Scientist Training Programme
FAQs: About the test
Scientist Training Programme SJT (exam series code NSHCS-SJT).
25 scenarios (each with between 4 and 8 responses). You will be asked to rate how appropriate the response is in relation to the scenario.
The standard time allocation for the SJT is 50 mins (see the breakdown and additional information at www.pearsonvue.com/nshcs)
Prior to starting the test, please ensure your system meets the system requirements as stated below.
System requirements: The computer system you use for this test must meet these minimum requirements:
| Internet browsers | Edge, Firefox, Safari and Chrome current version |
| Mobile devices | iOS and Android devices are not supported. |
| Network connection | Pearson VUE strongly recommends using a wired network rather than a wireless network, since a wired network provides better exam delivery performance. |
| Internet connection | Broadband (DSL, cable, or LAN/WLAN): 1 Mbps up/down minimum Dial-up Internet connections are not supported. |
| Browser settings | Internet cookies must be enabled. Ensure any security software will not block the execution of JavaScript. |
No, the test must be completed during the stated event delivery period.
If you encounter a blank screen or error message when you start the test, your computer system may not meet the minimum requirements. Check the requirements below and/or try again on a different computer.
System requirements: The computer system you use for this test must meet these minimum requirements:
| Internet browsers | Edge, Firefox, Safari and Chrome current version |
| Mobile devices | iOS and Android devices are not supported. |
| Network connection | Pearson VUE strongly recommends using a wired network rather than a wireless network, since a wired network provides better exam delivery performance. |
| Internet connection | Broadband (DSL, cable, or LAN/WLAN): 1 Mbps up/down minimum Dial-up Internet connections are not supported. |
| Browser settings | Internet cookies must be enabled. Ensure any security software will not block the execution of JavaScript. |
To resume the exam, follow these steps:
- Please Log in.
- Enter your username and password.
- Select the exam under “Open Online Exams".
- Click “Resume Exam”.
Pearson VUE cannot offer troubleshooting or technical advice. If you call Pearson VUE Customer Service, they will simply refer you to the system requirements and FAQs on this webpage. However, they can help with queries relating to your login / password, and can check your eligibility and exam status. Contact details are available via the link on the right hand side of this page. Be sure to tell the customer service agent that you are calling about the Scientist Training Programme (exam series code NSHCS-SJT).
If the FAQs have not addressed your question, please contact customer service. Be sure to tell the customer service agent that you are calling about the Scientist Training Programme (exam series code NSHCS-SJT).