No. Translators and interpreters are not permitted during NAEC certification exams. However, applicants whose primary language is not English may request a language accommodation.
Eligible applicants must submit an accommodation request and supporting documentation during the application process, prior to taking the exam. If approved, applicants will receive additional testing time as determined by NAEC.
The language accommodation provides additional testing time only and shall not include translation of exam questions or reference materials, the use of interpreters, translation software, or other unauthorized testing aids.
Accommodation request forms are available in the Certification Handbook or can be requested from the certification staff at
