CCRTM FAQs

The CCRTM exam is available in selected Pearson VUE Test Centres across the globe. You can book your online exam now via the Pearson VUE website.

The CCRTM exam is £1600+VAT (VAT only applicable to the UK) taken in two parts. The CCRTM Multiple Choice and the CCRTM Scenario. Each part is £800+VAT (VAT only applicable to the UK). 

Promo codes are available for a limited period of time both for CREST Members who can get 75% off and non-members who can get 40% off.*

CREST members must ensure they use their CREST Member email to unlock the maximum discount. 

Claim your code on our dedicated page: CCRTM Examination Promotional Form

*Our launch promotional period will run until 30 July 2025. Please note: your exam must be booked by 30 July 2025 and taken by 30 August 2025.

Please see the following Pearson VUE link and select the correct region for Pearson VUE’s customer support.

Yes. It remains valid for 3 years from the date you sat the exam. 

On each individual certification page, you can find the syllabus, notes for candidates, and sample questions designed to be similar to those found in the exam. 

The CCRTM is a closed book exam. Therefore, no books, written notes, internet access or other electronic devices will be allowed. 

Currently, there are no training providers offering public and off the shelf courses for CCRTM. However, CREST has been working on expanding the number of partners and you can find a list of all training providers on this link: Training Provider Search

The majority of successful candidates have gained real-world experience, augmented by training courses in certain disciplines, before attempting the examination. 

The quality and credibility of CREST exams depends on maintaining their integrity and security. We use various methods and tools to regularly scan the web for sites that claim to offer our exam materials and as a member of the CREST community, you play a vital role in helping us protect our exam content, their value, and in turn, your certifications. 

If you have any doubts about the legitimacy of a resource, or have any information about fraudulent behaviour or misconduct, please report in confidence using our iSpy reporting form. Alternatively, you can email us at [email protected].  

Multiple Choice & Long Form exam 

The exam duration is 3 hours in total, split as follows:

– Multiple-choice test (1 hour)

– Long from component (2 hours)

Candidates will be given an additional 15 minutes for reading time prior to the start of the long form component.

Scenario exam

The written scenario exam duration is 3 hours and candidates will be given an additional 15 minutes for reading time prior to the start of the exam.

CREST makes every effort to email candidates with their result letter within 20 days of the examination being taken. Where a pass is achieved on both CCRTM exams, an email will be sent from Credly inviting you to claim your digital badge. A certificate can also be downloaded from your Credly account.

You will be required to sign both when booking the CCRTM exam at Pearson VUE. 

Candidates must contact the CREST support team at least 2 weeks before the potential exam date with a formal medical report from a qualified medical practitioner specialising in the particular condition. Candidates should register an account with Pearson VUE but not book an exam date until the accommodation request has been processed. For more information please contact [email protected].

The CCRTM is a closed book exam. Therefore, no books, written notes, internet access or other electronic devices will be allowed. Electronic items such as mobile phones, smart watches, ear buds etc will not be permitted to be taken into the exam. You will be required to surrender all electronic items and potentially other personal items. Lockers will be provided. 

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Yes. You can only book the CREST CCRTM exam through a Pearson VUE account. Please follow the link to set up an account if you have not already done so: Pearson VUE.

If you do run out of time, or forget to save, then your exam will be auto submitted. 

You will be provided with a 5-minute warning notification.

You need to bring two forms of government issued IDs one of which must have a picture. Most candidates bring their passport and the driver’s licence. No photocopies will be accepted. Please see the following link for more detailed information: English (pearsonvue.com) 

Pearson VUE provides relevant information for candidates via their resource hub: helpful resources for test-takers