The certification test is given quarterly. There are 2 parts and applicants must score at least 70% on both parts to become a claims administrator. If either part is not passed an applicant must take the entire test again. Applicants have a maximum of 4 hours to take the test.

The test includes sections on:

• Claim validity.
• Wages, Loss of Earning Power and other claim management calculations.
• Questions on various other issues vital to claim management.

Applicants should bring their own:

• Pens/pencils.
• Erasers.

Applicants may also bring:

• A personal calculator, if preferred (only basic 10-key solar or battery operated will be allowed).
• A beverage and/or snack.

The department will provide:

• Test resource materials needed to take the test.
• Calculators.
• Scratch paper.

Applicants are allowed to take short breaks at their own convenience. There are vending machines and bathrooms close by the testing room.

To apply to take the test:

• See Upcoming Test Dates.
• Register online with Secure Access Washington (SAW).

Test results will be provided within 2 weeks.

Note: If you don't receive a passing score, you must wait 6 months to retake the test.