CETA CNBT EXAM ADMINISTRATION

The Controlled Environment Testing Association's National Board of Testing (CNBT) is a credentialing program for professionals who certify controlled environment facilities.
Although offered year-round, CETA's largest exam administration takes place at the CETA Annual Conference. 
EXAM DATES & TIMES
CNBT Written Practical Exams: Friday, April 17th | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
CNBT Multiple Choice Exams: Saturday, April 18th | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Click the buttons below to learn more and register for each exam. 
Please Note: Exam registration will be done separately through the CETA website.

Be First. Be Bold. Be Part of the CNBT BSC Pilot Exam.

Help us launch the brand-new CNBT BSC credential and be among the very first to sit for the upcoming BSC exam! 

This is your chance to: 
  • Get a sneak peek at the subject areas covered
  • Put your knowledge to the test before the official launch
  • Directly influence how the exam is shaped for the entire industry
Why this matters

CETA and CNBT are introducing the BSC exam this summer to elevate and standardize competency across the controlled environment and biosafety cabinet community. By participating in the official pilot exam, you’re not just “taking a test”—you’re providing the critical data needed to:

  • Analyze psychometric performance
  • Fine-tune exam content
  • Establish a fair, defensible passing score for future candidates
Pilot Exam Sessions at the CETA Annual Conference
Choose the time that works best for you:
Option 1
Friday, April 17, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Option 2
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
8:00 a.m.

Pull up a chair, power up your brain, and help us launch a credential that will set the bar for BSC certification for years to come.

Come see what’s on the exam. Stay knowing you helped shape the future of the profession.