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What is the CXC Electronic Pretest?
CXC electronic testing (E-Testing) will allow learners to take their CXC examinations using a computer or electronic device. This exciting new initiative is...
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:01 PM
What are the minimum requirements to conduct the electronic pretests?
In order to conduct E-Testing, testing centres must have computers or electronic devices with the following specifications:  Operating System:  Mac...
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:03 PM
How can the E-Testing platform be accessed?
CXC E-Testing can only be launched from the SEB_PRETEST icon located on the desktop of the computer or electronic device.
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:03 PM
How is the E-Testing platform installed?
If the SEB_PRETEST icon is not present on the desktop of the candidates’ computer or electronic device, go to the following link to install the safe brows...
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:04 PM
How do candidates log in?
To begin log in, candidates should follow these steps: Double Click on SEB_PRETEST icon to access the E-Testing platform.  Log In with his/her cred...
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:09 PM
What should candidates do if their username is invalid?
The username should be valid. Have candidates double check that they have entered their centre and registration numbers correctly. 
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:09 PM
What should candidates do if their password is invalid?
The password provided by the Supervisor/ Invigilator is case sensitive and capital and common letters must be typed in exactly as they are provided. Ensur...
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:10 PM
Why can’t candidates at this centre access the E-Testing platform?
The Supervisor/ Invigilator should double check the list of centres that have registered for the E-Testing Pre-test. If the centre is not listed, no candi...
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:10 PM
What should candidates do if they receive an error message after they select a test?
Tests may be presented with one or more than one test code (at most 3). If candidates receive an error message after they select a test, they should: 1....
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:10 PM
What should candidates do if they receive the wrong test?
Candidates should double check with the Supervisor/ Invigilator to verify that the test they want to take is on the schedule. Once they receive confirmati...
Fri, 22 Apr, 2016 at 12:11 PM