What is the exam format?
ICML offers online and paper exams. Both types are closed-book format.
- The LLA I has 70 multiple-choice questions, with two hours to complete the exam.
- The LLA II, MLTs and MLAs have 100 multiple-choice questions each, with three hours to complete the exam.
- The MLE has 150 multiple-choice questions, with four hours to complete the exam.
- The VIM, VPR, and FPL badges have 25 multiple-choice questions each, with 45 minutes to complete the exam.
Supplemental exams contain 24 multiple-choice questions, with 45 minutes to complete the exam.
What is a supplemental exam?
A supplemental exam is a 24 multiple-choice questions exam offered to allow ICML certified professional to switch career paths between the MLA and MLT tracks. Supplemental exams are designed to test mastery of additionally required subject areas, i.e., MLT into MLA supplemental exams will cover oil sampling/analysis related subject areas not covered in the original MLT exam, and MLA into MLT supplemental exams will test further the mastery of machinery lubrication subjects.
What score is required to pass?
70% correct answers on all certification exams
For how long is the certification valid?
The certification is good for a period of three years. In order to maintain your ICML certification you have the option to re-certify via a points system. More information is available on the ICML web site under recertification.
Do I need to be Level I certified before testing for Level II?
Yes. The exception being LLA II and MLA II, where direct examination at level II is available via a mature student clause. For more information, see the “requirements” section under “LLA II” & “MLA II”.
Can I retake the exam, if needed?
Yes. For regular exams, failing candidates may retake the exam no more than twice after a thirty-day waiting period between attempts. A candidate who fails three consecutive attempts shall wait 12 months and will be required to reapply as a new candidate. For supplemental exams, if a candidate fails, retakes shall consist of the regular exams instead.
What do I receive after passing an exam?
Passing candidates receive digital credentials.
Will my name be listed anywhere if I pass the exam?
Your name and company name will be included in our list of ICML Certified Professionals. This list is available on our web site and upon request of the general public.
Are special arrangements available to candidates with disabilities?
Yes, ICML will make every effort to fairly accommodate the special needs of candidates with disabilities. Please contact ICML for information at least two weeks prior to the exam session.
Does ICML comply with anti-discrimination policies?
Yes. ICML does not discriminate among applicants as to age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or marital status.
Is MLT better than CLS? What about MLA v. OMA?
ICML issues the MLT and MLA certifications, while STLE issues CLS and OMA. Both organizations are internationally approved and recognized. There really is no bad certification in the bunch, as every certification addresses a niche layer of priorities and activities. Perhaps the proper question should be, “Which certification is right for me to optimize my job duties and benefit my employers and customers?” While there may be considerable overlap in general content, ICML’s occupation-specific certifications lean more toward lubricant end-users, the individual practitioners who work daily with hands-on lubrication, oil sampling, and maintenance of machinery—as well as those who manage such personnel and those who develop & manage lubrication programs. We do offer some guidance on our website under the “Which exam is right for me?” tab here. Additionally, there are a couple of independent articles describing ICML and STLE certifications side-by-side; these articles can be found here and here.
What is the contact information for ICML?
ICML
2404 W Detroit St
Broken Arrow, OK 74012
U.S.A.
Tel: (918) 259-2950
Fax: (918) 259-0177
www.lubecouncil.org
info@lubecouncil.org