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RCM Certificate Program examinations provide a national standard for students, parents and teachers to track and measure progress and achievements. Preparing for and successfully completing an examination builds self-confidence and helps students develop a sense of pride.
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2024.25 In-Person Exam Dates
August 2024 Session
Event |
Date |
Registration Opens |
April 10, 2024 |
Registration Deadline |
May 15, 2024 |
Theory Examinations |
August 9 & 10, 2024 |
Practical Examinations |
August 2 - 8, 2024 |
November/December 2024 Session
Event |
Date |
Registration Opens |
September 4, 2024 |
Registration Deadline |
October 16, 2024 |
Theory Examinations |
December 13 & 14, 2024 |
Practical Examinations |
November 30 - December 12, 2024 |
May/June 2025 Session
Event |
Date |
Registration Opens |
January 5, 2025 |
Registration Deadline |
February 19, 2025 |
Theory & History Examinations |
May 9 & 10, 2025 |
Practical Examinations |
May 11 - June 1, 2025 |
2024.25 Theory Examination Dates
Theory Examinations take place only on the dates stated above and according to the following schedule:
Subject |
Day |
Time |
Level 9 Harmony |
Saturday |
2:00 pm–5:00 pm |
Level 10 Harmony & Counterpoint |
Saturday |
9:30 am–12:30 pm |
ARCT Harmony & Counterpoint |
Saturday |
9:30 am–12:30 pm |
ARCT Analysis |
Saturday |
2:00–5:00 pm |
Speech Arts Technical Theory Levels 1-4 (Winter & Spring sessions only) |
Friday |
9:30 am–12:30 pm |
Speech Arts History & Literature Theory Levels 1-3 (Winter & Spring sessions only) |
Friday |
2:00–5:00 pm |
ARCT Teacher's Written |
Friday |
9:30 am–12:30 pm |
Elementary Piano Pedagogy Written |
Friday |
9:30 am–12:30 pm |
Intermediate Piano Pedagogy Written |
Friday |
9:30 am–12:30 pm |
Advanced Piano Pedagogy Written |
Friday |
9:30 am–12:30 pm |
Keyboard Harmony |
TBD |
TBD |
Alternate Theory Examination Schedule
The following exams are offered at these alternate seatings to accommodate candidates who may have a conflict with the original date and time.
Subject |
Day |
Time |
Level 9 Harmony |
Friday |
9:30–12:30 pm |
Level 10 Harmony & Counterpoint |
Friday |
9:30–12:30 pm |
ARCT Harmony & Counterpoint |
Friday |
9:30–12:30 pm |
ARCT Analysis |
Friday |
9:30–12:30 pm |