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This will be a specific dated window and candidates will be notified of the duration of the window for each diet by email. If you do not book your centre seat within the dedicated schedule window, you will not be permitted to sit the examination.  \nYou will receive an email from Pearson Vue on the day when the test centre schedule window will open. This email will instruct you on how to book a test centre using the Pearson Vue system.  \nTest centres are available globally and you do not need to book a centre in relation to the preferred location you selected when booking your MRCS Part A.  \nSpace at test centres is subject to availability and offered on a first come first serve basis. As such, some candidates may not be able to book their preferred location.  \nPlease contact Pearson VUE directly if you have any test centre booking or availability queries. You College will not be able to book you a test centre seat.  \nIs there a mock or practice exam available?  \nA practice exam is not available in advance of the examination day, but all instructions will be provided when you arrive at the Pearson Vue test centre.  \nThere is a tutorial at the beginning of your examination that provides detailed instructions on how to use the software.  \nICBSE has set up a dedicated webpage containing further information and guidance for all candidates.  \nI require a reasonable adjustment, how will this be accommodated?  \nReasonable adjustments must be confirmed with your College at the time of application. If you have already correctly registered your reasonable adjustment (for example; for visual impairment, dyslexia or other specific learning difficulties) these will be accounted for and should show on your Pearson Vue test centre booking portal. You may need to call Pearson Vue directly to book or confirm your test centre seat with some reasonable adjustment requests. Please contact your College if you require any clarification.  \nFor candidates with additional time granted, you will be still be allowed a 60-minute break between papers, and will start your PoSG paper later than candidates sitting without additional time.  \nExamination Day  \nWhat time should I arrive at the test centre?  \nCandidates should arrive at least 30 minutes before the examination start time to allow for security and admission checks to be completed.  \nIf you arrive more than 15 minutes after your examination start time, you will not be permitted entry to the examination.  \nWhat do I need to bring with me to the examination centre?  \nPlease refer to your test centre booking confirmation email for confirmation of what you must bring with you to access your exam. 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Please see the Pearson VUE Comfort Aid List for full details.  \nDiabetic candidates requiring access to their smartphone for medical reasons during the examination time will need to request a reasonable adjustment directly with their College prior to the examination day.  \nCan I finish the examination early?  \nCandidates who finish Paper 1 early will be required to remain at their stations for","cbCaijbIrlimsXjH","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaijbIrlimsXjH","pdf",77128,"English","# Preparing for the examination\n## How do I book my test centre?\n## Is there a mock or practice exam available?\n## I require a reasonable adjustment, how will this be accommodated?\n# Examination Day\n## What time should I arrive at the test centre?\n## What do I need to bring with me to the examination centre?\n## What am I allowed to bring into the examination room?\n## Can I finish the examination early?\n## Can I access my personal belongings during the scheduled break?\n## How will the exam be invigilated?\n## Do I need to wear a face mask or take other COVID precautions?\n## What happens if I experience a technical problem during the exam?","[{\"question\":\"How do candidates book their test centre seat?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates must book a test centre seat within the dedicated schedule window for each diet. 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