Mobile classroom facilities requirements

The requirements for a mobile or classroom testing site are the same as for a fixed testing site. Because testing will take place in a space not usually used for certification testing, it is important to ensure that the testing environment is suitable for exam delivery. Listed below are things you must consider when assessing if a site is suitable for mobile or classroom testing:

 

 

Hardware and software

 
  1. A mobile or classroom site must comply with the minimum requirements outlined in System requirements. For example, all workstations must meet the listed specifications, Internet connectivity is required, and a printer must be accessible to all workstations.

 

Space

 
  1. Two separate areas are necessary: one area for exam registration and scheduling and candidate admission and sign-out, and a separate room for exam delivery. (Refer to your Pearson VUE Testing Center Agreement for more information.)

  1. You must provide an area for secure storage of candidate belongings. Personal items must be secured and out of candidate reach during exams.

  1. Center-owned locked backpacks work well in these environments. Candidates know that their belongings are safe at their feet, but they cannot access them during the exam. Unlock the backpack after the erasable note board is returned.

 

Exam delivery room

 
  1. Ensure that the testing area is clean and well-lit and at a comfortable temperature.

 
  1. Remove any materials (such as wall charts and other reference materials) that could help candidates during the exam.

 
  1. Make sure the exam delivery room is quiet and distraction-free. Remove or turn off items such as telephones and printers that could disturb candidates while testing. Noise and distractions are common candidate complaints.

  1. Post signs while candidates are testing to let other people know that exams are in progress.

 

Exam delivery workstations

 
  1. Decide how many exam delivery workstations you need and make sure each one meets the specifications. Exam delivery workstations can be added or deleted at a moment’s notice through Site Manager.

 
  1. All candidates must have adjustable, comfortable chairs and enough desk space to write on an erasable note board.

 
  1. Unless there are walls or partitions between candidates, there must be at least four feet (1.2 meters) between exam delivery workstations.

 

What is next?

Mobile classroom test system installation and setup

 

 

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