The New PCAT – CBT

The administrator of the PCAT, Pearson Ltd has introduced a new computer-based test (CBT) version of the PCAT from July 2011. The new computer based test is exactly similar to the paper based test, i.e. the content, syllabus, order of the sections and scoring and reporting system does not change. Only changed would be the way in which the test is conducted. Moreover, there is no change of rules either. Those that were applicable for the PBT are still applicable for the CBT version of the PCAT. The test format is going to be a simple one, which means there will not be complicated functions like the on-screen calculator, spell check or internet access provided while writing the test. Essays should be typed on the computer. The test is administered at certain Pearson VUE testing centers all over the world.