Information for Exam Candidates

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Information for Candidates

TestReach provides a flexible and modern approach to exam delivery. Whether you’re sitting your assessment remotely, online, or in a test centre, our technology ensures a smooth and secure experience for every candidate. If you are taking an exam with TestReach, your examining body will specify what type of test you are taking.

Online Exam

An online exam is any exam which is taken on a computer using the TestReach application. Your examining body will also advise you where your online exam will take place. Instead of writing answers using pen and paper, or in the case of multiple choice - using bubble sheets, everything is done electronically on a computer, so depending on the questions types used by your examining body you might be selecting the answer by clicking your mouse or using spreadsheets and text editors, where everything can be easily edited.

Test Centre Exam

A test centre exam is an exam that takes place at a designated test location using the TestReach application. You will be provided with details of the test centre by your examining body. The exam is delivered securely on a computer in the centre, with in-person proctor present to ensure exam conditions are maintained. TestReach provides the same digital interface used for online exams, allowing candidates to complete all question types electronically.

Remotely Proctored Exam

With remote proctoring, you take your exam on a computer using the TestReach application and you are supervised over the internet by a TestReach Proctor. You have the flexibility to take your exam at a suitable location of your choice and at exam time you connect to a trained proctor who will guide you through the authentication and validation procedures. Once complete, they will then give you access to the exam and will monitor you for the duration of the test using your webcam, microphone and screen-share. Everything will also be recorded and may be reviewed by your examining body.

What to expect when you’re doing an online exam with TestReach

When your examining body registers you with TestReach as an exam candidate, you will receive an email from TestReach with a user name, password and any specific instructions for the exam, inviting you to login to the system. In advance of your exam start time, you may have access to a practice tutorial and videos so that you can familiarise yourself with the TestReach application. The system is very easy and intuitive to use even if you do not have much experience using computers.

At exam time when you log into the system, any exams in which you are enrolled will appear on your dashboard and you just follow the instructions on the screen that will guide you through the process to start your exam.

What to expect when you’re doing a remotely proctored exam with TestReach

If you are registered to take a remotely proctored exam on TestReach, the initial process of receiving an email, logging in and having access to resources to help you become familiar with the application, is similar to that outlined above for an online exam. In addition, you will be guided through a procedure to download and install the TestReach desktop application and carry out a short system check, which ensures your computer is all set for exam day. You do not need any special equipment for a remotely proctored exam, a standard desktop or laptop with a webcam, a microphone and good quality internet connectivity (not dial-up) will suffice.

All of the key requirements are checked during the system check process and in the unlikely event of any issues, these will be brought to your attention and can be resolved well in advance of exam day. TestReach technical support is also available to assist if required.

Minimum system requirements for remotely proctored exams are

Laptop / computer with 4GB of available memory. The app will not work on phones, chrome books, or iPads/tablets. We cannot guarantee service on touchscreen devices as some devices might be incompatible with the app. We recommend that candidates source a non-touchscreen device for their exams.
A Windows v7.0+ or Mac10.10+ operating system, and MacOS BigSur users need to upgrade to 11.3+.
Intel Core i3 (or equivalent).
A working webcam that can be used to scan the room, microphone and speakers.
Minimum candidate internet speed of 2 Mbps.
Recommended screen size of at least 13" and a resolution of 1024 x 768.

As part of the set-up, you will also be guided through a process to confirm your exam time, which may include selecting a suitable date and time if your examining body allows you a window in which to sit your exam.

Taking a remotely proctored exam on TestReach is very straightforward, so you do not need to worry. You are guided through each step and our technical support staff and supervisors are always on hand to provide help when needed.