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Prometric plans to reopen some U.S. test centers after May 31, 2020, in compliance with local guidelines and restrictions. NCARB has issued rolling clock extensions totaling nine months to all valid passing ARE scores, and we recommend rescheduling test appointments for the fall. Read the full message.

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