How To Do Your Inspire Global Assessment (NCAS) CBA Exam At Home!
You can finally do your Inspire Global Assessment (formerly known as NCAS) Computer Based Assessment (CBA) from the comfort of your own home. This is amazing news for Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) who are still in their home country. But before booking your CBA remotely, it is vital that you ensure you understand the guidelines you need to meet to be approved to do your CBA at home.
Below are the key steps to follow:
Step 1: Understanding ProProctor
ProProctor allows Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) to take your exam remotely from home, provided you meet all the environmental and technical requirements. There are two types of remote exams:
✔ ProProctor AI – Fully automated; AI monitors your exam.
✔ ProProctor Live – A live proctor checks you in and monitors you during the test.
Before scheduling, check with Inspire Global Assessment (NCAS) on which version of ProProctor you’ll be using.
Step 2: Scheduling Your Exam
✅ Confirm eligibility – Ensure Inspire Global Assessment (NCAS) has given you clearance to book the CBA.
✅ Create a ProProctor account – Follow instructions from your Inspire Global Assessment (NCAS) registration email.
✅ Select a test date – Choose a date and time that allows you to prepare well.
✅ Review confirmation email – This includes your test details, system requirements, and check-in process.
💡 Tip: Pick a time when your internet connection will be most stable, and avoid peak hours where Wi-Fi bandwidth might be shared.
Step 3: Preparing Before Test Day
🖥 1. Check Your System
Run the ProProctor system check to ensure your device meets the technical requirements.
Disable VPNs, firewalls, and antivirus software that may block ProProctor.
Use a wired internet connection or sit close to your router.
📂 2. Download and Install ProProctor
Download the software from the link in your confirmation email.
Ensure you have admin rights on your device to install the application.
📍 3. Set Up Your Testing Environment
Your room must be quiet, well-lit, and distraction-free.
No papers, books, or devices (except your computer).
Cover walls with visible writing or posters.
Only one chair, one table, and one monitor are allowed.
Tissues are the only item permitted on your desk.
📸 4. Get Your Identification Ready
A valid, unexpired government-issued ID is required.
The name on your ID must match your Inspire Global Assessment NCAS registration.
Step 4: What to Expect on Test Day
🔹 1. Check-In Process
System Check: You’ll do a final system check before launching the test.
ID Verification: You’ll take a photo of yourself and your ID.
Environment Scan: You’ll show a 360° view of your testing space.
👀 2. Security Checks
ProProctor requires pocket, sleeve, and glasses checks.
You may be asked to pull back long hair to ensure no devices are attached.
If wearing a sweater or jacket, you must place it on your chair, not your lap.
📌 3. During the Exam
🚫 Do not leave your seat, talk, or have other people in the room.
🚫 No eating, drinking, or using phones/watches.
🚫 Avoid looking away from the screen too often to prevent alerts.
Step 5: What to Do If You Encounter Issues
If you lose connection or face technical issues, visit go.prometric.com/chat for support.
Live Proctoring: You can chat with the proctor if any issues arise.
AI Proctoring: No live help available – you must exit and contact support.
💡 Tip: Restart your computer and close all unnecessary apps before launching ProProctor to avoid technical problems.
Final Thoughts
Booking and preparing for your Inspire Global Assessment (NCAS) CBA through ProProctor can be stress-free if you follow these steps. Ensure you check all system requirements, prepare your environment, and follow security protocols to avoid exam-day disruptions.
✨ Good luck, IENs! Your nursing career in Canada is within reach! Wishing you the best of luck ✨
