Requests for Accommodations
The ICVA is committed to following the principles of the ADA by providing equal exam access to all candidates. The application process includes an opportunity for you to indicate the need for reasonable testing accommodations.
If you have a documented disability and are applying for NAVLE® approval through Canada, contact the Canadian National Examining Board (NEB). They can provide helpful information about the NEB accommodation request process.
Accommodation Requests
If you have a documented disability covered under the ADA and require test accommodations, take the following steps:
- Indicate in the NAVLE application that you will request accommodations.
- Complete and submit the NAVLE Accommodation Request Form before the application deadline for your NAVLE testing window.
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TESTING WINDOW |
October – November |
March |
July – August |
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DEADLINE DATE |
No later than July 15 |
No later than January 7 |
No later than May 7 |
Submitting Your NAVLE Accommodation Request Packet
- Deadlines: your completed and supported packet must be received no later than the dates above, corresponding to your testing window. These are fixed and do not change even if a window is expanded or extended. Requests are processed in the order received.
- Submission Recommendation: submit as far in advance of the deadline as possible in case additional information is needed.
- Approval and Attempts: once approved, accommodations apply to all of your NAVLE attempts, if you indicate on your application that you’re requesting the same accommodations.
- Intended Use: the NAVLE Accommodations Request Packet is valid only for exams taken through a U.S. licensing board or with direct ICVA approval.
NOTE: Reminders: the request for ADA accommodations requires ICVA review and approval. All supporting documentation must be provided prior to, or during, submission of your NAVLE application. If you have documentation on file from a previous attempt, you must still mark on the application that you’re requesting accommodations. If your accommodation requires extended testing time or more frequent breaks, you must take the NAVLE over a two (2) day period, presenting your Scheduling and Admission Permit on both days. If you’re requesting different accommodations than a previous attempt, complete a new NAVLE Accommodation Request Packet before the applicable deadline.
Pre-Approved Personal Items for Test Day
When necessary, you can bring Pre-Approved Items to use in the Prometric testing center that do not require ADA accommodations or ICVA approval. These are typically needed for chronic or acute medical situations, and include (but aren’t limited to):
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Item |
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Cough drops |
Head coverings |
Oxygen tanks |
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Continuous Glucose Monitors |
Hearing Aid/Cochlear Implants |
Service animals |
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EpiPens |
Inhalers |
TENS units |
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Glucose tablets |
Insulin pumps |
Wheelchairs |
NOTE: Prometric test center administrators will visually inspect your pre-approved item(s) without directly touching them or asking you to remove the item, unless otherwise stated on the list of Pre-Approved Items.
Non-Standard Testing Conditions
If you have temporary medical conditions (e.g., post-surgery, injury, lactation), you may apply for non-standard testing conditions by submitting the following at the time of your NAVLE application:
- The completed NAVLE Non-Standard Testing Conditions Form.
- A letter from a qualified health care professional documenting the medical necessity of the request.
NOTE: If the medical condition develops after you’ve submitted your application, contact the ICVA immediately.
Submitting Your Non-Standard Testing Condition Request Packet
Your completed and supported form must be received no later than 14 days before the start of the testing window.
This deadline is fixed and does not change even if testing windows are expanded or extended.
Requests are processed in the order received — submit as far in advance of the deadline as possible in case additional information is needed.