Test Centre Exam Preparation

You must bring valid physical photo ID. Photos or digital copies of ID are not accepted.

Acceptable ID includes:

• Driver’s licence
• Passport
• Saskatchewan Polytechnic ID card
• Current employment ID
• Military ID
• Secure Certificate of Indian Status
• Declaration of Refugee Status

Some exams require specific types of ID. Please review your exam instructions in advance.

If you are registered with Accessibility Services, you may bring devices or supports that have been approved as part of your accommodation plan (for example, noise‑cancelling headphones).

Approved accommodations and additional equipment are provided only through Accessibility Services.

You may bring a clear, transparent water bottle into the testing area.

Some exams require additional documentation.

• Accuplacer exams require a voucher number at check‑in.
• Apprenticeship or industry exams may require proof of prerequisites or other approval documentation.

Please bring any required documentation with you on exam day.

Calculators, dictionaries or reference materials are not permitted unless they are approved for your exam or as part of an accommodation.

If approved, these items are provided by the Test Centre.

The following items are not permitted in the testing area:

• Cell phones and smart watches
• Wireless headphones or Bluetooth‑enabled devices
• Other personal electronic devices
• Notes, books, or papers
• Bags, backpacks, purses, wallets and keys

Personal items must be stored as directed by Test Centre staff.

Please ensure all electronic devices are powered off.

The following items are not permitted in the testing area:

• Coats and jackets
• Hats or sunglasses
• Wearable technology

Head coverings are permitted for religious, medical, or legal reasons. Medical or legal documentation may be required.

You may be asked to empty your pockets or remove glasses for inspection.

To maintain a quiet testing environment, family members and visitors are not permitted to remain in the Test Centre during your exam.

• Arrive 15 minutes early.
• If you arrive more than 30 minutes late, you may need to contact your instructor or exam sponsor to reschedule.

• Join your Zoom session 10 minutes before your start time.
• Turn on video and audio.
• Show your photo ID on camera.
• Complete an environment check when requested.
• Share your screen, if required.
• Make sure you are in a quiet, private space where you will not be interrupted.

If your exam has a fee:

• Payment is due at or before check in.
• Requests for receipts must be made on exam day.

Exam-specific fees and payment details are listed on each exams web page. 

• Follow the time limits set for your exam.
• Test Centre staff cannot assist with exam content.
• Communication is limited to Test Centre staff.
• Only registered exam writers are permitted in the Test Centre.

• Breaks are permitted only if allowed by the exam.
• Break time does not extend exam time.
• One exam writer is permitted on break at a time.
• Breaks are recorded and reported as required.

Confirm technical requirements prior to exam day.

General requirements include:

• A laptop or desktop computer (tablets are not permitted).
• Webcam and microphone.
• Zoom installed and tested.

Some exams require additional software or equipment.

Test Centres provide:

• Windows‑based computers
• Keyboard and mouse
• Internet access
• Microsoft 365 applications
• Pens, pencils and scrap paper

Writing materials and approved calculators are provided unless you are told otherwise.

Equipment for accommodated exams is provided only with approval through Accessibility Services.

Test Centres are considered an extension of the classroom.

All exam writers are expected to follow Saskatchewan Polytechnic policies related to academic and non‑academic conduct.