Chapter 7 Certification Exam
The Bankruptcy Petition Specialist™ — the only trademarked bankruptcy certification program in the industry.
In partnership with 713 Training, the NAVBA offers the Bankruptcy Petition Specialist™ certification — the only trademarked bankruptcy certification program available.
The Chapter 7 Certification Exam measures your skill at drafting Chapter 7 bankruptcy petitions and your overall understanding of the petition process.
The exam has raised the bar for bankruptcy petition drafting in the industry. Purchase both the Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 exams together and save compared to purchasing them separately — see the combined certification.
Already Enrolled in a 713 Training Course?
Students enrolled in the Chapter 7 Mastery Course or the Chapter 7 & 13 Mastery Course receive one Chapter 7 exam registration included with enrollment — no need to register here. Contact us to confirm your eligibility.
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While bankruptcy petition certification is optional, the Bankruptcy Petition Specialist™ credential is a powerful way to demonstrate your advanced petition-drafting skills and knowledge — placing you among the elite in the industry.
It is significantly helpful whether you are seeking employment as a bankruptcy assistant, legal assistant, or paralegal at a bankruptcy law firm, starting a Bankruptcy Petition Preparer (BPP) service, or starting your own Virtual Bankruptcy Assistant (VBA) business.
How to Prepare for the Exam
The Bankruptcy Petition Specialist™ exam is taken online and is open-book. It is based entirely on the training materials offered by 713training.com.
A solid understanding of the Chapter 7 Training Course is what is needed to pass. Because the exam is based on the training materials, it is not something you can simply “test out” of — it requires genuine familiarity with the course material.
Chapter 7 Exam — The Details
- 1.After registering, you must complete all sections within 30 days of starting the first section.
- 2.The exam is taken online and requires a computer with an internet connection.
- 3.The exam is comprised of 12 timed quizzes, each allowing 15–60 minutes to complete. Once you start a quiz you must finish it — you do not need to complete all quizzes in one sitting.
- 4.The final section requires you to draft a bankruptcy petition and use your work to answer questions, testing real-world petition drafting ability.
- 5.The passing grade is 80%. If you do not pass on the first attempt, you may retake the exam up to one (1) additional time with a 30-day waiting period between each attempt — no exceptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the exam open-book?＋
Yes. The Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Petition Specialist™ exam is taken online and is open-book. It is based entirely on 713 Training course materials.
What is the passing score?＋
A passing grade of 80% is required.
How long do I have to complete the exam?＋
You must complete all sections within 30 days of registering and starting the first section. Exams not completed within 30 days will result in a failing score.
Can I take the exam in multiple sessions?＋
Yes. You do not have to complete all quizzes in one sitting. However, once you start an individual quiz you must finish it before closing.
How many times can I retake the exam if I fail?＋
You may retake the exam up to one (1) additional time. A mandatory 30-day waiting period is required between each attempt — no exceptions.
Do I need special software to take the exam?＋
You will need a computer with an internet connection, a web browser, and bankruptcy software such as Best Case Bankruptcy installed.
Can I just “test out” of the exam without taking the course?＋
The exam is based on 713 Training course materials, so it requires genuine familiarity with the training curriculum. Those who attempt the exam without completing the course first are not likely to pass.
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