The Richards Memorial Library provides exam proctoring as a service to its patrons. This policy sets forth the following guidelines:

  • The Reference Department (Adult Services) staff are responsible for proctoring exams. Proctoring will be offered based on the availability of personnel.
  • Exams and instructions must be received directly from the testing institution.
  • The student should make an appointment with the proctoring librarian to take the exam at least one week in advance and should call prior to the day of the exam to ascertain its arrival.
  • Online/computer exams can be proctored but software cannot be downloaded to any Library computer. Due to demand, the Library reserves the right to limit the use of its computers for exam taking to specified times.
  • Exams will be administered during regular operating hours and must be completed fifteen minutes before the Library's closing time.
  • The proctor will enforce time limits placed on the exam and any other requirements that are set forth in the examination materials.
  • The student should arrive ten minutes before the agreed-upon time with the items required for taking the exam (calculator, etc. ).
  • The student must present a valid picture ID at the time of the examination.
  • The proctor will check on the student periodically during an exam but will not monitor continuously.
  • Cell phone use or conversations with others is not allowed during the exam.
  • The Richards Memorial Library is not responsible for the completed exam once it has been mailed back to the educational institution. 

Approved by the Board of Library Trustees July 11, 2024