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About ProfessionalRating Certifications
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What is a ProfessionalRating Certification?
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What are the benefits of taking a ProfessionalRating Certification?
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Who should take a ProfessionalRating Certification?
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About ProfessionalRating Certifications and Tests
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What is a ProfessionalRating Test?
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How do I take a test?
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What do I do if I get disconnected from the Internet while appearing for a test?
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What kind of format do the tests follow?
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What is the syllabus of each test?
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What rules must be followed while appearing for a test?
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Can I see the answers to the questions after completing my test?
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What are the passing marks for each test?
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Purchasing a ProfessionalRating Test
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How can I purchase a ProfessionalRating test?
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How much does a test cost?
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If I am not satisfied, can I get a refund for the test fee?
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How can I buy more than one test?
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Appearing for a ProfessionalRating Test
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What do I do if I get disconnected while appearing for the test?
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What are the browser requirements for taking a test?
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Why does my unattended free test expire after 1 month?
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When I try to start the test, it jumps back to the previous screen. What could be wrong?
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Hard copy certificate, Transcript and Logo
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What is a ProfessionalRating hard copy certificate?
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How long does it take for my certificate to arrive?
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What is the online transcript?
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What is the ProfessionalRating Certified Professional Logo?
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Resellers and Affiliates
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How can I become a ProfessionalRating affiliate?
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ProfessionalRating Corporate testing
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What services does ProfessionalRating provide to corporates?
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General ProfessionalRating questions
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Are ProfessionalRating certifications approved/endorsed or affiliated with the major software vendors?
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I forgot my username/password?
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When does my certification expire?
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About ProfessionalRating Certifications
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What is an ProfessionalRating Certification?
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ProfessionalRating certifications are online third party certification tests which can
be purchased online and taken from any location. ProfessionalRating certifications are
widely used by job/contract aspirants and recruitment agencies as well as
corporate houses for evaluating professional skills. ProfessionalRating certifications
help individuals get hired faster since their resume has the added credibility
and recognition that comes with being certified.
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What are the benefits of taking an ProfessionalRating certification?
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ProfessionalRating certifications can greatly boost your employment and career
prospects as they are widely acknowledged as a quality means of assessing an
individuals knowledge in a particular skill area. These certifications are
prepared by thorough professionals with several years of experience in their
technical domains. The questions are put
through several rounds of analysis by our expert teams to help build well
balanced, comprehensive and meaningful tests. This is one of the reasons that
ProfessionalRating certified professionals are doing far better than their
counterparts who have not or could not achieve certification.
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Who should take an ProfessionalRating certification?
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If you would like to give your resume and career prospects a cutting edge in the
competitive job market, an ProfessionalRating certification is just the thing for you.
An ProfessionalRating certification will benefit you in the following ways:
- You need to give your resume that most wanted punch which can help land you
a dream job.
- You would like to know where you stand relative to others in your field.
- You would like to gauge your actual level of knowledge through an
independent and authentic assessment system.
- You want to show the world that your skill level is at par with the best.
- You would like to have your knowledge certified in a skill for which there
is no other certification system available.
- You would like to approach job interviews with added confidence by
presenting your hard copy ProfessionalRating certificate of accomplishment to your
prospective employer.
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About ProfessionalRating Certifications and Tests
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What is an ProfessionalRating test?
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ProfessionalRating Certifications can be earned by taking the skill specific
ProfessionalRating online test. The tests have a timed, multiple choice format and can
be taken from any computer with an internet connection.
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How do I take a test?
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Taking an ProfessionalRating test is quick and simple. Just follow
these steps:
1. Pick the test you would like to appear for by choosing
an test from the Test list
page.
2. After reading the syllabus, price etc, click on the 'Take a
test' button and fill the registration form.
3. If the test is not free, you will be required to pay the
test fee by Demand Draft. If you have an ProfessionalRating test pin,
you will be allowed to take the test.
4. Your result will be
displayed immediately and you will be able to view your online score
sheet.
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What do I do if I get disconnected from the Internet while appearing for a
test?
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The procedure for re-starting the test is that you visit Contact us page, and mail us regarding the problem with mentioning your username. The ProfessionalRating team will give you a new testpin to start the test.
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What kind of format do the tests follow?
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The general format of the tests is given below:
- Nature of Tests : Multiple choice questions with one or more correct answers
- Negative marking : No negative marking for wrong answers
- Question weightage : All questions carry equal marks
- Navigation : You can go back and answer unanswered questions
- Answer review : You can review the questions at the end of the test by going
back and altering your answers
- Pictures : Some tests may require you to answer a question based upon a
graphic image
Some tests may follow a completely different format from
this, make sure you read the test details carefully by clicking on the test name
from the list of tests.
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What is the syllabus of each test?
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You can view the topics covered in the test by clicking on the test name from
the list of tests. You will be guided to the test
details page which contains the syllabus.
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What rules must be followed while appearing for a test?
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The tests are all closed book tests. No study material should be used while
taking a test, neither should you take the help of a friend.
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Can I see the answers to the questions after completing my test?
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The answers to the questions are not displayed. This has been done in order to
maintain the secrecy of our questions bank.
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What are the passing marks for each test?
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In general, you require 50% marks to clear a certification test. However, some
tests have a different passing criteria, make sure you read the test details
carefully by clicking on the test name from the list of
tests.
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Purchasing an ProfessionalRating Test
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How can I purchase an ProfessionalRating test?
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ProfessionalRating tests can be purchased by taking Demand Draft in favour of "Professional Rating", payable at Bangalore". To purchase a test, you must choose a test from
the test list page, after which, you will be guided
through the steps to pay for it.
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How much does an test cost?
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The fee for each test differs from one to another. You can check the fee of each
test by visiting the test list page.
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If I am not satisfied, can I get a refund for the test fee?
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There is no provision for a refund. However the test may be re-conducted incase
of an error due to ProfessionalRating. Incase of dissatisfaction with the ProfessionalRating
service, you are advised not to reverse the charge on your credit card as it
will lead to a negative report being sent to your credit card company and bank.
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How can I buy more than one test?
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Simply choose another test from the test list page, and repeat the procedure for
buying an test.
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Appearing for an ProfessionalRating Test
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What do I do if I get disconnected from the Internet while appearing for a
test?
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The procedure for re-starting the test is that you visit Contact us page, and mail us regarding the problem with mentioning your username. The ProfessionalRating team will give you a new testpin to start the test.
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What are the browser requirements for taking a test?
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You can take a test on Internet Explorer 6 or above/Netscape 6 or above. Recent
versions of most other browsers are also supported. You must have cookies,
javascript, pictures and popup windows enabled on your browser.
Some
tests such as the typing test have additional requirements like Java support.
Make sure you view the certificate details page by clicking on the certificate name from the
certificate list page to see any specific hardware
requirements.
The site is best viewable in Internet Explorer 6.
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Why does my unattempted free test expire after 1 month?
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If you have booked yourself up for a free test that you have not completed for 1
month, it will automatically expire. You are free to book up the same or other
free test again. The automatic expiry of tests does not apply to paid tests.
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When I try to start the test, it jumps back to the previous screen. What
could be wrong?
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Most tests will work with the normal computer settings. However
if this problem occurs, you should ensure that popup windows/javascript or
cookies are enabled on your browser. Some of the tests require popup windows to
work, so you must ensure that you turn off any popup blocker. To enable
javascript on the Windows Internet Explorer browser go to: Tools -->Internet
Options -->Click on the Security Tab -->In the security settings enable
Active scripting and also enable Scripting of Java Applets if you are taking the
typing test.
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Hard Copy Certificate, Transcript and Logo
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What is an ProfessionalRating hard copy certificate?
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The ProfessionalRating hard copy certificate is awarded to all successful test takers
who appear for a paid test or who buy a paper certificate after taking a free
test. The certificate is of the highest quality and is suitable for mounting.
The cost of the certificate and surface mailing charges are included in the paid
test fee. Incase of free tests, the certificate can be purchased by paying the
required fee.
ProfessionalRating certified professionals the world over have
used the certificate to their advantage by presenting it to prospective
employers and recruiters as proof of their skills.
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How long does it take for my certificate to arrive?
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The certificate takes 3-4 weeks for delivery depending upon the country you
reside in. It is sent through registered air mail. If you are in a hurry to
receive your certificate, you can order it through FEDEX by paying the express
delivery charges. The option to pay the express delivery charges appears after
passing the test. It usually takes 3-5 days to receive the certificate through
FEDEX.
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What is the online transcript?
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The online transcript is your online marksheet that you can quickly and
conveniently show to employers, clients and friends. The hard copy certificate
that you receive bears your transcript ID, which can be used to access your
online transcript. The online transcript is only available to people who take
paid tests or who buy a paper certificate after taking a free test.
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What is the ProfessionalRating Certified Professional Logo?
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After you pass any of the ProfessionalRating tests, you get rights to use the
ProfessionalRating Certified Professional Logo on your resume, visiting cards,
letterheads and website. The logo is widely recognized and can greatly boost
your personal profile. You can find the logos for the tests you have passed
within your member area. The logo usage rights are available to all paid and
free test takers.
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Resellers and Affiliates
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How can I become an ProfessionalRating affiliate?
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If you have a web site or are a webmaster for a website, you can join the
ProfessionalRating Affiliate Program free of cost. You will be provided with
attractive banners and real time information related to sales and visitors from
your site. To know more about the affiliate program visit the Affiliate Program Information Page.
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ProfessionalRating Corporate Testing
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What services does ProfessionalRating provide to corporates?
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ProfessionalRating offers pre-employement and in-house employee testing services for
companies. The employee testing system offers an affordable, flexible and
convenient way of accurately assessing the skills of manpower resources. The
complete information related to the ProfessionalRating employee testing services is
available at the Corporate Testing
Information Page.
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General ProfessionalRating Questions
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Are ProfessionalRating certifications approved/endorsed or affiliated with the
major software vendors?
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ProfessionalRating is an independent testing authority establishing 3rd party skills
assessment through a well structured and scientific approach. ProfessionalRating tests
are by and large not affiliated with or approved by any of the software vendors
such as Microsoft, Oracle, Sun or IBM. The tests are prepared by ProfessionalRating
through empanelled professionals with several
years of experience in various fields.
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I forgot my username/password?
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Click the 'Forgot Password' link on the login page. You will be guided how to
retrieve your username/password.
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When does my certification expire?
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All certifications are valid for a period of 1 year. The test taker must get
him/herself re-certified after a period of one year to remain certified.
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