E-assessment
The six knowledge modules of the Professional Stage will be assessed electronically (e-assessment). To take one of these assessments you will need to attend an ICAEW approved test centre.
The e-assessment process is efficient and effective. Students simply input their answers into the computer and their results can be accessed the next day via the exams section of the students website. The assessments are one and a half hours long.
Preparing for the e-assessment
The ICAEW recommends that you prepare for the e-assessments, both by using our learning materials and sample e-assessments.
From the 1st September 2009, e-assessment examinations will be displayed onscreen in an updated format.
Sitting the e-assessment
You are not restricted to specific exam date sittings, giving you and your employer greater flexibility in arranging study and assessment timetables to fit with work schedules and your organisation’s business needs. Accredited test centres may be ICAEW accredited private centres such as tutorial organisations or the Pearson Vue dedicated test centres.
Applying for the e-assessment
You apply for and book an e-assessment directly with an approved test centre. You should first speak to your employer as they may have arrangements in place with a test centre and may organise your assessment for you along with your tuition.
Alternatively students whose firms do not have established arrangements or wish to make their own arrangements can book an e-assessment at a Pearson Vue test centre. To sign in to the Pearson website you will need your ICAEW student registration number. Your Pearson Username and Password are both ‘ICAEW’ followed by your student number (e.g. ICAEW1234567). You will then be prompted to change your password for security, but your username will remain the same.
Students with disabilities
Alternative exam arrangements can be applied for by students with disabilities (as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995) or by students with specific needs. Applications for alternative exam arrangements must be made within 28 days of the assessment. Students will be provided with a letter to confirm their arrangements, and they should contact the assessment centre directly, no less than 48 hours before the assessment date, to inform them of the arrangements required in order to ensure these are made. Any extra time will be added directly to your exam.
Results
You will receive your results the day after you take the assessment. Results will be posted to the students login area of the ICAEW website the following day.
Cancelling or rescheduling an e-assessment
You can reschedule your e-assessment provided you notify your chosen assessment centre at least 24 hours before you are due to take the exam. Students who have booked the e-assessment but are unable to attempt the assessment due to illness or injury are expected to reschedule the date of the assessment.
Re-sitting the e-assessment
If you do not pass the e-assessment at the first attempt, you may make an application to re-sit the exam immediately. You are, however, advised to discuss re-sits with your employer.
The ICAEW allows a maximum of four attempts for each module. Your employer may however have set their own policy as to how many attempts they will support within this limit. You are therefore advised to discuss this with your qualified person responsible for training (QPRT), or counsellor.
Should you require further information please contact the student support team on +44(0) 1908 248 040 or email studentsupport@icaew.com
