Tests & Exams at OES
How proctored unit tests and final exams work at OES — and what changes for all final exams starting September 1, 2026.
OES courses require that students write closed-book unit tests and a final exam in the presence of an approved proctor. Proctoring controls time limits, notes, online tools and outside help — protecting the integrity of every mark we issue.
What is a proctor? A proctor is an individual who witnesses the test or final exam being written and attests that all procedures were properly followed.
With university admissions more competitive than ever, these standards keep OES in good standing with the Ministry of Education and give post-secondary institutions results they can trust.
What’s changing on September 1, 2026
Unit tests keep their current proctoring options. All final exams will follow a new protocol: every exam is proctored through the OES online platform, included free of charge — no fees and no need to find your own exam proctor.
Proctoring your unit tests
When you reach a test that needs to be proctored, complete all unit tasks first, then email your teacher to let them know you’re ready to write. Two proctoring options are available for unit tests.
Option 1
Arrange your own proctor
No fees paid to OES
Meet an approved proctor in person at a time and place that works for you. Apply at least 48–72 hours before your proposed date by having your proctor complete the OES Proctor Form, found in the general resources section of your course.
Your proctor must:
- Not be related to you in any way
- Not be a student at any level
- Not be a tutor
- Preferably hold a university degree or college designation
Who can this be?
A teacher, librarian or guidance counsellor; a neighbour, co-worker or manager; a professor, counsellor, social worker or colleague — anyone who meets the criteria above.
Option 2
OES online proctoring
$55.00 per test · Optional
Write your test online with an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) as your proctor — helpful if you can’t find an in-person proctor or need a last-minute arrangement. Book at least two days in advance.
How to book:
- Find an available time slot and book it
- Pay the proctoring fee
- Complete the Assessment Information Form
All final exams are now proctored by OES — free of charge
As of September 1, 2026, every final exam follows one protocol: exams are proctored through the OES online platform by our in-house Proctoring Team, and this is included in your course at no extra cost. You no longer arrange your own exam proctor.
Step 1
Finish your coursework
Complete all course tasks and unit tests so you’re exam-ready.
Step 2
Your teacher notifies us
Your teacher informs the in-house Proctoring Team that you’re ready to write.
Step 3
We schedule with you
The Proctoring Team connects with you directly to set a day and time.
Step 4
Write your exam online
Write your final exam on the OES platform, proctored live — free of charge.
On schedule
Exams are booked as soon as you’re ready — no delays.
Sequential
Assessments happen in the right order, every time.
Secure
Live proctoring on our platform protects academic integrity.
Trusted results
Reliable marks that post-secondary institutions can count on.
What you’ll need for online proctoring
For any online-proctored test or exam, make sure you have the following ready before your session. Sessions are recorded for safety and academic-integrity purposes.
A webcam
A laptop or desktop computer
Scanner or scanner app
A microphone
A printer, present at assessment time
Government-issued photo ID
Questions about tests or exams?
Our team is happy to walk you through proctoring options, the new exam protocol, or anything else about assessments at OES.