ASE Winter Testing Registration Now Available
Test-takers can choose from several options to complete examinations.

National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence offers in-person, remote, and application-based testing.
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The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence opened registration for winter testing and recertification. Those who register by the March 31 deadline will have 90 days to schedule an appointment to take their selected ASE tests.
ASE offers three test-taking options. In-person testing is available for all tests throughout the year on days, nights and weekends at more than 450 secured, proctored Prometric test centers. ASE also offers ProProctor remote testing as an online recertification solution for all ASE recertifications tests, and the ASE renewal application is available for recertification for those with unexpired automobile certifications (A1-A9).
To register and choose an available option to take selected ASE certification tests, visit ASE.com by March 31, click on register and sign in. Once logged in, users can click on “orders” and then “store,” where they can find the tests they want to take. They should add those tests to their carts and check out to complete registration. For help from ASE customer service, call 800-390-6789.
Originally posted on F&I and Showroom
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