Please note, Assessment Services will be closed from June 8–21, 2026, and will reopen on June 22, 2026. For current booking and registration information during this closure, email us to receive an automated reply with important links and updates.
External exam services are available to anyone attending an institution or professional organization other than Selkirk College.
In-Person Services
- In-person services are available at the Castlegar Campus in Room A-41 and the Silver King Campus in Nelson in Room C-220.
- Exams must be booked three weeks in advance.
- Students with academic accommodations must request their exam sitting at least six weeks in advance or the accommodation may not be provided.
- Please email us for more information.
- No refunds are provided under any circumstances.
- Exams must arrive 10 business days before the exam sitting. If institutions/agencies are unable to meet this operational requirement, unfortunately we are unable to host the exam. Please discuss this with your institution prior to booking.
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Find Out More & Register
Owner builder exam
You must have an authorization letter from BC Housing before booking with username and password.
Do not pay for your sitting. Please select "Paid for by your institution" (not "Self-pay"). No refunds are provided, even in the case of an error.
Booking steps:
- Choose your location.
- Choose a group (select "External Exam - In Person").
- Choose a group (select "External Exams - Paid by Your Institution").
- Choose an exam (select "Owner Builder").
- Choose a date and time.
- Input your information.
- Register using your username and password issued by BC Housing.
Alternative options
We understand that our scheduling options may not always fit with your work, family or personal commitments. If you are unable to do one of our in-person proctored external exams, the following partner agencies may be able to assist you.
Alternative Locations for In-Person External Exams
- College of the Rockies (Creston and Cranbrook)
- WorkBC Centres (Trail, Castlegar, Nelson, Grand Forks, Creston, Nakusp and other regional locations)
- Trail Skills Centre
- Public libraries in your area may also offer exam invigilation or quiet testing spaces. Availability varies by location.
Please note: These locations operate independently and availability, fees, booking requirements and services may vary. We encourage you to contact the agency directly to confirm details and arrange your appointment.
Typing Tests
Access live virtual proctored (Zoom) typing tests—accredited and certified—for employment and school applications.
Fees, Rescheduling, Cancelling and Proctor Information
Fees for external invigilation/proctoring services
Prices are based on a three-hour maximum exam. Each additional hour is $10. GST is added to prices.
Option 1
Student/applicant pays $60.
Note: Funds appear as "PrepBlast" on your transactions. There are no refunds or cancellations without forfeiting your fee.
Option 2
Institution's cost for external exam if they are being invoiced: $79.
Option 3
Off-schedule or private booking requests: $79/student (up to 8 students, $237 minimum). Please email for arrangements and for requests over 8 students.
Reschedule
Select "My History" in the top right. Use the email you registered with to sign in. A link will be sent to your email. Use that link to look at your booking schedule to make changes. No refunds provided.
All rescheduling must be 10 days prior to the sitting. Rescheduling beyond that results in loss of seating fee.
Questions? Email us at @email.
Cancel
Please email us directly to cancel. There are no refunds.
Proctor and presiding supervisor forms
For use on proctor/invigilator forms and the address to have paper-copy exams sent:
Kathryn Kimmerly
Faculty Assistant, Assessment Services Centre
Student Access & Support Department
301 Frank Beinder Way, Castlegar, BC V1N4L3
(250) 365-1313 ext. 21313
Contact by email
Proctor/Presiding Supervisor Forms
If your institution requires proctor or presiding supervisor forms:
- Complete the form fully using the signature information found above.
- Email the completed form to Exams.
- We will apply digital signature and date only.
Note: TRU applicants complete Section B of the Presiding Supervisor Form themselves (reference section does not get filled in).