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TOKYO, Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

-- Prometric will deliver the Fundamental Information Technology Engineer

Examination and the Information Security Management Examination at test centers

across all 47 prefectures of Japan

Prometric Japan Co., Ltd. (Prometric), a global leader in test development,

test delivery and candidate services, has been selected by

Information-technology Promotion Agency, Japan (IPA) as the provider of

computer-based testing (CBT) for IPA's two national exams, the Fundamental

Information Technology Engineer Examination (FE) and the Information Security

Management Examination (SG). The partnership enables Prometric to deliver IPA's

tests throughout Prometric's nationwide test center network, which includes

locations across all 47 prefectures of Japan.

"Prometric's extensive experience with computer-based testing has allowed us to

provide a convenient, flexible and effective credentialing process for IT,

finance and insurance professionals across the globe for nearly 30 years," said

Jim Hagenbucher, Vice President & General Manager Prometric Japan. "We plan to

deliver 2.5 million tests in Japan this year alone, with a cumulative total of

over 30 million tests delivered domestically. Prometric's operational and

technological expertise, combined with our consistent adherence to the highest

levels of exam security, will enable us to deliver the national exams via CBT

in a high-quality testing environment that gives each candidate peace of mind

during the process."

This conversion to the CBT test delivery method provides greater ease and

accessibility to IPA candidates - totaling more than 120,000 FE and 28,000 SG

test takers annually - enabling test takers to select the time, date and

Prometric test center that is best suited for their needs. In addition,

Prometric test centers ensure exam integrity through an incident prevention /

detection system; a consolidated test environment with monitors, partitions,

and lockers; spoofing prevention through strict identity verification; and

fraud monitoring by surveillance cameras and on-site test supervisors. All

Prometric test centers carry out rigorous accession screening and annual

operational audits. Prometric has also incorporated thorough COVID-19 infection

prevention measures such as requiring staff and test takers to wear approved

face coverings while at the testing location; ensuring social distance is

maintained; modifying test administration processes to reduce physical touch

points; providing clear guidance and communications at the testing center;

regularly disinfecting equipment; and providing enhanced ventilation.

The SG exam will be available from December 1, 2020, and the FE exam will be

available from January 5, 2021, at approximately 160 Prometric test centers

nationwide. Prometric will continue to provide full services to deliver the

exams accurately, swiftly and efficiently with the aid of Prometric's advanced

technology and ample security.

About IPA

Information-technology Promotion Agency is an independent administrative agency

under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, which

was established to support the IT national strategy in Japan from the technical

and human resources aspects. To grasp the trends and technological trends of

the ever-evolving IT society from a broad perspective, provide guidelines that

will lead to the solution of social issues and the development of industry,

strengthen information security measures, and develop excellent IT human

resources. The purpose is to work on activities and contribute to the

realization of a safe and convenient "reliable IT society".

https://www.ipa.go.jp/index-e.html 

About Prometric

As a global leader in test development, testing delivery, and candidate

services, Prometric partners with the world's top credentialing and licensure

organizations to design and deliver leading exam programs that help individuals

advance their careers and serve their communities. Our integrated, end-to-end

solutions provide exam development, management, and distribution that set the

industry standard in quality, security, and service excellence. Prometric

leverages our proprietary platform, advanced technologies, and vast operational

experience to deliver an exceptional user experience on our world-class secure

testing network. Today, we are paving the industry's path forward with new

solutions and innovation to ensure reliable access to secure assessments

anytime, anywhere. For more information, visit http://www.prometric.com or

follow us on Twitter at @PrometricGlobal and

www.linkedin.com/company/prometric/. 

Media Contacts:

Tom Warren

Prometric

+1-443-455-8652

tom.warren@prometric.com

SOURCE: Prometric