
Onboarding
Preparing for an online exam with BESA Academy
What is Proctoring?
Our online courses require online assessments, which take place through the support of proctoring. Proctoring allows users to take an assessment online whilst ensuring the integrity of it:
- By verifying it's you
- By monitoring you via video to look for any behaviour which could indicate cheating

For more information on Proctoring, download the guidance.
Equipment requirements
You will need the following equipemt to undertake the assessment online:
- Laptop and PC with webcam and microphone
- Wi-Fi connection
- Suitable test environment (quiet room with no distractions)
Operating system: MAC: macOS Sierra 10.12 or higher, PC: Windows 7, 8, or higher
Processer/RAM: MAC: Intel/AMD Processor, 8 GB RAM, PC: Dual-core 2.4 Ghz CPU, 8 GB RAM or better
Recommended web browsers: Mozilla Firefox v20.0 or higher Google Chrome v25.0 or higher
Plug-ins: JavaScript enabled and third party cookies enabled
Camera resolution: 800 x 600 resolution or better
Internet connection: Cable modem, DSL or better (300kbps download, 250 kbps upload)
Onboarding process
The onboarding process creates your profile in our proctoring system and ensures everything is working correctly before taking the online assessment.
- Student photo ID
- Government issued driver's license
- Passport
- National identification card
- Face
- Valid ID
- Knuckle
You cannot begin your online assessment until your onboarding status is approved and states 'passed'.
IMPORTANT – THIS COULD TAKE UP TO 4 TO 8 HOURS
How to set up a proper testing environment
- Use a private area or room which is well lit – with no one near you
- Turn off all noise making devices including mobiles and ensure windows are closed to prevent noise from outside
- Sit directly in front of your webcam and ensure your face is clearly visible
- Close irrelevant tabs and windows on your computer
Test guidelines
- Have your photo ID ready
- No short breaks
- Only one keyboard, mouse and monitor
- Food or drinks not allowed
- Assessment is timed
- Personal items not allowed
For more information about Proctoring, download the guidance.
If you have any questions please call BESA Academy on 0800 917 8419
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