Question 1

Where should I start with Blue Prism certification?

Accepted Answer

Start with the Blue Prism Associate Developer certification (50 questions, 60 minutes, 70% passing). It has no prerequisites and tests core workflow principles. The recommended path is Associate Developer → Developer → Professional Developer. All learning plans are available for free on Blue Prism University, and the Associate Developer exam is free as of 2026 promotions.

Question 2

Do Blue Prism certifications expire?

Accepted Answer

Starting July 1, 2026, the Associate Developer, Developer, and Professional Developer certifications have a 3-year validity period. A renewal exam (shorter and lower cost than the initial exam) can be taken within a 6-month window before expiration. ROM 2 Professional, Technical Architect v7, and Chorus Foundation are currently lifetime certifications.

Question 3

Are Blue Prism exams online proctored?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All Blue Prism certification exams are proctored and delivered through Certiverse. Exams can be taken from home or office with a webcam and stable internet connection. Scheduling is done through the Certiverse SS&C Blue Prism page.

Question 4

What are the passing scores and exam formats?

Accepted Answer

Associate Developer: 50 questions, 60 minutes, 70% passing. Developer: 60 questions, 75 minutes, 70% passing. Professional Developer: requires passing Developer exam first, plus recommended 1 year hands-on experience. Technical Architect: 60 questions, 90 minutes, 70% passing. All exams are multiple-choice with scenario-based questions.

Question 5

How much do Blue Prism exams cost?

Accepted Answer

The Developer exam costs USD $150 (GBP £120 in UK, EUR €135 in EU, JPY ¥16,000 in Japan). The Technical Architect exam is also $150. The Associate Developer exam has been offered for free during promotional periods. The Professional Developer pricing follows the same structure.

Question 6

What is the retake policy?

Accepted Answer

For the renewal exam, there is a 15-day waiting period before retaking. For the initial certification exams, retake policies are managed through Certiverse. You must pay the full exam fee for each attempt. If your certification expires, you must retake the full initial certification exam rather than the shorter renewal exam.

Question 7

What makes Blue Prism certification different from other RPA certifications?

Accepted Answer

Blue Prism offers one of the industry's only proctored certification exams, ensuring credential integrity. The multi-tier path (Associate → Developer → Professional Developer → Technical Architect) provides clear career progression. The ROM 2 certification is unique to Blue Prism's delivery methodology, which is a standard in enterprise RPA implementations.

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