What is the primary purpose of the Candidate Agreement?

• A. It Outlines Candidate Expectations and Responsibilities During the Examination Process.
• B. Explains Internship Options.
• C. Defines Architectural Fee Schedules.
• D. Lists Licensing Exam Dates.

Answer: (A)

The Candidate Agreement is a binding document that communicates what candidates are expected to do and what NCARB requires of them during the ARE testing process. It covers rules about exam security, scheduling, testing center conduct, confidentiality, and consequences for violations, as well as responsibilities related to accommodations and retakes. This focuses on how the exam should be taken and managed, ensuring fairness and integrity across all candidates. It’s not about internship options, fee schedules, or listing exam dates, which are handled by other policies or communications.