ECOMM National Computer Simulations FAQ What is the ECOMM National Computer Simulations test? Do I need headphones to take this test? How long will I have to complete it once I start? When should I complete the ECOMM National Computer Simulations? Where do I go to complete the test? When taking the ECOMM National Computer Simulations, the browser crashed. What should I do? Will I be able to see my score for the ECOMM National Computer Simulations? Will my ECOMM National Computer Simulations score be shared with the departments I'm applying to? Can I retake it? What happens if I retake the Emergency Communications test (ECOMM National)? What is the ECOMM National Computer Simulations test? The ECOMM National Computer Simulations test is a group of computer simulations that measure data entry skills, along with other job-related knowledge, skills and abilities for Emergency Communications. See a description of the Emergency Communications tests here. It is a test, and must be taken in a quiet environment, with no help from others. Google Chrome on a laptop or desktop is required for the exam. Many questions have a listening component, so headphones are strongly recommended. You must take the test on a computer with a keyboard. You cannot complete the test on a mobile device. Do I need headphones to take this test? It is a test, and must be taken in a quiet environment, with no help from others. Google Chrome on a laptop or desktop is required for the exam. Many questions have a listening component, so headphones are strongly recommended. How long will I have to complete it once I start? There are 5 sections, and each section is timed. All five sections take 35 minutes to complete. Once you begin the test, you must complete all five sections without stopping. If you log out or close your browser, applicable timers will not stop running. If you have technical issues, click the “I’m having technical issues” button in the exam. If your computer or browser crashed, DO NO attempt to log back in, please contact support (855-821-3761). When should I complete the ECOMM National Computer Simulations? It is part of the NTN application process, and you should take it as soon as possible. You need to complete it before the testing period(s) closes for the job(s) you have applied to. Where do I go to complete the test? You will be able to access and start the test through your NTN candidate account. When taking the ECOMM National Computer Simulations, the browser crashed. What should I do? If you have technical difficulties during the exam, immediately stop the exam by closing your browser and contact support (855-821-3761). Do not attempt to log back into the exam. Will I be able to see my score for the ECOMM National Computer Simulations? No, you will not be able to see your score. Will my ECOMM National Computer Simulations score be shared with the departments I'm applying to? Your score will be shared with the department if that department chooses to utilize this test component as part of their selection process. Can I retake it? If you re-apply and purchase a test for a job requiring the ECOMM National Computer Simulations, you will retake it. You cannot retake the ECOMM National Computer Simulations Test by itself. What happens if I retake the Emergency Communications test (ECOMM National)? Every time an Emergency Communications test is purchased, you will also need to take the ECOMM National Computer Simulations test again.
