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CAP1 On-demand FAQs

  1. What technical specifications are needed to sit my on-demand exam?
  2. How far in advance can I book my DEBK and Law?
  3. What is the duration of the on-demand exams?
  4. How can I schedule my DEBK and Law exams?
  5. How can I confirm my exam booking?
  6. How can I reschedule my exam/s?
  7. Will I have access to the exam platform before I sit the DEBK and Law exam?
  8. Once I have booked my exam/s how can I access my exam at the exam time?
  9. Are reasonable accommodations available and if so how can I apply?
  10. How do I share my screen?
  11. What resources am I permitted to have in my DEBK assessment?
  12. What resources am I permitted to have in my Law exam?
  13. What is the pass mark for DEBK and Law?
  14. When will I receive my results?
  15. If I am unsuccessful, can I sit again?
  1. What technical specifications are needed to sit the exam?

    Watch the video 'ProctorU Guardian Browser information' page for all technical specifications. All students must download and use ProctorU Guardian Browser for all invigilated exams. Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and/or Microsoft Edge browsers are no longer supported, therefore the only compatible browser for invigilated exams is the ProctorU Guardian Browser. Google Chrome should only be used for Practice Papers and Mock exams on Cirrus. 

    Note: Students who wish to sit their exams overseas should check to make sure there are no internet restrictions within the chosen country. A VPN connection may be required to successfully onboard and sit their exam.

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  2. How far in advance can I book my DEBK and Law?

    Students must book their DEBK and Law exams at least 72 hours before they wish to sit. The test window is available on a 24/7 basis.   

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  3. What is the duration of the on-demand exams?

    DEBK assessment is 90 minutes.

    Law exam is 90 minutes.

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  4. How can I schedule my DEBK and Law?

    Watch the 'How to schedule your first on demand exam' video before booking your CAP1 DEBK or Law exam. Students should book within the exam window as stated by the CAP1 exam executive. If you intend on sitting on the last day of the exam window, students must book their exam slot for no later than 10pm (Irish time). 

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  5. How can I confirm my DEBK and Law booking?

    Login to the ProctorU dashboard using the steps provided in Q4 above. Your exam booking will appear on your dashboard with a countdown clock to your scheduled start date and time.

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  6. How can I reschedule my DEBK and Law exam?

    Ensure you click the 'Reschedule' button on your ProctorU dashboard. It is important you do not select 'Cancel' when rescheduling your on demand exam as you will not be able to sit your exam. Watch the video 'How to reschedule your on demand exam'.  Students should book within the exam window as stated by the CAP1 exam executive. If you intend on sitting on the last day of the exam window, students must book their exam slot for no later than 10pm (Irish time). 

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  7. Will I have access to the exam platform before I sit the DEBK and Law exam?

    Students will have two practice papers, with one attempt at each paper. These can be found on the practice paper page.

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  8. Once I have booked for my exam/s how can I access my exam at the exam time?

    Watch the 'Exam day onboarding process' video prior to beginning your CAP1 on demand exam.

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  9. Are reasonable accommodations available and if so how can I apply?

    The Institute will accommodate all such reasonable accommodation cases that have been granted by the Access Support Executive, within the platform or otherwise. Students must follow the current reasonable accommodation policies and procedures.  Students are advised to contact the Access Support Executive in relation to their circumstances at the earliest possible opportunity.

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  10. How do I share my screen?

    Watch the tutorial video ‘What to expect from the onboarding process’.

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  11. What resources am I permitted to have in my DEBK assessment?

    CAP1 DEBK assessment permitted resources.

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  12. What resources am I permitted to have in my Law exam?

    CAP1 Law exam permitted resources.

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  13. What is the pass mark for DEBK and Law?

    DEBK pass mark is 12 marks out of 20 marks (60%). All subsequent DEBK attempts will be capped at 12 marks. Law pass mark is 25 marks out of 50 marks (50%), all subsequent attempts at Law are not capped.  

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  14. When will I receive my results?

    Results will be published on the student portal no later than two working days after you have sat the exam. Two working days does not include the day you sit the exam or Saturday and Sunday. 

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  15. If I am unsuccessful, can I sit again?

    Students have unlimited attempts at DEBK and Law within the test window to pass. If a student is unsuccessful after receiving their result/s, they need to contact the CAP1 exam executive to purchase a resit exam. The 72-hour booking rule applies as per question two above.  Any subsequent tests will be charged when booking online at a cost of €113/£103

    Important to note: the number of attempts a student in a training contract may have, may vary.

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