HPAT
Health Professions Admission Test – Ireland
Test Taker
Information Booklet
Registration Deadline:
19 January 2024
Test Window:
16–25 February 2024
HPAT-Ireland.acer.org
Last updated: February 2024
09.02.24
IMPORTANT: Please read and make sure you understand the LEGAL NOTICE at the end of this Booklet.
This Booklet, including the Legal Notice will form part of the binding agreement between you and the Australian Council for Educational Research Ltd
(ABN 19 004 398 145) (“ACER”) if you register to take the HPAT - Ireland 2024 test.
You should make sure that you understand fully and are familiar with the contents of this Booklet (including the Legal Notice) before you register
for the HPAT - Ireland 2024 test.
HPAT- Ireland 2024 Timeline
Registrations open in
November 2023
Registrations close at 5.15pm GMT
19 January 2024
Late registrations are accepted
up to 2 February 2024
(late fee applies)
Book test session with ProctorU
Download the ACER Test App and
Guardian Broswer
Test window: 16–25 February 2024
Results will be released to
UL applicants and mature
test takers in late April 2024.
Results will be released to other test
takers in late June 2024.
Contents
1. Contact Us 1
2. About the Test 2
Which universities require a HPAT - Ireland score to apply? 2
Test Structure 2
3. Before the Test 3
Key Points 3
Eligibility for HPAT - Ireland 3
CAO application and CAO number 3
Registering for HPAT - Ireland 3
How do I create an ACER online account? 3
Completing your registration for HPAT - Ireland 3
What is remote proctoring? 4
How do I book my ProctorU test session? 4
Once I have made my booking can I reschedule my session if I need to? 5
What is the ACER Test App? 6
Registration deadline(s) 6
Payment and refunds 6
How do I apply for a refund? 6
Reasonable Adjustments 6
Supporting Documentation 7
How do I apply for Reasonable Adjustments? 7
Do I need to apply for reasonable adjustments again if I did so in a previous sitting? 7
4. Technical Preparation and Requirements 8
Introduction 8
ACER Test App 8
Guardian Browser 8
Do I need to purchase a new computer to sit the HPAT - Ireland? 9
Technical specications 9
Technical trouble shooting 9
5. Preparing for HPAT - Ireland 10
Key Points 10
HPAT - Ireland online platform Demo 10
Should I attend a HPAT - Ireland preparation course? 10
Test-taking strategy 10
HPAT - Ireland preparation materials 11
E-books 11
How do I purchase preparation materials? 12
Automatic scoring for Written English (UL applicants only) 12
How does automatic scoring work? (UL applicants only) 12
Preparing for Written English (UL applicants only) 12
Pre-test checklist 12
6. Test Day 13
Key Points 13
What identication do I need to complete my test? 13
What will I need to complete my test? 13
What items are prohibited? 14
Can I use a dictionary? 14
Completing the test 14
Answering the test questions 14
Technical Issues 15
What do I do if there are delays in connecting me to a proctor? 15
What do I do if I experience technical or connection problems during my test session? 15
Taking your test 15
Test takers with Reasonable Adjustments 15
Beginning your Test – Step by step 15
Finishing your Test Session 17
Absent or ‘No Show’ for your scheduled booking 17
7. After the test 18
Key Points 18
When will my result be available? 18
How are HPAT - Ireland scores calculated, and what does it all mean? 18
What is a scaled score? 18
What is considered a good HPAT - Ireland score? 19
Currency of results 19
How does ACER ensure equity and fairness? 19
8. Appeals and Complaints 20
9. Test Security and Misconduct 21
Misconduct 21
What is considered misconduct? 21
What happens if I am found to have unacceptable conduct, or breached security? 21
10. HPAT - Ireland Declaration 22
11. HPAT – Legal Notice 23
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1. Contact Us
HPAT - Ireland is developed and administered by the
Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)
on behalf of a group of Irish Universities. ACER is an
independent not-for-prot organisation.
All important information about HPAT - Ireland can be
found in this Information Booklet or on the HPAT - Ireland
website (https://HPAT - Ireland.acer.org).
Due to the high volume of enquiries received particularly
around the test window, it is advised to review the website
and this information booklet for the answer to any
questions you may have – particularly if they are urgent.
If you cannot nd the answer to your question, please
email the HPAT - Ireland Oce at ACER and we will
respond as soon as we can.
Please direct all enquiries or concerns by email to the
HPAT - Ireland Oce and include your full name and
HPAT - Ireland ID number so we can easily nd your
registration and previous correspondence.
Email is the best means of communication on matters
concerning HPAT - Ireland and all communications from
the HPAT - Ireland Oce will be via email, unless otherwise
agreed by both parties.
To ensure that your email provider does not ag important
communication from the HPAT - Ireland Oce as
spam, please save the HPAT - Ireland email address
(HPAT - Ireland@acer.org) to your list of safe senders.
Email: HPAT - Ireland@acer.org
Email services are available: Monday to Friday
All emails will generally be responded to within
24 hours.
Please note that response time may be longer in busy
periods and after weekends or bank holidays.
Message system: Test takers can also contact
the HPAT - Ireland oce through the HPAT - Ireland
registration account messaging system. Please use
this method of correspondence for private and personal
information. This includes:
• Reasonable Adjustment documentation
• Banking information
• Identication documentation
Mail: HPAT - Ireland Oce at
ACER Private Bag 55
Camberwell VIC 3124 AUSTRALIA
Please note the HPAT - Ireland Oce does not advise
sending communications by mail as it cannot be held
responsible for postal losses or delays.
ProctorU Support
If you need immediate assistance, please access your ProctorU Account and use the Live Chat feature OR
Call +44 808 168 1055.
If it is a non-urgent request, please enter the details of your request through the support website and a member
of ProctorU support staff will respond as soon as possible. (Response times will fall within 24-48 hours).
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2. About the Test
The Health Professions Admission Test – Ireland
(HPAT - Ireland) is developed by the Australian Council
for Educational Research to assist with the selection of
students into medicine and health professions degree
programmes.
HPAT - Ireland has been designed to assess logical
reasoning and problem solving skills as well as non-verbal
reasoning and the ability to understand the thoughts,
behaviour and/or intentions of people. The test has a
strong focus on general skills and personal abilities that
have been identied as important for a competent health
professional. HPAT - Ireland is designed to complement
academic achievement; it does not test academic
knowledge and it does not require special understanding
of any academic discipline.
The HPAT - Ireland test is offered once annually in
February each year.
Which universities require a
HPAT - Ireland score to apply?
You will need a HPAT - Ireland score to apply for admission
to any of the following courses:
• National University of Ireland Galway –
Undergraduate Medicine
• Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland –
Undergraduate Medicine
• Trinity College Dublin – Undergraduate Medicine
• University College Cork – Undergraduate Medicine
• University College Dublin – Undergraduate
Medicine
• University of Limerick – MSc Occupational Therapy
(Professional Qualication) and MSc Speech and
Language Therapy (Professional Qualication)
For information about specic courses and admission
requirements, please refer to the relevant university
websites. All course links can be found on the HPAT - Ireland
website.
International applicants please note: If you are an
international or non-EU student you may be exempt
from taking HPAT - Ireland. For further information
contact the CAO or the universities directly.
Test Structure
The HPAT - Ireland is a 2½ hour test consisting of three
sections. Each section is separately timed and there
are no rest breaks between sections. The questions
are in multiple choice format with 4 or 5 response
alternatives from which you are asked to choose the
most appropriate. Each question has only one correct
response. Questions in sections 1 and 2 are in written
form (though some section 1 questions may present
information in visual or tabular format). Section 3
questions are based entirely on visual material.
HPAT - Ireland is divided into three sections designed to
assess performance in the areas of:
• Section 1 – Logical Reasoning and Problem
Solving
• Section 2 – Interpersonal Understanding
• Section 3 – Non-Verbal Reasoning
• Section 4 – Written English (UL applicants only)
The following table shows the structure of HPAT - Ireland
by section and time.
Number of
questions
Time in
minutes
Section 1 42 60
Section 2 42 50
Section 3 30 40
Written English
(UL applicants
only)
2 65
IMPORTANT NOTE: In addition to completing
HPAT - Ireland, test takers applying to the MSc
Occupational Therapy (Professional Qualication) and
the MSc Speech and Language Therapy (Professional
Qualication) at the University of Limerick are required to
sit a 1 hour Written English component.
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3. Before the Test
Key Points
• Test Takers must either be in their nal year of school or have completed their Leaving Certicate prior to 2024
to sit HPAT - Ireland
• All MEDICINE applicants should obtain their CAO number before registering for HPAT - Ireland
• All test takers need to create an ACER account and complete their registration by 5.15pm GMT 19 January 2024
• Reasonable Adjustment applications close by 5:15pm GMT 19 January 2024
Eligibility for HPAT - Ireland
HPAT - Ireland is available to any person who is applying to
study a course for which HPAT - Ireland is a prerequisite,
and who is able to meet the academic entry requirements
set by the universities. Eligible test takers must either be
in their nal year of school or have completed their school
leaving certicate prior to 2024.
International/non-EU students may be exempt from taking
HPAT - Ireland. Please contact the universities to which you
intend to apply directly, or check their websites for information.
CAO application and CAO number
Before registering for HPAT - Ireland, all MEDICINE
applicants should rst get their CAO number. This number
is required to complete your HPAT - Ireland registration
successfully.
To get yourself a CAO number you need to apply online
at www.cao.ie. Please note that if a paper application is
submitted, your CAO number will not be available in time
to register for the HPAT - Ireland test.
Applicants to the MSc in Occupational Therapy and MSc
Speech and Language Therapy are not required to obtain
a CAO number to sit HPAT - Ireland. All applications should
be made to the University of Limerick directly.
Registering for HPAT - Ireland
How do I create an ACER online
account?
To register for HPAT - Ireland you will need to create an
ACER online account. You can do this by following the
link from the HPAT - Ireland website. When creating your
account you should ensure that your name and date of
birth match exactly the identication document that you
will present at your test session. These details will also be
printed on your Statement of Results, and provided with
your results to the CAO, so it is important they are correct,
and that nicknames are not included.
To create your online account you must provide a
valid email address which will be accessible during the
registration, test and reporting cycle. Once an account has
been activated it can be used for any future registrations.
If you make a mistake and need to change your name,
date of birth or gender in your account, you will need to
email the HPAT - Ireland Oce, and we will do it for you.
You may be asked to provide a supporting document
to ensure that it is actually you, and not someone else
providing false information. Remember – for privacy
purposes all personal information should be provided via
the message system within your ACER account.
Completing your registration
for HPAT - Ireland
The only way to register for HPAT - Ireland is online via the
HPAT - Ireland website https://HPAT - Ireland.acer.org. To
register you need an online account with a working email
address and a credit card. The email address you include
will be used for all communication from the HPAT - Ireland
Oce, including information on how to access your
HPAT - Ireland results. It is important to enter your correct
time zone, if you are based in Ireland, it will be Europe/
Dublin (GMT+00.00). If you are located outside of Ireland,
please ensure you correctly select the correct time zone
for your location.
Once you have created your account please select
HPAT - Ireland as the test that you wish to register
for, ll in the online registration form and submit the
payment. Details entered in the registration form can be
amended through your online account at any time. Before
completing your registration you will be asked to conrm
that you have read this HPAT - Ireland 2024 Information
Booklet including the Legal Notice, and that you agree and
accept the terms and conditions of participation in the
HPAT - Ireland test. A copy of the information contained in
the declaration can be found on page 22.
Once your payment and registration are successful, you will
receive a registration conrmation and payment receipt.
These will both be sent to your registered email address.
When you receive these, please check that the spelling of
your name listed in your conrmation email matches the
identication document that you will present on the test day.
You can review the information provided in your registration
at any time by logging into your ACER online account.
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What is remote proctoring?
Remote proctoring involves sitting the test under live supervision using your own computer in a quiet and private location
with internet connectivity. Please watch this short video to have an understanding of how remote proctoring works and
what to expect.
Note: Remote proctoring for HPAT - Ireland is currently provided by ProctorU. ProctorU is based in the United States and by
agreeing to sit the test by remote proctoring you will be required to provide your personal information to an overseas entity. In
order to sit the test by remote proctoring you will need to provide your personal information to a third party, ProctorU (ACER’s
current provider of remote proctoring). The personal information you provide to ProctorU will be stored outside of Australia, the
UK and the EU. You should read ProctorU’s privacy policy.
How do I book a ProctorU test session?
To schedule your ProctorU test session, log into your ACER account https://registration.acer.edu.au and click on the Log in
to ProctorU tab on the homepage under the heading Schedule, Update or Sit your test session.
You must schedule/reschedule your test session by the registration deadlines provided on page 5 and the test session
booking is subject to the availability listed on ProctorU’s booking site during the test window period. You will be prompted to
complete the EU citizen/resident information and agree to the Terms & Conditions outlined.
a. Click on the Schedule New Session icon on the homepage:
b. Select HPAT - Ireland ACER as your institution and 2024 as the term, then select HPAT - Ireland Sections 1, 2 and 3 as
the exam. Then click on the nd sessions tab. Please note: test takers that are applying to the University of Limerick
for the MSc Occupational Therapy and/or the MSc Speech and Language Therapy must follow this step again to nd
HPAT - Ireland (Limerick) Written English test sessions.
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c. Choose the date and time you’d like to take the exam and click Select and then Schedule to conrm your choice.
When scheduling your test, pay attention to the time you are choosing if you select 12AM you are scheduling for Midnight
(AM = Morning, PM = Afternoon).
Please account for anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes to complete the start-up procedures in addition to the time you’ll
spend in your test. This is the time it takes to verify your identity, secure your environment, and get you into your
HPAT - Ireland test. The start-up process does not take any time away from the time you’re allowed in your test.
Your test time does not start until you’re actually in your HPAT - Ireland test and click the START button to begin.
Once I have made my booking can I reschedule my session if I need to?
ProctorU reservations can be changed. The window for bookings and any changes will close 3 days out from the start
of the test window after this time no changes will be permitted.
To reschedule ensure that you log in to your ACER account to reschedule your test session(s) if needed. Click Log in to
ProctorU.
Once you are logged in to your ProctorU account, please click on the Reschedule button and select a new date and time.
Please note: If you do need to change your session date/time, you may nd that the time you want is already booked out, so
any changes should only be made if absolutely necessary. At times ProctorU will experience high testing volumes, generally
between 9am and 3pm. If you wish to avoid delays, we suggest you schedule your test outside of these peak times.
Importantly if you have a scheduled test session, keeping it is the best way to ensure you will be able to take your test. If
you Cancel or are a No-show for your test, there may be delays in being able to schedule you quickly, or you may miss the
test window altogether.
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What is the ACER Test App?
The test itself will be housed in the ACER Test App. You
will need to download this onto the computer you intend
to sit the test with in advance of the test window. In
order to ensure you have the most up to date version, a
download link is provided in this booklet on page 8.
You need to install the application on the computer that
you intend to sit the HPAT - Ireland with. It is important
that you download and install the application prior to
your test session, as you will not be able to sit the test
without having the application ready to use on your test
day. To check that the installation was successful, launch
the HPAT - Ireland Test Application. You should see the
HPAT - Ireland test log in page. Please note you will NOT
be able to log in to the ACER online test application until
your scheduled test session(s).
Registration deadline(s)
Registrations for the HPAT - Ireland 2024 test will open in
November 2023. Your online registration and payment
must be completed by: 5:15pm GMT 19 January 2024.
Late registrations will be accepted up to 5.15pm GMT
29 January 2024. Late registrations are subject to an
additional fee.
An exceptional late registration is available until
5.15pm GMT on 2 February 2024. The exceptional late
registration is available only to test takers who have
submitted their application to CAO by 5.00pm GMT on 1
February 2024 and is subject to an additional fee.
Due to the requirement to lock in nal testing numbers,
late registrations after 5.15pm GMT 2 February 2024
cannot be accepted. No exceptions can be made.
Payment and refunds
Table of fees:
Fee type Amount
Standard Registration fee €156.80
Written English (UL
applicants only)
€10
Late fee €75
Exceptional late fee €110
Refund administration fee €55
No show re-booking fee €90
The fee to sit HPAT - Ireland 2024 is €156.80. An additional
fee of €10 applies to all UL applicants required to complete
the Written English component. An additional €75 late fee
applies for registrations completed after 5.15pm GMT 19
January 2024 and before 5.15pm GMT 29 January 2024.
An exceptional late fee of €110 in addition to the registration
fee applies to registrations submitted after 5.15pm GMT 29
January 2024 until 5.15 GMT 2 February 2024.
Your registration fee includes a copy of the online Practice
Test e-book.
Payments are completed online by credit card (Mastercard,
Visa Credit and Visa Debit). You will receive a payment
conrmation/tax invoice by email once the payment is
successfully completed. Please check your junkmail/spam
folders if you do not receive your payment receipt. If you
are still unable to nd it email the HPAT - Ireland oce.
Note: ACER uses the CommWeb payment gateway to
process your payment. The use of the payment gateway
means that credit card details are not recorded or stored
by ACER. You will be redirected to the CommWeb payment
gateway to enter credit card information where the data
are encrypted at the point of capture and transmitted
directly to the bank by the provider. Please note that your
credit card statement may list ACER as the recipient, and a
specic reference to HPAT - Ireland may not be mentioned.
How do I apply for a refund?
Registration fees for the HPAT - Ireland 2024 test will
be refunded up to 5.15pm GMT 29 January 2024, with
an administration charge of €55, unless a full refund is
required by law. Requests must be submitted through
your ACER account and a conrmation email will be sent
to your registered email address once your request has
been successfully submitted.
Please note that access to any preparation materials
included with the HPAT - Ireland 2024 registration will be
withdrawn upon completion of the refund. The fee will
be refunded to the credit card used for payment. If your
credit card has changed since you paid your registration,
please email the HPAT - Ireland oce.
PLEASE NOTE: To the fullest extent permitted at law, except
as expressly provided herein, all moneys paid as part of a
registration to sit the HPAT - Ireland test are non-refundable.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you have a disability or other health-related or
educational need that might interfere with your ability to
sit the test in the standard manner, you should apply for
reasonable adjustments as soon as possible after you
complete your registration.
If you are unsure, we recommend you submit an application.
All requests are assessed on a case-by-case basis and
all reasonable efforts will be made to provide you with
support and appropriate testing conditions for your needs.
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To complete all the pre-test preparations, all requests need to
be submitted no later than the close of standard registrations
at 17:15pm GMT, 19 January 2024. If you require reasonable
adjustments due to a condition that occurred after the
application deadline, please contact the HPAT - Ireland
Oce for advice. You can send your supporting medical
documentation through your HPAT - Ireland account.
Supporting Documentation
Please note there are changes to the types of medical
documentation required when submitting a reasonable
adjustment application from 2024. Please read the new
HPAT - Ireland Documentation Requirements Guidelines
for Reasonable Adjustments.
List of Common Reasonable Adjustments
This list is non-exhaustive. Other adjustments can also be
granted.
Presentation - Change in presentation format of test
• Larger fonts or print format (test centre sitting only).
• Written list of instructions.
Response - Modication in the way a Test taker
completes a test
• Scribe (test centre sitting only).
• Reader (test centre sitting only).
Setting - Allowance for a Test taker to undertake a test
with permitted aides
• Use of Irlen Spectral Filters.
• Use of colour overlay.
• Bilingual Dictionary for Test takers whose native
language is not English.
• Permission to have blood glucose testing kit and
insulin.
• Permission to have medication.
• Permission to have food/drink.
• Permission to stand and stretch.
Timing and scheduling - Adjustments to when and how
long a Test taker has to complete a test
• Extended time to complete a test.
• Rest breaks.
How do I apply for Reasonable
Adjustments?
Test takers must submit the online form and supporting
documentation for their request through their online
account prior to the close of standard registrations at
17:15pm GMT, 19 January 2024.
To apply complete the following steps:
1. Create an online account and register for
HPAT - Ireland (page 3).
2. Once your registration is complete you can
apply for reasonable adjustments through your
online account. Please ll in the online form and
provide details about your condition and required
adjustments – be detailed, we need to know exactly
what you need.
3. Attach the supporting documentation for your
request. Please read the new HPAT - Ireland
Documentation Requirements Guidelines for
Reasonable Adjustments for more specic details
on the documentation required.
4. Once your application is received, a conrmation
email will be sent to your registered email address.
The HPAT - Ireland Oce will contact you if further
documentation or information is required for the
assessment of your request.
5. All applications will be reviewed after the close of
standard registrations at 17:15pm GMT, 19 January
2024 and you will be notied of the outcome as
soon as possible after this. If approved, you will be
able to view your approved adjustments through
your online account. Your adjustments will be
added to your ProctorU account by ACER and any
additional time will be added to the timer on the
ACER test app. For test takers with rest breaks, you
will be provided a separate rest break timer. The test
will be paused during rest breaks and a separate rest
break timer started.
All information regarding reasonable adjustments will
be treated condentially and will not be forwarded to the
universities or admission authorities. Proctors on the test
day will be informed of the adjustments provided to you,
but not of your condition. If you wish that proctors, be
alerted to the nature of your condition, please indicate this
in your application.
Note: For psychometric reasons there is no possibility
of reviewing or giving special consideration to test
results, such as adjusting results for any perceived or
actual disadvantage; or whether the actual or perceived
disadvantage arises from any incident on the sitting
day, or any wanted adjustment to sitting conditions.
Consequently, it is important that any such adjustment
be applied for in accordance with ACER’s reasonable
adjustments procedure. This will ensure such
adjustments are made in advance of your test sitting.
Do I need to apply for reasonable
adjustments again if I did so in a
previous sitting?
Yes, you need to submit an application each time you sit
HPAT - Ireland. Arrangements will only be valid for the test
cycle and year the application was submitted.
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4. Technical Preparation and Requirements
Introduction
To sit the HPAT - Ireland via remote proctoring in 2024,
you will need to use a desktop computer or laptop. iPads,
tablets or mobile phones are not suitable. Review the list
of requirements below for your camera, operating system,
upload/download speeds, RAM, ports, microphones
and browsers. Also included is a list of technology not
currently supported by ProctorU.
Generally, a desktop device with a webcam will be a
superior option to a laptop, however there is nothing
wrong with sitting the test using a laptop. We would
recommend you use an external mouse as track pads will
be dicult in test conditions. If you use a laptop, for best
results it is recommended it be a 15” screen or larger.
However, a 13” screen will be acceptable, but it will simply
mean that you will have to scroll more in order to see the
information in the questions. Please ensure that your
screen resolution is set to a minimum of 1280 x 1024.
You will also need:
• A functioning microphone (some web cameras have
them built-in)
• ACER Test App
• Guardian Browser
ACER Test App
In order to complete the HPAT - Ireland you will be required
to download the ACER Test App. This is a secure platform
that houses the test itself. All test takers login using
the email address and password used to register for
HPAT - Ireland.
You must install the ACER Test App on the device that you
intend to sit the test with. It is important that you download
and install the application prior to your scheduled test
sessions as you will not be able to sit the test without having
the test application on your device. Once you click on the
required link the ACER Test App will automatically download
and save to your desktop. The HPAT - Ireland testing icon will
only appear on the home page closer to the testing window.
For Windows 10 or higher if you see the ‘Windows protected
your PC’ message, click more info. When a new message
pops, up click run anyway.
For Mac OS X 10.10 or higher with Intel chip (most common)
For Mac OS x 10.10 or higher with Apple chip if Mac
Gatekeeper blocks the ACER Test app, please follow these
instructions.
Note: To check whether your Mac has an Intel or an
Apple chip, open the Apple menu. Select “About This
Mac”. In the “Overview” tab, look for “Processor” or
“Chip”. Check if it says “Intel” or “Apple”.
If you have a previous version of the ACER online test
application installed on your computer, please uninstall it
rst. You must install the latest version of the ACER online
test application on the computer that you intend to sit the
test with.
Mac Gatekeeper may block the app; if that happens, please
click here for instructions on how to proceed: https://
support.apple.com/en-au/guide/mac-help/mh40616/mac
Please note you are neither required nor able to log in to
the ACER Test App until your scheduled test session. If you
are unable to install the ACER Test App on your computer
the cause could be, but not limited to, rewall or antivirus.
Please note these restrictions are beyond ACER’s control.
IMPORTANT: Ensure any remote controlling
software such as TeamViewer, VNC and Apple
Remote Desktop have been disabled or uninstalled
before you sit the test. The deliberate use of any
such programs will be deemed a serious act of
misconduct, resulting in the cancellation of results
and a possible disqualication.
Guardian Browser
All Test takers must download the only supported
Guardian browser, prior to their HPAT - Ireland sitting.
This browser is required for ProctorU to complete all the
checks and view the Test taker during the test.
To complete this step log in to your ACER account, click
on the Log in to ProctorU button on the homepage and
then click on Download Guardian Browser on the
ProctorU homepage, run the downloaded le to install
Guardian Browser.
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Do I need to purchase a new
computer to sit the HPAT - Ireland?
No, it is not necessary to purchase a brand new
computer, as long as your computer meets the minimum
requirements you should be able to complete your test. If
you do not have a computer, consider borrowing one from
a friend, relative or even school.
If you are not able to access a computer please contact
the HPAT - Ireland Oce. ACER will operate a small test
centre in Dublin on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 February.
This centre is for test takers that do not have access to
a computer, or a suitable location to sit HPAT - Ireland by
remote proctoring. All requests for a test centre booking
should be accompanied by advice as to why you are
unable to sit via remote proctoring.
Test Your Equipment
You must pre-check your equipment by performing a Test
Your Equipment check through ProctorU. Test using the
computer and internet connection that you plan to sit the
test with at the location you will be doing the test from.
Network rewalls at public locations such as schools,
universities, workplaces or libraries may prevent access
to ProctorU on your test day and the equipment test may
not detect the rewalls. Computers provided by a
workplace, school or institution may also have settings
that prevent you from sitting the test. For these reasons
you are advised to sit the test using a personal computer
connected to your home network.
Technical trouble shooting
a) Internet Connection/Bandwidth
Testing with ProctorU requires a strong and stable
internet connection to support screen sharing and remote
proctoring software. Issues with stability or speed may
prevent you from testing or may cause issues during your
test. Try some of the tips on the ProctorU website if you’re
experiencing issues with your internet.
Note: Hotspots and tethering are not supported due to
stability issues
b) Troubleshooting your microphone:
A Microphone is required for your test so the proctor can
hear you. If your microphone is not working, try some of
the troubleshooting steps found on the ProctorU website.
c) Troubleshooting your webcam/camera:
A camera is required for your HPAT - Ireland test so that
the proctor is able to monitor your testing environment.
If your camera is not working, try some of the
troubleshooting steps found on the ProctorU website.
Technical specications:
Requirement Type Minimum Recommended
Internet Connection Wi Connection Wired Connection
PC Users
Windows 10
(Windows 10 S mode is not supported) The
Guardian browser requires 64-bit Windows 10
Windows 10
(10 S mode is not supported)
Mac Users MacOS 10.13 (Oldest Still Maintained Version) MacOS 10.15
CPU
more than 2 core CPU
less than 85% CPU Usage
more than 4 core CPU
less than 50% CPU Usage
Webcam 640 x 480 resolution 1280 x 720 resolution
Internet Download Speed 1 Mbps 12 Mbps
Internet Upload Speed 1 Mbps 3 Mbps
RAM 4 GB less than 90% Ram Usage 16 GB less than 70% Usage
Connectivity Ports 1935, 843, 80, 443, 61613, UDP/TCP 1935, 843, 80, 443, 61613, UDP/TCP
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 1920 x 1080 and above
Chromebooks are not supported Chromebooks are not supported Chromebooks are not supported
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5. Preparing for HPAT - IRELAND
Key Points
• HPAT - Ireland does not draw on any particular body of knowledge or curriculum. Preparation should focus on
being familiar with the question types, and understanding what to expect.
• 5 x E-books are available for purchase. You do not need to register for the test to buy practice materials, but
you do need an ACER account.
• All questions have the same value, therefore attempting as many questions as possible gives you the best
opportunity to maximise your score.
• Access the Online Platform DEMO before you sit.
The purpose of HPAT - Ireland is to assess your abilities
in a range of general skills. The test measures skills
acquired over a period of time, including your ability to
reason, make logical deductions and form judgments.
The test does not draw on any particular body of
knowledge or curriculum. Wide and critical reading may
provide helpful preparation for sections 1 and 2. There
is little benet to be gained from last-minute ‘cramming’.
However, some familiarity with the question types
typically presented in HPAT - Ireland is benecial.
HPAT - Ireland online platform DEMO
In order to familiarise yourself with the online delivery
platform, the HPAT - Ireland oce has made available
some questions from existing preparation materials for
you to navigate and explore.
All registered test takers can access the free
HPAT - Ireland online platform DEMO by logging into your
ACER account go to Actions > Manage > the demo will
appear at the bottom of the list of actions on the right.
There will be two buttons one is for the multiple choice
sections; and for test takers applying to the University of
Limerick you can use the second button to try out the
Written English platform.
The purpose of the DEMO is not to provide you with
additional practice questions. It is to provide all test
takers sitting HPAT - Ireland in 2024 with the opportunity
to familiarise themselves with the online test delivery
platform. We encourage all test takers to try the DEMO
so that you understand the functionality of the platform,
and know what to expect when you undertake your
HPAT - Ireland.
Please note: none of the questions/essays that appear
in the DEMO will be marked. This is for familiarisation of
the delivery platform only, so please do not contact the
HPAT - Ireland oce seeking feedback or results.
If you exit at any point without completing a section you
will be redirected back to the same question once you
revisit the link. There is no limit on how many times you
can access the online platform DEMO.
Should I attend a HPAT - Ireland
preparation course?
HPAT - Ireland preparation courses are not recommended,
authorised by, or in any way associated with, ACER. They are
unregulated. You will need to assess for yourself whether
any particular preparation course is able to supply objective
and reliable evidence that participation is likely to improve
your score to justify the often signicant cost associated
with them, and whether representations they make about
themselves are accurate.
Test-taking strategy
Questions in the HPAT - Ireland test are in multiple choice
format. There is no right or wrong way to work through
the test, it is best for you to develop your own strategies
that suit your way of working in order to complete the test
in the allocated time.
Each test section is separately timed. It is recommended
that you work steadily through each section. It is not
advisable to spend too much time on any one question.
Read through all the alternative answers to a question,
even if you think the rst one is correct, before marking
your chosen response. If you think you know the answer
to a question, mark your answer by clicking on the radio
button corresponding to your chosen answer, even if you
are not certain. Go on to the next question and come back
later if you have time.
Remember: All questions have the same value, therefore
by attempting as many questions as possible you stand
the best chance of maximising your score. No marks are
deducted for a wrong answer.
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HPAT - Ireland preparation materials
ACER produces the only ocial HPAT - Ireland preparation materials. All questions contained in our booklets have been
used in past tests. Therefore, they are the only real test questions available to test takers, hence why they are the best
guide for test preparation.
There are currently ve publications in the form of e-books (hard copies are not available) and an automatic scoring
service for Written English (required for UL applicants only).
E-books
Booklet Cost Information
Practice Test (incl. with your registration fee) €22 Equivalent to a full test - with worked solutions
Practice Test 2 €22 Equivalent to a full test
Practice Test 3 €22 Equivalent to a full test
Additional Practice Questions €22 60 questions
Additional Practice Questions 2 €22 60 questions
Practice Test, Practice Test 2 and Practice Test 3 are each
equivalent to a full test and will take approximately 2 ½
hours to complete under test conditions.
Additional Practice Questions and Additional Practice
Questions 2 contain a collection of approximately 60
questions each that can also be used for additional
practice. Answers are given to all questions in each
e-book, and worked solutions are provided for Practice
Test and Practice Test 3. Though similar in format
the e-books contain different selections of material
and are designed to give examples of the types of
questions asked in HPAT - Ireland and of the skills and
understanding tested.
We recommend you work through each booklet multiple
times. Read the worked solutions in the practice test
booklet to guide you in how to answer the questions, and
then apply this knowledge to the other booklets – you
may need to do this multiple times. Then practice using
the real test timings.
Remember: HPAT - Ireland does not test academic
knowledge and doesn’t require special understanding of
any academic disciplines.
Practicing the types and style of questions is important
so you know what to expect in the live test. Reading
widely and often is also important to do.
When you purchase of an e-book (including the Practice
Test e-book provided as part of your registration) you are
able to:
• Make 2 hard copies of the e-book which will be
imprinted with your name and identifying details.
• Have unrestricted online access to the e-book you
have purchased for 12 months commencing on the
date the e-book is made accessible to you for the
sole purpose of reading the e-book.
• HPAT - Ireland preparation videos will be available
to all registered test takers through their online
account, in the lead-up to the test date.
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How do I purchase preparation
materials?
To purchase any of the available preparation materials
you will need to create an ACER account. You do not need
to register for the test itself in order to purchase practice
materials. Additionally, the purchase of practice materials
does not mean you are registered for HPAT - Ireland.
Any preparation materials you purchase will be accessible
through your ACER account as soon as your payment is
successfully received.
Automatic scoring for Written English
(UL applicants only)
The automatic scoring service for Written English allows
UL applicants to submit two essays addressing two
specic tasks. The essays are autoscored by computer
and a percentile band and a score range are provided on
completion of both tasks.
How does automatic scoring work?
(UL applicants only)
To enable automatic scoring, several hundred responses
to the tasks were marked using a criterion-referenced
analytical marking guide. Responses were hand marked
(double marked and adjudicated, where necessary) using
a marking guide. The scores were Rasch analysed and
a measurement scale was calibrated. Finally, the scores
were loaded into the automatic marking system to create
a computer model that replicates manual scoring and can
‘mimic’ the way markers assign scores to the tasks.
When you purchase use of the automatic scoring service
for Written English you are able to:
• Upload 2 essay tasks: one Task A and one Task B.
• Receive a single Written English score range, for
example (51–59), and percentile band. Please note
that you will only be able to submit your responses
once.
• Submit your practice essay tasks anytime within 12
months from the date of purchase.
• Please note, it is not possible to provide detailed
feedback and critiquing of your writing through
autoscoring.
Preparing for Written English
(UL applicants only)
Good preparation for the Written English component is
to attempt the sample essay prompts provided below.
You should try to complete the essays in one hour under
simulated ‘test conditions’. Once completed, it is often
helpful to ask someone else to read the essays and to
suggest improvements or alternative approaches to the
prompts. (Note that it is not necessary to agree with the
prompts). It can also be useful to put the essays aside for
several days then re-read them to look for ways to make
improvements.
Don’t be concerned about the expected length of the
essays. Within reason, the quality of the writing is much
more important than the length. Test takers only have 30
minutes to plan and write each essay, and the examiners
do not have unrealistic expectations of what can be
produced in that time.
The following questions will be considered by the
examiners when they assess your essays:
• What kinds of ideas has the test taker developed in
response to the prompt?
• To what extent and how well has the test taker
explored the ideas and issues in the prompt?
• Has the test taker developed a structured and
organised piece of writing?
• Has the test taker written clearly and uently?
• Is the language used by the test taker precise and
appropriate for the topic?
Remember: Spelling and punctuation errors will not
impact your essay scores.
All Written English responses will undergo plagiarism
checks as part of the marking process, so make sure
your work is your work and not someone else’s.
Sample essay prompts:
Task A:
A civilised society is one that makes sure there is a
place for everyone.
Task B:
Whatever the eld of endeavour, it is drive and
commitment that counts.
PRE-TEST CHECKLIST
HPAT - Ireland Checklist Task
Step 1 Register to sit the test via the HPAT - Ireland
Website before 5.15pm GMT 19 January 2024.
Step 2 After registration is complete you can book your
ProctorU test session.
Step 3 Download the Guardian Browser.
Step 4 Download the ACER test app (links available on
page 8).
Step 5 Complete all the ProctorU technical checks (This
can be done any time, as often as you need).
Step 6 Sit your test between Friday 16 February–
Sunday 25 February 2024.
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6. Test Day
Key Points
The HPAT - Ireland test window will run across a number
of days from 16–25 February 2024.
The testing window has been extended to include the 20,
21, 24 and 25 February for those test takers who encounter
technical diculties and require a rescheduled session.
Please Note: Only ACER can schedule sessions on the
20, 21, 24 & 25 February. This will be done following
investigation into any issues occurring at the initial session.
Remote proctored rescheduled sittings will be scheduled
on 20 and 21 February. Sittings on 24 and 25 February will
be for Test Centre sittings only.
No other testing dates will be provided.
The test will be conducted online via remote proctoring
and test takers will select a time and day that suits them
to complete their test.
HPAT - Ireland is conducted once a year, the 16–25
February 2024 will be the only time you will be able to
undertake testing in 2024.
What identication do I need to
complete my test?
On the day of your test session you will be required to
show one form of photo-bearing identication. The only
acceptable forms of ID are:
• Current passport
• Current photo-bearing driver’s licence
• (learner’s permit, probationary or full licence)
• Current Irish Public Services Card
• Current EU/EEA National Identity Card
• Certied letter of identication (details follow)
The photograph in your identication document must be
recognisable as a likeness to you as you are on the day of
the test.
If you do not possess a current passport, an EU/EEA
National Identity Card or driver’s licence, you need to obtain
a certied letter of identication from your school, other
educational institution or your workplace. The letter must:
• be on ocial letterhead;
• contain your name;
• contain your date of birth;
• have a passport photo glued to the letter with
institution stamp overlapping (so that we can see
that the photo was attached at the time the letter
was veried and not added later);
• contain the signature and title of the ocial verifying
the identication;
• contain your signature.
A sample letter of identication is provided on the
HPAT - Ireland website and you are advised to use this
template to avoid any problems on the day.
If you do not have one of these forms of identication,
please allow enough time to organise one before the
test date as you will not be able to sit the test without an
approved form of identication.
Digital identication documents, student cards, Garda
cards and/or documents that have expired will NOT be
accepted. Photocopies of identity documents are also
not acceptable forms of ID.
If you do not present one of the above identication
documents, the proctor will not be able to commence
your session.
What will I need to complete my test?
To successfully complete your test you will need:
• A computer or laptop
(Tablets and mobile phones including Nexus, iPad,
Tab, Note, etc. are not supported)
• Stable internet connection
• A small erasable whiteboard and pen, OR 4 pieces of
A4 sized scratch paper, a pencil, eraser & sharpener
• Acceptable current and photo-bearing identication
document
• A clear water bottle (no labels attached)
• Mirror (hand held is ne) or other reective device
• HPAT - Ireland will run from 16–25 February 2024.
• HPAT - Ireland 2024 will be delivered via remote proctoring.
• You will need a computer or laptop to sit the test.
• You need to register with ACER, and book a ProctorU test session to sit HPAT - Ireland.
• You will need the correct ID to sit your test.
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Test takers are permitted to have two sheets of scratch
paper i.e. 4 sheets of blank A4 sized paper or a small
erasable whiteboard and pen to complete workings
and notes.
Before your session starts your proctor will ask you to
show them both sides of your paper or whiteboard. At the
completion of your test session, the proctor will ask you
to show your rough work to the webcam and then instruct
you to dispose of the paper by ripping it up or will ask to
see your erased blank whiteboard.
The ACER Test App has an inbuilt timer so there should
be no need for additional timers.
There should be no other items on your desk during the
test session. Mobile phones must be switched off, and
placed in a location away from your workspace. Proctors
will monitor where you store them during your session.
If you do not have access to a suitable computer,
and cannot borrow one, then you should email the
HPAT - Ireland oce for support.
What items are prohibited?
There are certain items that are not allowed on your desk
or near you during your test session, these are:
• Mobile phone,
• Calculators,
• Stopwatches,
• Audio or recording devices of any kind, including
cameras,
• MP3 players,
• Digital, analogue and smart watches, tbits etc.,
• Standard English Dictionaries,
• Pencil cases, and rulers,
• Food,
• Earplugs,
• Bluetooth devices such as headphones,
• Dual monitors,
• Head coverings (unless it is for religious reasons)
Access to food (including sweets and nuts), earplugs,
medication or other medical equipment (e.g. support
cushion, sit/stand desk) requires special permission. If
you think you will need any of these you will need to apply
for reasonable adjustments (see page 6 and 7). If you are
unsure email the HPAT - Ireland oce.
It is recommended you eat before your test session, but
you are permitted to eat/drink and use the bathroom
while you are waiting to connect to a proctor, or if you
have delays starting.
Can I use a dictionary?
Test takers whose rst language is not English may use
a bilingual dictionary for the section 1 and 2 of the test.
The pages must be unmarked, and any notes removed.
Electronic dictionaries are not permitted. Dictionaries
containing denitions of English words into the
nominated language are acceptable but there must not
be denitions of English words in English. If you are using
a bilingual dictionary, you will need to show your proctor
for inspection before starting. The nal decision on the
suitability of dictionaries will be made on the test day by
your proctor.
Completing the test
The HPAT - Ireland test consists of 2 ½ hours test time.
There will be pre-testing procedures to complete before
you can start. These will take anywhere from 15 minutes
to an hour to complete depending on your personal
circumstances. Therefore, it is not possible to guarantee
start and nish times.
Those people applying to the MSc Occupational Therapy
(Professional Qualication) and the MSc Speech and
Language Therapy (Professional Qualication) at the
University of Limerick are also required to sit a 1 hour
Written English component in addition to the multiple
choice sections. The Written English will be conducted as
a separate test session, which will require UL applicants
to make 2 test session booking with ProctorU. One for the
multiple choice sections and one for Written English.
You may use the bathroom during testing time.
If you take a bathroom break, no additional time will be
granted and the timer will not be paused. Please make
sure you advise your proctor that you are leaving to use
the bathroom. Another room scan will be completed
when you return.
Answering the test questions
The HPAT - Ireland test is in multiple-choice format. You
will need to select your answer by clicking one of the
‘radio’ buttons next to the options.
UL applicants will complete the Written English
component by typing their written responses.
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Technical Issues
What do I do if there are delays in
connecting me to a proctor?
It’s important to stay calm. There will be lots of people
using the ProctorU system and demand may be higher or
lower depending on the time your test session is booked.
Many test takers will experience short delays in connecting
to a proctor. It is important that you stay online: if you log
out and then back in again you may nd that you lose your
booking slot which remains open to you for 30 minutes
past the scheduled start time. If you surpass the 30 minute
window, you will need to schedule a new test session
within the HPAT - Ireland test window – you can do this by
contacting ProctorU support and the HPAT - Ireland Oce.
Remember you can eat, drink and use the bathroom while
you wait!
What do I do if I experience
technical or connection problems
during my test session?
If you have technical issues or something goes wrong
during your test, the proctor will try to help you. If the
issues are related to technology they will transfer your
session to a technical support team member. It is
important to remain calm, you may eat, and use the
bathroom while this is happening. If you do leave your
computer while technical issues are being resolved, it is a
good idea to have someone watch your computer in case
you are required to action something from your side.
We understand that remote proctoring can be stressful. It
is important to know that if you are having ongoing issues
and become distressed that you can stop if you need to.
You can reschedule your session to another day and time,
to provide an opportunity to resolve the technical issues
you are facing. This may include nding another computer,
changing location or both. If you are unable to resolve
the issues you are facing, please notify the HPAT - Ireland
Oce by email for advice regarding next steps.
If your technical issues are insurmountable and neither
you nor ProctorU can resolve them, then you should email
the HPAT - Ireland oce for support once you disconnect
from your proctor.
Similarly, any complaints relating to the test session
should be reported immediately to the HPAT - Ireland
Oce so the issue can be addressed without delay.
Taking your test
Once your space is ready and it is time to take your HPAT -
Ireland test, you will need to log into your ProctorU prole.
You must have the following items with you:
• Acceptable current and photo-bearing identication
document
• A clear water bottle (no labels attached)
• Mirror or other reective device
• 4 sheets of blank A4 sized paper (Pencil, Pencil
sharpener, Eraser)
• OR small erasable whiteboard and marker.
Test takers with Reasonable
Adjustments
If you have been approved for Reasonable Adjustments,
you will receive a notication from the HPAT - Ireland oce
in the usual manner. Have this with you for your session
and show it to your proctor if asked. The HPAT - Ireland
oce will update your ProctorU account with your
allowances, and will add any additional time to your test
session via the ACER Test App.
Beginning your Test – Step by step
This process will likely take between 10 to 30 minutes
unless you experience technical diculties which means
it could take an hour or more in severe cases. Be sure
to test your equipment before test day to minimize
the chance you’ll have technical issues. If you do have
technical issues, ProctorU support will do what they can
to assist you with xing your equipment. This time is not
subtracted from the time you’re allowed in your test –
stay calm and try not to panic.
1. Log in to your ProctorU account via your ACER
account 2–3 minutes before your scheduled
appointment (there is no need to do this any earlier)
and click Start Session when the countdown timer
reaches 0:00:00.
2. Pre-checks: If you haven’t already downloaded the
Guardian Browser, you’ll be prompted to do so. You’ll
be required to accept test guidelines and terms of
service. The browser will prompt you to share your
screen, a required part of being proctored online.
You’ll be automatically guided through a series of
equipment checks to make sure your system meets
minimum requirements.
3. Photos & Authentication: You’ll take a photo of
yourself as well as your I.D. for identity verication
purposes.
Important note: It is not possible to schedule tests
outside of the allocated test window. All technical
or other issues arising during remote testing must
be addressed immediately and resolved during
the allocated test window of Friday 16 February–
Sunday 25 February 2024.
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4. Chatbox download: You will be prompted to download and run a LogMeIn Rescue applet le that will bring up a chat
box allowing you to text with your proctor. If prompted, be sure to click “open” or “allow” to give the le permission to
run. When the chat box says “waiting,” it means that you are in the queue waiting for your proctor. TIP: If your status
shows “waiting,” do not re-download the applet le as that will put you back at the end of the queue.
5. Proctor Connection & Conrmations: Your proctor will greet you and conrm that you passed your identity
verication steps. You’ll review the test rules with your proctor and they’ll ask to see any permitted resources that
your instructor has allowed you to use during your test.
6. Remote System Check: Your proctor will ask to take remote control of your mouse and keyboard via the LogMeIn
Rescue applet in order to make sure no unpermitted programs are running. You will be able to see everything that
your proctor is doing during this step, and it is impossible for them to access any les without your knowledge.
7. Camera Pan: Your proctor will ask you to show the 4 walls of your room as well as your desk space via your
webcam. You may or may not also be asked to show your computer monitor. Your proctor will make sure your cell
phone is out of reach.
8. Take Your Test: Your proctor will release control of your computer so you can begin logging into your test.
To log into your test you should complete the following steps:
a. Open the ACER Test application and click on HPAT-Ireland;
b. You will see the login page for your ACER account (https://registration.acer.edu.au). Your Username is the
e-mail address you registered with. You can use the ‘Reset my password’ link if necessary.
c. Once logged in, your username (i.e. email) will appear in the text box. Copy and paste this into the chat box for
your proctor to use to unlock your allocated test.
d. Then click the Start HPAT-Ireland test.
e. Now you should be on the test landing page that should look like this:
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IMPORTANT: You will only see the Written English test on the landing page if you have registered with ProctorU
to sit this component of the test. This is required for any test taker who has applied for entry into to the MSc
in Occupational Therapy and MSc Speech and Language Therapy. It is important to check that the Proctor is
unlocking the correct test for you. Please make sure you are sitting the correct test section(s) at the correct
session schduled booking.
If the wrong test has been unlocked, please ask you proctor to unlock the correct one. If both are unlocked,
proceed to the test you are scheduled to complete and ignore the other one. You willl know when your test has
been unlocked as the button will change from locked and red, to green and new.
f. Once it is displaying in green you can click on the name of the test, the test will open and you can begin.
Finishing your Test Session
9. Alert the proctor when nished after submitting: After you have submitted your test, let your proctor know through
the chat box that you’re nished. If you used scratch paper you will be required to tear this up in front of your proctor
before you close out of your session, and if you have used a whiteboard you will be required to clean this.
10. Log out of your test site and browser: Your proctor will observe you logging out of the test website and close out
of all browser tabs.
11. Close out of ProctorU chat box: This will end your session with ProctorU. Once the chat box closes, you’ll be
invited to complete a customer satisfaction survey.
You’re all done!
Absent or ‘No Show’ for your scheduled booking
If you are a ‘No show’ for your HPAT - Ireland session, you may still sit the HPAT - Ireland in your registered test window
if there are testing days and session times available. Please contact the HPAT - Ireland oce by email and request a
rescheduled session. There is a ‘No show’ administration fee of €90 which must be paid before a second session booking
can be made. Once payment is received you will be sent a new ProctorU booking link to complete your rescheduled
session booking.
Please Note: Test takers that attend their session on time, but encounter technical diculties are not considered a ‘No
show’. If you still wish to sit HPAT - Ireland but are unable to do so within the test window, you will be required to register
for a future test window and will have to pay the full HPAT - Ireland registration fee again. Test takers may only use ‘No
show’ rescheduling once within the test window. There are no penalties other than the loss of your fee if you do not
attend your scheduled test session and are considered a ‘No show’.
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7. After the test
Key Points
When will my result be available?
HPAT - Ireland results will be released to UL applicants and
mature test takers in mid to late April. All the other test
takers will receive their results in late June 2024. You will be
advised via email when results are available to you via your
online account.
Note: Applicants are considered mature if they are 23 years
old on or before 1st January 2024 (i.e. born on or before 1st
January 2001).
You can access your Statement of Results through your
ACER account. ACER does not provide hard copies of
results. When you access your results you are advised to
save and print a copy of the Statement of Results for your
own records.
The HPAT - Ireland statement of results includes your date
of birth and the name used at the time your test was taken.
For security reasons it is not possible to provide replacement
result statements to accommodate name changes.
ACER will provide your results to the CAO and universities
for the purpose of selecting applicants into their
programmes. You are not required to do anything to
facilitate this, other than making sure your CAO number is
correct and included in your ACER account.
Due to privacy requirements ACER will not provide results
over the telephone, by fax or by email. This is to protect
test taker condentiality.
How are HPAT - Ireland scores
calculated, and what does it all
mean?
The process of scoring HPAT - Ireland is complex. Neither
the raw or nal score is produced by any automated
process. But rather, calculated in accordance with
psychometric principles. Any ‘raw score’ or ‘systems
value” automatically produced by ACER’s software online
delivery assessment and reporting system is not used in
scoring HPAT results.
The maximum score a test taker can achieve is 300.
Each of the three HPAT - Ireland scores is expressed on a
scale of 0 to 100. These are not percentage marks.
You will receive a score for each of the three sections,
together with an Overall Score and an overall percentile
ranking to give you an indication of how well you
performed against other HPAT - Ireland test takers sitting
in the same year as you. The overall score is a weighted
aggregate of the three section scores.
The overall HPAT - Ireland score is calculated using the
following formula:
Overall Score = [(2 × Section 1 + 2 × Section 2 + 1 ×
Section 3) ÷ 5] × 3
Please Note: The Overall Score is calculated to several
decimal places and then rounded. The Overall Score is
calculated before the rounding of section scores.
Which means it is not possible for test takers to
replicate this process.
UL applicants will also receive an additional score for the
Written English component. The Written English Score is
a separate score and is not used in the calculation of the
Overall Score.
What is a scaled score?
For HPAT - Ireland, rigorous, best-practice psychometric
techniques are used to transform test raw scores (the
number of questions a test taker has answered correctly)
and place them on a measurement scale. The transformed
scores are called scaled scores. Compared to using raw
scores, this approach has a number of benets. In particular,
it is a vital equity measure that allows fair comparison of
test takers who take different versions of a test.
Multiple test forms are used for HPAT - Ireland. Although
test developers follow dened parameters so that test
versions are broadly comparable in diculty, some
differences are unavoidable. Thus, raw scores may reect
test diculty as well as test taker ability. For example,
suppose test takers A and B took different versions of the
same test. If B has a higher raw score, is B the stronger
test taker, or was A’s test harder? Which test taker has the
better performance if they both scored the same?
The analysis of HPAT - Ireland results allows answers
to such questions by accounting for differences in test
diculty and placing all test versions on a single scale.
This ensures that all scores are directly comparable: the
higher the score, the better the performance, regardless
of which test version was taken.
• UL and mature test takers receive results in mid to late April 2024. Everyone else in late June 2024.
• Results are accessed via your ACER account.
• Results are valid for one year.
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Scaling also supports development of more precise
measures of test takers’ performance, which leads
to greater certainty of test taker ranking. Carefully
considered test design can ensure that performance
is measured most precisely at the levels of greatest
interest. For example, scaled scores around any selection
threshold should be as precise as possible to ensure
fairness of selection decisions.
Finally, a problem with raw scores is that they are not
interval measures: the change in test taker ability for any
given score change is variable. For example, typically it is
‘more dicult’ (i.e. requires a greater increase in ability)
to move from a score of 80 to 85, than from a score of 50
to 55. In contrast, a HPAT - Ireland score difference of 5
marks, anywhere on the scale, always represent the same
change in ability. This property of measurement scales
is essential when seeking to understand the relative
difference in ability of test takers with different scores.
What is considered a good
HPAT - Ireland score?
This can change marginally year to year depending on
the group of students undertaking the HPAT - Ireland test
with you. You should be looking to achieve 160 + out of a
maximum score of 300.
Remember that it is not just your HPAT score that is
important: the universities will be taking both your
HPAT - Ireland score and (moderated) Leaving Certicate
(or equivalent exam) into consideration. You are required to
achieve 480 CAO points or higher for entry to medicine.
As a guide, in 2023 those students that received an
offer achieved LCE points ranging from 542–625 and
HPAT - Ireland scores ranging from 164–235.
You should contact the universities or the CAO for more
information on your individual situation.
Currency of results
HPAT - Ireland scores can be used for admission to a
course ONLY in the same year in which the course is due to
commence. For example, results from HPAT - Ireland 2024
can be used for courses beginning in 2024 but not 2025.
Do not register for HPAT - Ireland 2024 unless you are
planning to apply for a course commencing in 2024 and
that you meet the eligibility criteria outlined earlier in this
Information Booklet.
How does ACER ensure equity and
fairness?
HPAT - Ireland is developed to rigorous professional and
technical standards. Test questions are designed and
developed by a team of ACER writers, expert in their
elds. All test questions must pass detailed panelling,
trial testing, analysis and nal review. The content, style,
duration and sequencing of the tests are determined to
ensure that the testing programme is relevant, fair, valid
and reliable.
HPAT - Ireland test data are subjected to statistical
analysis to check that each question has performed as
required. Test questions in development are carefully
scrutinised in an ongoing attempt to minimise gender,
ethnic or religious bias, and to ensure that the test is
culturally fair.
The test may contain a small number of trial questions
which may not contribute to test taker scores but allow
us to ensure that new test questions are working to the
expected standard.
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8. Appeals and Complaints
If you have a serious complaint or wish to make an appeal
in relation to your test sitting or results, please read the
ACER complaint and appeals policy.
Any complaints relating to test sittings should be
reported immediately to your proctor at the time of your
test session, and in writing to the HPAT - Ireland Oce
immediately after your test session so that the issues
can be resolved within the testing window.
Please note: It is not possible to schedule tests
outside of the allocated test window. All technical
and or delivery issues arising during remote testing
must be addressed immediately and resolved during
the allocated test window of Friday 16 February–
Sunday 25 February 2024
Test takers are advised that HPAT - Ireland results are
released only after careful calculation and extensive
checking. For this reason remarks for any component of
the test including Written English are not offered.
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9. Test Security and
Misconduct
The HPAT - Ireland test is a high stakes test. Therefore
ACER, in conjunction with the Irish medical schools, has
established security procedures which will be strictly
enforced at all times. It is important that you understand the
ramications for breaches of test security or misconduct.
Misconduct
ACER and the HPAT - Ireland user universities expect test
takers to adhere to an acceptable level of behaviour during
all interactions in relation to the HPAT - Ireland test. They view
any misconduct in respect to the HPAT - Ireland test seriously.
What is considered misconduct?
Misconduct (whether occurring prior to, during or after
the HPAT–Ireland test session) means any unacceptable
conduct or any conduct that might result in unfairness or
inaccurate results. Examples of misconduct include, but
are not limited to the following:
• sitting the HPAT –Ireland test if you have an
aliation with a preparation business, for example
as a tutor, item developer or hold nancial interests
in a HPAT - Ireland preparation business;
• breach of any of the security arrangements for the
HPAT - Ireland test;
• impersonation;
• reproducing, copying, plagiarising responses to
HPAT - Ireland from another person’s work;
• using, accessing, or employing any form of Articial
Intelligence during the HPAT - Ireland. This includes, but
is not limited to, using AI-powered devices, software
applications, or any other tools that may assist in
answering questions, solving problems, or providing
information related to HPAT - IRELAND content;
• copying or recording questions or answers from the
test via screen sharing, or any other means;
• failure to follow a supervisor/proctor’s instructions;
• giving or receiving assistance during the test;
• using prohibited aids (e.g. notes, calculator, mobile
phone, audio/screen recording device including
opening a web browser etc.);
• creating a disturbance;
• giving or receiving assistance with regards to test
content from other individuals before, during or after
the test;
• giving of false or misleading information at any stage;
• using the test questions, their content or information
about them for purposes other than your sitting
of the HPAT - Ireland test. This includes: publishing
the HPAT - Ireland questions or any of their content
or information about them on the Internet, in chat
rooms or any digital format or otherwise; and/or
passing the HPAT - Ireland questions, any of their
content or information about them to third parties;
• inappropriate, abusive or aggressive communication
in any form with proctors, or the HPAT - Ireland oce
prior to, during, or after the test.
What happens if I am found to have
unacceptable conduct, or breached
security?
ACER will fully investigate any suspected misconduct, this
includes speaking with supervisors/proctors, reviewing
footage of your session, or having a ProctorU investigator
provide a detailed report.
ACER will notify any affected test takers in writing of
the outcome of an investigation, including the possible
consequences to be applied. Test takers will be provided
with a 14 days in which to respond, this will then be
considered by ACER and a nal judgment will be provided
in writing to the test taker.
Consequences of misconduct may have signicant
personal consequences for the individual involved,
including the cancelling of your registration to sit the
HPAT - Ireland test without any refund, withholding of your
HPAT - Ireland test results or disqualication from sitting
any HPAT - Ireland test (whether it is the current test or
future tests).
Additionally, when considering acts of misconduct
ACER may seek the input of any of the user universities
in respect to any matters and any consequence to
be applied. It is also possible and you consent to the
misconduct being referred to any educational institution
(not limited to the HPAT - Ireland user universities) or
a professional body or other third party to whom such
misconduct might be of interest.
You should also be aware that your misconduct might
also give rise to liability on your part to third parties,
including but not limited to HPAT - Ireland user universities.
ACER and the HPAT - Ireland user universities reserve the
right to take legal action and claim any remedies available
to them at law in respect of any incident of misconduct
or where your conduct (whether or not it constitutes
“misconduct”) infringes any of their rights.
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10. HPAT - Ireland Declaration
IMPORTANT: Please read the LEGAL NOTICE at the end of
HPAT - IRELAND Information Booklet 2024 (“the Booklet”).
By registering to sit the HPAT - Ireland you are entering a
binding legal agreement between You and The Australian
Council for Educational Research Ltd (ABN 19 004 398
145) (“ACER”) in relation to your registration for the
HPAT - Ireland, and all associated administrative and other
consequent activities regarding the HPAT - Ireland provided
digitally in a HPAT - Ireland testing centre or from another
location by remote proctoring in 2024, consists of:
1. The Booklet, including its Legal Notice;
2. any ACER instructions issued from time to time
regulating test takers’ sitting of the HPAT - Ireland;
3. ACER may wish to dene ‘Test Day Instructions’
please see comment below; and
4. this declaration. (“the Legal Agreement”)
Ensure you understand fully and are familiar with the
contents of the Legal Agreement before you complete
your registration for the HPAT - Ireland as it details
important conditions in respect of your participation in
the HPAT - Ireland.
NOTE: the terms of the Legal Agreement may vary from
sitting to siting of HPAT - Ireland and, therefore, you should
re-familiarise with each part of the Legal Agreement
detailed above before each sitting of HPAT- IRELAND.
You should not assume that the terms and conditions
applicable to a previous sitting are the same in every
respect as those which are set out in the Legal Agreement.
The declarations below signify You AGREE:
1. To the Legal Agreement which will apply to your
registration for and participation in HPAT - Ireland in
2024 and all matters consequent thereon;
2. In the event of a HPAT - Ireland sitting in 2024 being
compromised or having to be cancelled due to
circumstances beyond ACER’s reasonable control
it may be necessary for you to, and at ACER’s sole
discretion:
a. re-sit HPAT - Ireland:
ii. on a date;
iii. at a testing venue; and
iv. with a remote proctoring service;
b. other than that originally specied by ACER;
and undertake further action in nalisation of
those alternative arrangements;
3. For logistical reasons and in ACER’s sole discretion,
if required you may be allocated a date, time and
testing venue or remote proctored session when
available in respect of your undertaking of the
HPAT - Ireland i.e. you may not have a choice of date,
time and/or venue;
4. To comply with any direction, guideline or policy
issued by ACER concerning compliance with public
health orders or regulations applicable to your
undertaking of the HPAT - Ireland;
5. That to sit HPAT - Ireland in 2024 you are a bona
de prospective applicant to a course for which
HPAT - Ireland is a pre-requisite;
6. You meet the requirements for eligibility set out in
the HPAT - Ireland Information Booklet 2024;
7. Not to use or divulge to any third party, information
concerning the test questions in HPAT - Ireland
for Your own or any third party’s personal or
commercial gain;
8. Not to post or publish any specic part or aspect
of the content of HPAT - Ireland. This includes
publication on the internet, in any digital format or
other format;
9. the information you give in your application for
registration for the HPAT - Ireland in 2024 is true
and correct. The giving of false or misleading
information constitutes misconduct, may result
in permanent disqualication from undertaking
HPAT - Ireland in the future, and may jeopardise Your
chances of being admitted into any course for which
HPAT - Ireland is a pre-requisite;
10. you are the person whose name and address
appears on this registration and.
11. to ACER submitting Your written English responses
to a plagiarism reviewer, currently Turnitin, for
plagiarism including use of Articial Intelligence
checking.
I CONFIRM that I have read the:
• HPAT - Ireland Information Booklet 2024
including its Legal Notice;
• Test Day Instructions; and
• Privacy Statement for HPAT - Ireland;
I AGREE to the Legal Agreement governing my
participation in the HPAT - Ireland and GIVE
THE CONSENTS specied in the ACER Privacy
Statements (should you not wish to give
the consents specied by ACER or have any
queries please notify ACER by using the contact
details contained in its Privacy Statement).
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11. HPAT – Legal Notice
1. By completing and submitting the registration form
for the HPAT - Ireland 2024 test located at https://
HPAT - Ireland.acer.org You are offering to enter into
a legal agreement with The Australian Council for
Educational Research Ltd (ABN 19 004 398 145)
(“ACER”). That legal agreement is concluded when
ACER accepts your registration.
2. That legal agreement will consist of:
a. the entire contents of this Test taker Information
Booklet, including its Legal Notice (“the
Booklet”);
b. any instructions issued by ACER from time
to time regulating Test takers’ sitting of the
HPAT - Ireland 2024;
c. the Test Day Instructions; and
d. the online legal declaration you complete
(“the Legal Agreement”).
The Legal Agreement:
• covers, amongst other things, Your sitting
the HPAT - Ireland 2024, payment of the
registration fee, refunds of fees, access to
HPAT - Ireland preparation materials and
release of the HPAT - Ireland 2024 results; and
• may vary from sitting to sitting of
HPAT - Ireland 2024 and, therefore, you should
re- familiarise with each part of the Legal
Agreement detailed above before each sitting
of HPAT - Ireland.
3. Before lodging Your Registration, You should
make sure You understand fully and are familiar
with the contents of the Legal Agreement and the
online declaration. Without limiting the foregoing,
you acknowledge that misconduct, as dened in
this Legal Agreement, has serious consequences
including disqualication from undertaking HPAT
in the future. “Misconduct” includes, but is not
limited to, the use of information relating to the test
questions for purposes other than Your sitting of
the HPAT; giving false or misleading information at
any stage regarding your participation in HPAT; and
infringing “ACER” or “HPAT” trademarks, copyright or
other intellectual property rights
4. Misconduct also includes:
a. infringement of the “ACER” or “HPAT - Ireland”
trademarks. Trademark infringement includes
performing any act which only a trademark
owner or a person authorised by the trademark
owner may do infringement of copyright.``
b. copyright infringement including performing
those rights or authorising the performance of
those rights which are granted at law exclusively
to the copyright owner. These rights include the
exclusive right to reproduce the copyright work
in a material form and to communicate that
work to the public;
c. in any way breaching (as determined by ACER
in its absolute discretion) any of the terms and
conditions of
i. your registration to participate in the
HPAT - Ireland test; or
ii. your purchase of any HPAT - Ireland
preparation materials
d. infringement of any rights (including but not
limited to intellectual property rights) whatsoever
relating to or subsisting in the HPAT- Ireland test
or any part or element of it, including but not
limited to the concept, structure, administration
or conduct of the HPAT - Ireland test, the
HPAT - Ireland trademark and any HPAT - Ireland
preparation materials prepared or published by
or on behalf of ACER or the user universities;
e. plagiarism referring to the act of presenting
someone else’s work, ideas, thoughts,
expressions, or creations as one’s own and
involves copying, reproducing, paraphrasing,
or closely imitating another person’s work,
whether in whole or in part, and submitting it as
original work for assessment, evaluation, or any
other purpose. In the context of examinations,
plagiarism includes, but is not limited to
verbatim copying: directly reproducing words,
phrases, sentences, paragraphs, or any other
textual content from a source without using
quotation marks or appropriate citation;
f. using, accessing, or employing any form of
Articial Intelligence during the HPAT - Ireland.
This includes, but is not limited to, using AI-
powered devices, software applications, or
any other tools that may assist in answering
questions, solving problems, or providing
information related to HPAT - Ireland content.
You are required to personally engage with the
HPAT - Ireland content and respond to questions
without the assistance of AI technology. Any
attempt to use AI for answering, analysing, or
generating responses is a breach of the Legal
Agreement. For the purposes of the Legal
Agreement, “Articial Intelligence” or “AI” refers to
any technology, software, algorithm, or system
that simulates human-like cognitive processes,
including but not limited to machine learning
algorithms, neural networks, and automated
decision-making systems; and
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g. any act or omission by you which ACER, in its
absolute discretion, renders you to be unt to
participate in any HPAT - Ireland test, whether or
not you are registered to participate at the time
of ACER’s determination inappropriate, abusive
or aggressive behaviour or communication in
any form with the HPAT - Ireland oce, proctors/
supervisors or university representatives.
h. If you are found to have engaged in misconduct
(including that specied above) concerning any
aspect of your engagement with ACER connected
with your participation in the test, you will be
subject to a sanction. If a sanction is applied:
– the imposition of the sanction may be
reported to any relevant educational institution;
– it will be applied after the time ACER became
aware of the misconduct and will not be
backdated;
– the misconduct specied above may
constitute criminal offences under the
Commonwealth, Victoria or your local law,
for example, Section 83A of the Crimes Act
1958 (Vic), Section 144.1 of the Criminal Code
Act 1995 (Cth). In which case the relevant
misconduct may be reported to the appropriate
law enforcement authorities for prosecution;
– if ACER has suffered any loss, damage or
expense as a result of the misconduct it may
proceed for recovery under civil law; and
ACER does not provide any appeal process in
respect of the imposition of a sanction and will
not engage with any request concerning such.
5. You are advised that except as expressly provided
at law, there is no right to challenge, appeal or seek
review of any determination by ACER that misconduct
has occurred or in relation to any consequences
imposed by ACER for any misconduct.
6. Withholding of results - you will only receive your
HPAT - Ireland test scores if you have complied with
the HPAT - Ireland test policies and procedures and
the Legal Agreement governing Your participation.
Your scores may be withheld or cancelled if
ACER learns, either on or after the test day, that
you have violated the HPAT - Ireland test policies
and procedures or any other aspect of the Legal
Agreement. Even if ACER cannot conrm your direct
involvement in the breach of policies and procedures
your HPAT - Ireland test scores may be withheld or
cancelled if ACER has reason to question the validity
of your scores or if ACER has reasonable basis for
believing you may have been involved in a breach of
the Legal Agreement.
7. Examples of when the validity of HPAT - Ireland test
scores may be challenged are:
a. intended or unintended exposure to
HPAT - Ireland test content*
b. contradictory performance on different parts of
the HPAT - Ireland test
c. abnormal answer patterns in the HPAT - Ireland test
d. atypical performance over different
HPAT - Ireland test sittings.
* If you attend a coaching course where
you are exposed to questions that appear in
the HPAT - Ireland test, you risk having your
HPAT - Ireland test scores withheld.
8. Whilst ACER will make every effort to ensure the
HPAT - Ireland Online test will run as scheduled, we
make no guarantees, given any event outside of ACER’s
control such as a pandemic or epidemic. If for any
reason the test is cancelled ACER will notify test takers
via email. Any such cancellations will be at the discretion
of ACER and the HPAT - Ireland user universities.
9. You may have legal rights and guarantees under
certain laws including the Australian Consumer
Law (being Schedule 2 to the Competition and
Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), as amended from time
to time). If the publication of this Booklet or Your
registration for or participation in the HPAT - Ireland
2024 test involves a supply of goods or services to
a consumer within the meaning given in those laws,
nothing contained in this Booklet excludes, restricts
or modies the application of any consumer
guarantee provided in those laws, the exercise of
any right or remedy in respect of, or the imposition
of any liability for the failure to comply with any
relevant guarantee.
10. Subject to point 9:
a. The HPAT - Ireland test is a selection tool used by
certain educational institutions and your results
in respect of HPAT - Ireland may not be used or
relied on for any other purpose;
b. To the maximum extent permissible by law
(and for the avoidance of doubt, subject to any
guarantees, rights, remedies or obligations
which cannot be excluded, restricted or modied
under certain laws including the Australian
Consumer Law), ACER expressly, irrevocably
and totally disclaims any liability whatsoever for
any loss or damage whatsoever and howsoever
arising in connection with or resulting from: Your
participation (actual, potential, contemplated
or cancelled for any reason whatsoever) in
HPAT - Ireland; and Your test results, including,
but not limited to, any representations made
by ACER or its personnel (including agents,
subcontractors and consultants) in respect
of HPAT - Ireland and the accuracy of any
information contained in this Booklet;
c. To the fullest extent permitted at law, You
acknowledge and accept that the entire risk of
Your participation in HPAT - Ireland is assumed
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by You and that ACER will have no liability
whatsoever to You for any loss, harm, damage,
cost or expense (including legal fees) or any
direct, special, indirect, incidental, punitive
or consequential loss or damage (including,
without limitation, economic loss, loss of
contract, prot, revenue, income, opportunity,
goodwill, information, anticipated savings,
business relationships, production or data)
whatsoever and howsoever arising;
d. You acknowledge and accept that, to the
fullest extent permitted at law, ACER gives
NO WARRANTY or guarantee and makes no
representation whatsoever that: registering for
or sitting the HPAT - Ireland test will guarantee
You or secure for You a placement with an
educational institution; or that You will be
provided with Your HPAT - Ireland results (other
than in strict accord with this Agreement).
11. Subject to Australian Consumer Law and, otherwise
to the fullest extent permitted at law, You release
and fully indemnify ACER, its ocers, employees
and agents from and against all claims, liabilities,
costs, demands and expenses whatsoever
caused by you and howsoever arising from or in
connection with:
a. Your registration for or participation (actual,
potential, contemplated or cancelled) in the
HPAT - Ireland test; or
b. Any breach by You of the Legal Agreement
governing Your participation (actual, potential,
contemplated or cancelled) in the HPAT - Ireland test.
c. Any misconduct by you in relation to the
HPAT - Ireland and any sanction imposed by ACER
as a consequence of Your misconduct. These
releases and indemnities survive Your participation
(actual, contemplated, potential or cancelled)
in the HPAT - Ireland test and whether or not
You are offered or accept a placement with any
educational institution for any course whatsoever.
12. In the event that any law implies terms or
guarantees into the offering or conduct of the
HPAT - Ireland test which cannot be lawfully
excluded, restricted or modied, such terms or
guarantees will apply, save that the liability of ACER
for breach of any such term or guarantee will, to
the extent legally permitted, be limited to the refund
of the price paid for any relevant goods or services.
13. ACER has made every effort to ensure the accuracy
of the information provided in this Booklet.
However, from time to time, due to changed
circumstances ACER may need to change the
arrangements concerning the administration of the
HPAT - Ireland test and ACER (without amending
your legal obligations or remedies) reserves the
right to alter or amend any detail contained in the
Booklet in its absolute and unqualied discretion.
Any alteration or amendment will take effect
immediately upon publication of the alteration or
amendment on https://HPAT - Ireland.acer.org/.
14. By completing and submitting the HPAT - Ireland
registration form you:
a. conrm that You have read in its entirety and
accept the contents of this Booklet, including the
Legal Notice and the online declaration;
b. conrm Your agreement with the Legal Agreement
governing Your participation in HPAT - Ireland;
c. acknowledge that You have been entitled to
obtain legal advice concerning any matter
covered in this Booklet, whether or not You have
in fact sought any legal advice;
d. acknowledge and accept that the Legal
Agreement and online declaration contains
the entire agreement between You and
ACER concerning Your participation in the
HPAT - Ireland test in 2024 and that no matter;
e. information or representation not expressly
contained in the Legal Agreement has induced
You or had any bearing on You to seek
registration for the HPAT - Ireland test in 2024;
f. accept and unconditionally undertake to strictly
comply with the Legal Agreement governing
Your participation;
g. acknowledge and accept that the Legal Agreement
with ACER will be governed as follows:
i. where your registration fee is paid in pounds
Sterling (£/GBP), the laws of England & Wales;
ii. where your registration fee is paid in Euros
(€ /EUR), the laws of the Republic of Ireland; or
iii. in any other case or where your registration
fee is paid in Australian dollars ($/AUD), the
laws of the State of Victoria, Australia.
h. agree that to determine any dispute (whether as
to the interpretation of the Legal Agreement with
ACER, or any matter concerning performance
or compliance of the Legal Agreement or
otherwise) or to determine any claims brought
or made against You by ACER or its authorised
nominee, you submit to the exclusive jurisdiction
of the Courts and any of the Courts of Appeal
therefrom as follows:
i. where your registration fee is paid in pounds
Sterling (£/GBP), the courts of England & Wales;
ii. where your registration fee is paid in Euros (€ /
EUR), the courts of the Republic of Ireland; or
iii. in any other case or where your registration
fee is paid in Australian dollars ($/AUD), the
courts of the State of Victoria, Australia.
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