CBT

What is CBT?

CBT(Computer Based Testing) is a method of conducting a test using a computer at a dedicated Test Center.
Prometric 's CBT, which has a rich track record, provides test-taking opportunities that promise rigor and fairness at high-quality and convenient Test Center located in 120 cities in 47 prefectures.

Comparison of paper Test and CBT

Candidate using CBT do not have to take the test at a fixed location or time like paper Test.
An "on-demand" Test is available, allowing Candidate to choose a location, date and time to take the test according to their own convenience.

	PBT(Paper Based Testing)	CBT
Opportunity to take the exam	Held once to several times a year Held mainly in major cities across the country	Held from time to time You can select the date and time from Test Center in 120 cities in 47 prefectures nationwide.
How to apply	Deadline: 1 to 2 months before exam date by mail	You can Scheduling, changes, and cancellations on the website until just before exam date.
Implementation cost	Mainly fixed costs Fixed costs such as Test Center rent are incurred, making it difficult to respond to changes in the number of Candidate.	Mainly pay-as-you-go Even if the number Candidate is small in rural areas, costs will be incurred according to the number of Candidate
Identification	The office will issue an admission ticket with your face photo pasted on it, which will be checked at Test Center.	Confirm with official Identification Document as driver's license, My Number Card, passport, etc.
Question format	Limited to what can be expressed on paper, and using audio playback equipment.	A variety of questions can be asked using images, audio, and video content.
Test items	All Candidate take the same questions	Questions can be asked in different formats depending on Candidate
Result notification	Usually notified about 1 to 2 months after grading work such as reading mark sheets.	Candidate can be immediately notified after automatic scoring
Security	There is a high risk of losing answer sheets that contain personal information.	Implements multiple and advanced encryption and protection functions based on high security standards
Disaster BCP	You will not be able to take the test until the next time it is held. Or, if additional events are held, additional costs will be incurred for arranging and adjusting Test Center.	Candidate can make their own Scheduling from any available exam date. There are no additional costs related to transfers.
Environmental aspect	A large amount of CO2 is generated due to the printing of large quantities of paper such as question papers, answer sheets, and bulletin boards at Test Center, and the transportation of paper throughout the country.	Eliminates paper printing and transportation, reduces CO2 and contributes to environmental conservation

About Prometric CBT

One-stop support for Test management operations

Prometric can handle everything from "Scheduling", "Test Administration", "Call Center Support", and "Scoring and Result provision" all at once.

Prometric provides one-stop support for tasks related to CBT exams. Prometric will register the test questions and pass/fail criteria created by the test sponsor organization. The management system for test sponsor organizations allows you to check Candidate reservation status and Test Result. Prometric will also take care of all Candidate. Candidate can apply for the test, pay the test fee, and make changes/cancellations using the reservation system. Prometric will be responsible for accepting reservations, collecting test fees, responding to inquiries, and handling transfers. On On the test day, the test will be held at Prometric 's dedicated CBT Test Center, where Candidate will be accepted and their identity confirmed, and the test will be conducted in the presence of a trained test proctor. Answer data is immediately transferred to the system for scoring and aggregation. It is also possible to notify the results immediately after completion.

Reservation Scheduling

Online Scheduling reception
Group Registration
Test Fee collection
Confirmation Letter issued
Guidance on examination procedures
Providing CBT trial version

Test implementation

CBT of Test questions
Test Center arrangement and management
Arrangement and training of Test proctors
Supervisory work
Same-day service
Providing reasonable accommodation

call center

Responding to Candidate inquiries
Transfer compatible
Handling accommodation requests

Scoring/result provision

Automatic scoring
Providing result data
Immediate result notification to Candidate

Fair and secure testing environment

Features

Test Center construction and test operation based on unified regulations
Equipped with a common testing environment for all Test Center
- reception
- locker with key
- waiting space
- Surveillance camera
- Examination environment
Maintaining and improving Test Center quality through annual Test Center audits

Example) Ochanomizu Test Center

① Reception ② Locker with key ③ Waiting space ④ Examination environment ⑤ Surveillance camera

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Rich track record

Introduction example of Prometric, which boasts the largest scale in Japan / 01. CBT pioneer with over 30 years of experience in Japan and abroad / 02. Reliable exam environment 47 prefectures, 120 cities, more than 3,600 seats / 03. Accumulated trust 2 million exams per year in Japan Cumulative total 30 million tests

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