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American Board of Criminalistics
PO 418
Gardiner, ME  04345

Electronic Testing Information

Prior to your examination date, you must install the Safe Exam Browser and Configuration File, which will require that you have Administrative Rights.  If you do not have the appropriate rights, consult your IT department.  Please complete this step as soon as practicable.  You are responsible for ensuring that your device meets the minimum requirements and you are able to access the examination.  We are providing you with a demo examination in order to ensure that you have the required software and are able to navigate the examination.  You will not be allowed to sit for your examination if you have not completed this necessary step.

Electronic testing will only be allowed on a laptop or desktop computer.  Tablets, Chromebooks, phones, etc. are not allowed.

​Windows requirements:  Windows 7 or newer
MacOS requirements:  MacOS 10.11 or newer

​First, begin with reviewing the instruction and troubleshooting document that is applicable to your current operating system.

I am using Windows
I am using Mac
Once you have reviewed the applicable instruction and trouble shooting document, proceed with following the instructions provided by our vendor.  The examination platform is only compatible with the version of Safe Exam Browser provided on this link.  Use only the Safe Exam Browser and configuration file link provided. 
WebXam Installation Link
If you have issues with the installation, please contact the Registrar's office at [email protected].
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • History
    • By Laws
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    • Contact Us
  • Certification
    • Application Process
      • Testing Accommodations
    • Ed Rhodes Scholarship
    • Recertification
    • Conversion to Emeritus, Name Change, Certificate Replacement
    • Dormancy of Certification
  • Affiliates
  • Examinations
    • Seat Requests and Offerings
      • Host An Exam
    • Biological Screening
    • Drug Analysis
    • Forensic DNA
    • Foundational Knowledge
    • Seized Drug Analysis
  • Ethics
  • Appeals
  • Members Only Access
  • Certificant Directory
  • Online Payments
  • FSAT
    • History of FSAT
  • Electronic Testing Guidelines
  • ABC Personnel Only