At-Home Testing

Testing rules

• Follow all of the following rules. Otherwise, your test can be canceled, and your fee won't be refunded.
• Don't use any unauthorized materials, including mobile devices, prewritten notes, or textbooks.
• Personal recording devices of any kind are strictly prohibited.
• You must disable any screen-sharing or remote-access software (such as Zoom, Skype®, TeamViewer®, Microsoft Teams®, Apple Remote Desktop™, Grammarly and Spell check) prior to the test. It must remain disabled throughout the test. Make sure that the software will not open automatically during the test.
• Don't communicate with anyone else except the proctor, including during scheduled and unscheduled breaks.
• There may be references to using a headset during your test. Ignore them; headsets are NOT allowed in the tests at home.
• ETS is monitoring reuse of devices and testing locations for unauthorized purposes. Frequent, inappropriate reuse of shared testing devices and common testing locations may result in score delay and/or score cancellation and could impact your eligibility to take future ETS exams.

Unscheduled breaks

• The ParaPro test does not offer a scheduled break. However, you have the option to take a short, unscheduled break. If you choose to take an unscheduled break, your test clock will NOT stop. Because timing will not stop for this break, it is recommended that you return from the break as quickly as possible.

More information

Review the ParaPro Assessment Information Bulletin to learn about ID requirements, unscheduled breaks, score cancellations, and the test-dismissal process.

For additional information, test-day support, and technical troubleshooting, check your confirmation email, or login to your ParaPro Account.

• After registering and before test day, you will need to run a final equipment check which is provided as a link in your confirmation email. All issues must be resolved before your appointment time.
• Close all browsers and applications not needed for the test. Doing so can help prevent bandwidth issues while you test.
• Make sure any other devices in your home that use the internet aren’t running.
• Gather the materials you'll need for your test session. These include a) passport or other acceptable ID; b) acceptable note-taking materials, such as a whiteboard or plastic transparency sheet, that can be erased in view of the proctor; and c) a cellphone or hand-held mirror for check-in. All other materials are prohibited.
• Make sure your testing area meets all environmental requirements, including a) your room is quiet and well lit; and b) your table and surrounding area are clear.
• Make sure you’re dressed appropriately, with your ears and face always visible to the proctor.
• Avoid wearing any jewelry or other accessories.
• Face masks may not be worn during check-in or any part of the at-home testing session.