RNS Exam Details
The CEDIA RNS Beta Exam window has concluded. The RNS Exam Task Force is currently preparing the final version of the test. Candidates who participated in the Beta Exam will receive their scores on or soon after November 1. Candidates wishing to take the regular RNS exam may purchase it now, and schedule it for any time after November 4.
How to Register for RNS Exam
- Complete the above application form and pay the exam fee.
- CEDIA will process your application within 3 business days and send you an email with instructions on setting up a Webassessor Account and scheduling your exam. In that email you will receive a Kryterion scheduling voucher which can be used to register for an exam in either of the following two options:
- Remote Online Proctoring – take the exam from the convenience of your own home or business. Learn more about this option in the Remote Proctoring information page and from the Kryterion Support page.
- Local Kryterion Test Center – There are 1,000+ global test centers and you can browse to locate one near you.
If you do not pass your RNS exam, you may retest. The retest fee is $125 USD / £100 / $180 AUD
Resources for Exam Preparation
Integrated System Technician Book (Chapters 7)
Advanced Residential Electronic Systems Book (Chapters 10-12)
Securing the Residential Networking Whitepaper
Wi-Fi 6 White Paper
Designing Timing-Aware Networks for AV White Paper
AV-Over-IP Systems
Practice Test
Option 1: RNS Practice Test
Option 2: RNS Practice Test
Information for RNS Certification Holders
Current ESC-N Certification holders are encouraged to participate in the beta exam, but will otherwise transition into the RNS Certification at their renewal cycle provided that they earn the required 30 CEUs within their 3 year period and complete the new Code of Conduct agreement form. Additional instructions for renewal will be sent directly as expiration dates near.
RNS Certification holders are encouraged to share their accomplishment and will receive the following from CEDIA upon earning the certification:
- Certification logos in various formats.
- A unique digital badge from Accredible with options to share or download as a PDF. Learn more about CEDIA’s digital badges here.
- Official printed certificate
- For more tips and information on getting the most out of your certification please download the How to Market Your Certification brochure.
To view and manage your certification please log into cedia.org and go to the My Education page from within your account. This will display all your certifications along with your transcript. As you take classes that are eligible for CEUs, you can add them to your transcript through the CEU Petition Form at the bottom of the Education page.
Please contact certification@cedia.org if you have any questions about your certification period or renewing your certification