STLE Certification Program FAQs

After I make payment, what is the next step?
Access the exam on your STLE Account page, click on professional development, find the exam, and go to that page to register a time for your exam.  Exams can be taken 72 hours from the time you access registration and are good for 6 months after payment. 
Exams cannot be registered for under 72 hours prior to the start of the exam.

How much does the exam cost?
STLE Members - $450.00 USD
Non-STLE Members - $625.00 USD
STLE Member Retake - $225.00 USD
STLE Non-Member Retake - $305.00 USD.

How long do I have to take the exam?
You will have 180 minutes to answer 150 questions.

Can I retake the exam?
Candidates are eligible to retake the exam as soon as 6 months from the month of their last attempt.

What is it like to take an online exam?
You can also follow our step-by-step instructions STLE Certification Exam Instructions.

What computer requirements are needed for remote exam?
You will need a strong internet connect with a webcam.

When will I receive my exam results?
You will immediately receive an Email from our LMS with your exam results.   

I took the online exam but didn’t receive my results. 
Candidates receive immediate results and feedback through the online exam. If you did not receive your results, it is recommended that you check the email used you’re your STLE account to confirm it is correct. If you need additional assistance, please contact us at certification@stle.org or (847) 825-5536.

I took the exam and passed. When will I get my certificate and digital badge?
You will be listed on the STLE website's Certified Professionals page within a week of your results if not sooner.  Your digital badge and certificate will be emailed to you within 7-10 business days.  Please check here for more instructions on how to accept your badge. Watch for the email from (admin@credly.com) in 7-10 business days to accept them.   Please check your STLE profile to ensure all of your contact information is up to date.

Where can I find materials to prepare on my own for the exam?
Each certification page offers exam prep materials recommended by each committee to help prepare yourself for the exam.  The link for these materials is on each page under the ‘Preparing for Your Exam’ heading.  

Where can I find in-person courses to prepare for the exams?
STLE does not currently offer in-person courses. It is recommended that you reach out the below list of providers to see what they have available.

Rüdiger Krethe
OilDoc GmbH
+49 8034 9047700
info@oildoc.com
https://en.oildoc.com/cls-certifcation/
Exam: CLS (English & German) or OMA I