Before scheduling an online proctored (OLP) exam
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- Review the system requirements
It is recommended that you use a personal computer and home network. Many office networks and devices have administrative restrictions that prohibit the download and use of the secure browser software and web camera. - Test your internet speed and make sure your webcam and microphone work.
Minimum Required Speeds: 1 Mbps upload / 1 Mbps download / Jitter + Ping must be less than 200ms. - Review the what to expect video.
- Schedule your exam in Webassessor
- Download the secure browser and create your biometric profile.
After registering for the exam "Install the secure browser" and "Enroll in Biometrics" (profile photo) will appear under the My Assessments tab in Webassessor. Need help? Watch this video
Test-taker Checklist |
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✓ Review and meet all system requirements ✓ Review and meet all requirements for the testing environment:
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System Requirements for OLP Exams | ||
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Windows | Mac | |
Hardware | Minimum 50MB available space | Minimum 50MB available space |
Screen Resolution | 1024 x 768 or greater | 1024 x 768 or greater |
Webcam and Mic | Internal or external usb | Internal or external usb |
Internet Access | Recommended minimum of 1.0 Mbps upload / 1.0 Mbps download) Ping must be below 200ms | Recommended minimum of 1.0 Mbps upload / 1.0 Mbps download) Ping must be below 200ms |
Operating System |
(Touch screens require the use of a mouse and keyboard) | OS X
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Browser | The latest version of Google Chrome or Firefox | The latest version of Safari, Google Chrome, or Firefox |
Additional Considerations | Local Administrator Rights You must disable all software that can interfere with your online proctored exam. This includes, but is not limited to, pop-up blockers, antivirus software, firewalls, VMWare/Bootcamp, Skype, Photobooth and TeamViewer. In Windows 10 systems, you can disable active applications in the Task Manager > Startup tab. Right-click the item and select Disable from the local menu. | Local Administrator Rights You must disable all software that can interfere with your online proctored exam. This includes, but is not limited to, pop-up blockers, antivirus software, firewalls, VMWare/Bootcamp, Skype, Photobooth and TeamViewer. |
Chromebooks are not supported at this time. | ||
✱ Online proctored exams are not for everyone. As part of the online proctoring of each exam, Google or its authorized agent may record and/or watch a live webcast of you at your session (including your immediate surroundings), can communicate with you, and may record your exam to ensure proper scoring. When you take the exam, Google will also capture other personal information which may include, but not limited to, your name, address, company, title, and photograph as well as your digital keystroke patterns. If you are not comfortable with an online proctor, please schedule your exam at a convenient test center. ✱ Similarly, if you do not have access to an appropriate internet connection, non-corporate device, a private and quiet testing area or require certain accessibility software, online proctored exams may not be for you. |
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