National Judge Instructions and ExamWe are pleased to announce that the upcoming virtual Judge Instructions and Exam process will begin on October 26, 2026. The program will consist of four sessions designed to prepare judges for the examination and support their understanding of the judging requirements. Please find the schedule below. All times are Eastern Time (ET). Judge Instructions and Exam Schedule - October 26, 2026 – Orientation Session: 7:30–9:30 p.m.
- November 16, 2026 – Practical Session: 7:00–10:00 p.m.
- November 23, 2026 – Mock Exam: 7:00–9:00 p.m.
- November 28, 2026 – Official Exam: 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Please note, judges who have previously taken the exam but have not yet passed may choose to participate in the exam only, scheduled for November 28, 2026, without attending the other sessions. We strongly encourage all judges to participate in the full instructional program, as the orientation, practical session, and mock exam provide valuable preparation and support for the official examination. Registration deadline: October 21, 2026. Please ensure that interested judges register by the deadline.
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