Testing Environment and Security

In order to take a Live Online Proctored exam, you will need to be alone in a quiet, private location. Your proctor will ask you to slowly move your webcam around the room to verify that you are alone and that your desk is clear. No other electronic devices, people, pets are allowed in the room with you during the exam.

System Requirements

• A well-working computer with 1 GB of RAM or higher.
• A high-speed Internet connection of 2 mbps upload and 2 mbps download. Wireless is acceptable; however, a wired connection is preferred.
• A webcam with 640×480 video pixel resolution (a laptop camera is acceptable).
• Working speakers connected to the computer.
• A microphone connected to the computer (consider a webcam with a built-in microphone).

You will need to download and install the Guardian Browser prior to your exam session to take a Live Online Proctored exam. You can download the browser for free at: https://guardian.meazurelearning.com/

NOTE: Tablet computers such as iPads are not currently supported by our Live Online Proctoring service provider due to the camera orientation while testing is occurring.

Testing Requirements

• You must have a current (non-expired), government issued photo identification with signature (driver’s license, immigration card, passport, U.S. passport card, state ID card, or military ID card). You will NOT be admitted
  without proper identification. Candidates who fail to provide proper identification will be considered a no show and will forfeit exam fees.
• The room you test in must be a private room. The testing room must be well-lit, quiet, and only accessed by you during the examination. You should be seated at a hard surface like a desk or table, and preferably with your back to the main room entrance. Standing desks will not be permitted.
• You will be required to do a room scan before your exam can begin. This will include a 360-degree pan of the room in which you are testing; therefore, please be sure that your webcam can be rotated to view the entire room and workspace including behind your computer and underneath your desk. In addition, you will be required to show your computer monitor from a reflective surface such as a mirror or cell phone. If you use a cell phone, the proctor will instruct you to store the phone away from the exam area after completing the room scan.
• Your desk space must be completely clear of any items not approved for use on your exam.
• You must be alone in the room throughout the test. Friends, relatives, pets, and children will NOT be allowed in the room, or in the vicinity, in which you are testing.
• You may not use dual or multiple monitors during the exam.
• The proctor must be able to see you (webcam) and hear you (microphone) for the entirety of the exam session. Please ensure you remain within the webcam frame. If you do not, the proctor will ask you to please adjust your camera.
• Once your exam has started, no talking unless you are asking the proctor a question. You are not permitted to read exam questions out loud.
• If your exam timer runs out, your exam will auto-submit.
• Restroom breaks are not permitted during the exam.
• If you do not remain in your seat the proctor will end your exam session and your exam fees will be forfeited.
• You are permitted to use the online calculator built into the exam software. You may NOT use a physical/handheld calculator during the exam.
• You are permitted to use 2 sheets of blank scratch paper during the exam and one writing utensil. You may only take notes on the permitted scratch paper during the exam and may not take notes on any other materials.