ABDO - Examination FAQs

Examinations FAQs

Introduction

The following FAQ’s are to act as a guide to the most frequently asked examination questions that may be of some interest to students.

However, if there is a topic that is not covered here or you require further information we advise you to contact the ABDO Examinations Department who will be happy to assist you further.

Requirements for sitting an ABDO Examination

How do I apply for ABDO Examinations?

When do I apply for ABDO Examinations?

When are the Dispensing / Contact Lens examinations?

Where are the ABDO Examinations held?

I am an Overseas student, where can I sit my exams?

How/when do I apply for Contact Lens Practical examinations?

How/When do I submit my Case Records for the Contact Lens Practical examination?

How do I withdraw from an examination?

What do I need to take with me to an ABDO Examination?

I did not attend my examination, will this be classed as an attempt?

How many attempts do I have at each exam?

What are the Pass marks for the ABDO Dispensing Theory Examinations and the ABDO Dispensing Practical Examinations?

When are Examination Results be released after each session?

I am studying at another Training Institute other than ABDO College of Education, how will ABDO know my theoretical examination results?

There is a change in the Dispensing Syllabus, how does that affect students on the current Final Dispensing Syllabus?

How long are my examination results valid for?