SkillCred Exams: Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ for SkillCred Exams Only
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SkillCreds offer a new exam experience combining a variety of item types including multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blank, open format, terminal input, and more.
These skill-based credentials allow you to demonstrate your knowledge and experience in very specific technical areas (i.e. Vim, Bash, Git, etc.).
A certificate of completion for your specific SkillCred credential will be provided once you pass the exam.
The LF proctoring service involves automated identity verification, and sessions are monitored and recorded.
LF reserves the right to invalidate the exam score and certification result, and a written notice of the violation(s) and sanction will be sent to the test taker, if is detected.
Please review the to ensure your machine can support our online exams.
Webcam
If you will be testing from an employer-provide ISP or will use an employer provided machine, please ensure that streaming will be allowed using WebRTC.
Candidates are not allowed to have other applications or browser windows running except the one on which the Exam is being shown.
Microphone
Please check to make sure it is working before you start your exam session.
One active monitor (either built in or external) (NOTE: Dual Monitors are NOT supported). The Linux Foundation recommends a screen size of 15” or higher to support the ExamUI
Reliable internet access
Ensure others on the same internet connection are not performing activities that use excessive bandwidth (i.e. holding conference calls, streaming content, gaming, etc.)
A wired connection is often more stable and robust than a wireless connection
Turn off bandwidth-intensive services (e.g. file sync, dropbox, BitTorrent)
Below are the expectations for an acceptable testing environment:
Clutter-free work area
No objects such as paper, writing implements, electronic devices, or other objects on top of surface
No objects such as paper, trash bins, or other objects below the testing surface
Clear walls
No paper/print outs hanging on walls
Paintings and other wall décor is acceptable
Lighting
Space must be well lit so that your face, hands, and surrounding work area are clearly visible
No bright lights or windows behind the examinee
Other
Candidate must remain within the camera frame during the examination
Space must be private where there is no excessive noise. Public spaces such as coffee shops, stores, open office environments, etc. are not allowed.
Candidates need to provide identification (ID) that meets the requirements outlined below:
All IDs must be a valid (unexpired) Government-issued original, physical document (not photocopied or electronic)
IDs must include the candidate's name, photo, and signature*
*Government-issued biometric IDs that do not contain signature will be accepted
Acceptable forms of ID:
International travel passport
Government-issued driver’s license/permit
Government-Issued local language ID (with photo and signature)
National identity card State or province-issued identity card
Alien registration card (green card or permanent resident/visa)
住民基本台帳 (Basic Resident Register with photo) or マイナンバーカード(My Number Card)
Minors, between the age of 16-18, are permitted to take an online proctored exam, provided they complete the following requirements:
At check in, the minor candidate must present a valid student ID as a form of identification
Exams may be administered to citizens of a sanctioned country listed below PROVIDED the citizens are tested OUTSIDE the sanctioned country and their exam registration and current ID show an address OUTSIDE the sanctioned country.
Cuba
Iran
Syria
North Korea
Crimea Region of Ukraine
For SkillCred exams, a score of 70% or above must be earned to pass.
Candidates are allowed 45 minutes to complete each SkillCred exam.
Upon completion, exams are scored automatically and barring any exceptions or technical difficulties, a score report will be sent to the candidate via email within 24 hours from the time that the exam was completed.
The Exams are available in English.
The SkillCred credentials do not have an expiration date.
The first and last name on the ID must exactly match entered on your exam checklist
A Parent/Guardian must complete the form, and submit it to , at least 2 weeks prior to the scheduled date of the exam
If you need additional help, please login with your LF Account to and use the search bar to find an answer to your question, or select your request type from the categories provided.