Exam Instructions and Guidelines
Accessing the Exam Portal
After payment, you will be added to the test portal.
The exam will remain locked until your application is reviewed and approved by an administrator.
Installing the Rosalyn App
Download and install the Rosalyn App to run the exam.
Grant full permissions for the app to function properly.
The app may be uninstalled from your device after completing the exam.
Logging In
Click the "Exam Link" button in the email to access the exam.
If prompted, enter your username and password.
If you don’t know your password, reset it by following instructions at https://theamericankennelclub.synap.ac/.
Starting the Exam
Click the "Exam Link" button in the email. Once logged in, you will see detailed exam information.
Click the “Open Exam” button to begin.
You will have the full allotted time to complete the exam once it starts.
Exam access remains locked until your application is approved.
Exam Settings
Use a desktop or laptop computer to take the exam; smartphones and tablets are not supported for this test.
Proctoring Instructions
Government-Issued ID: Present your ID to verify your identity. Ensure the name on your ID matches your application.
Proctoring Breaches:
If a breach occurs, your exam may be flagged, and the timer will continue to count down. The following are considered breaches:Exiting fullscreen mode.
Using an external monitor.
Opening another browser tab or navigating away from the exam window.
Looking away from the screen.
Checking a cell phone.
Talking to someone during the exam.
Repeated breaches after a warning will freeze the exam.
System Compatibility
It is highly recommended to take the Practice Exam to verify your system's compatibility with the testing requirements.
Following these guidelines will ensure a smooth and fair testing process. Good luck! email questions to groomer@akc.org
Participants may request access to the exam by completing the application and making the payment ($179) here.
The exam will remain locked until eligibility is confirmed.
Schools
AKC Dog Grooming Institute offers a curriculum approval program. Once a program is approved, educational institutions may offer the AKC PGC Exam as a benefit. More information is available on www.akc.org/groomer-hub