam or miss your appointment, you will be charged a rescheduling fee based on the following:
If you are not successful at passing the proctored final exam, you will be charged a retake fee of $199 for members and $399 for nonmembers.
Qualified Assessors must pay an annual renewal fee of $149 for NRCA members and $299 for nonmembers. One annual fee covers all designations earned.
Yes, NRCA Qualified Assessor renewal is required every three years.
For more information, visit the NRCA Qualified Assessor Maintenance section.
