AOSB Aptitude exam-day guide
AOSB Aptitude · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Photo identification
Bring the exact form of ID the provider specifies (often a current passport or photocard driving licence). Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and whether a second form is required.
Joining instructions and confirmation letter
Print or save the confirmation email and any joining instructions; they typically carry the reporting time, address, and gate details.
Reporting time and location confirmed
Re-check the venue, arrival time, and access arrangements the day before. If anything is unclear, confirm with the provider rather than guessing.
Travel plan and backup route
Plan the journey with a margin for delays and identify a fallback route or earlier service. Aim to arrive ahead of the stated reporting time.
Contact number for the assessment centre
Save the provider's contact number so you can call promptly if delayed. Confirm with the provider what to do if you are running late.
Clothing and footwear
Dress smartly and bring footwear suitable for any physical or practical elements. Confirm with the provider whether sports kit or a change of clothes is required.
Water and a light snack
Bring water and something to eat for scheduled breaks. Check the provider's rules on food and drink in the test room.
Any permitted aids or materials
Bring only items the provider allows (for example, a plain watch or permitted stationery). Confirm with the provider whether calculators, notes, or phones are restricted.
Medical or access information
If you need adjustments, confirm in advance that they have been arranged and bring any supporting documentation requested.
Phone silenced and stored
Plan to switch off and store your phone as instructed; devices are commonly restricted during testing. Confirm the provider's policy.
Rest and preparation the night before
Prioritise sleep over last-minute cramming; fatigue affects reasoning speed more than extra practice does.
Read the candidate guidance in full
Work through any candidate handbook or instructions sent by the provider so nothing on the day is a surprise.
Plan the day
Confirm the venue, reporting time, and ID requirements with the provider. Finalise travel and, if needed, overnight accommodation. Stop heavy practice; review format and instructions only.
Do one short, timed familiarisation session if you have not already, then stop. Prepare clothing and pack your bag. Check any access arrangements are confirmed.
Re-check travel times and the weather or transport disruptions. Lay out ID, confirmation, clothing, water, and snacks. Eat normally, avoid alcohol, and go to bed at a sensible hour.
Eat a proper breakfast, allow extra travel time, arrive ahead of the reporting time, and follow staff instructions on registration and storage of belongings.
Read each instruction fully, manage your pace against the time available, answer what you can and move on rather than stalling on one item, and use breaks as directed. If something is unclear, ask the invigilator.
Rules to check
Bring the exact ID specified by the provider; without it you may be refused entry. Confirm accepted documents in advance.
Arrive by the stated reporting time. If you are delayed, contact the assessment centre immediately; late arrival may affect your ability to sit the assessment.
Follow all invigilator instructions on seating, timing, and starting or stopping work.
Phones and other electronic devices must be switched off and stored as directed; unauthorised devices during testing may be treated as misconduct.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the test or attempt to view others' work.
Take breaks only when and where permitted, and return promptly at the end of each break.
Answer honestly and independently; do not bring in or use unauthorised notes or materials.
Scoring and resit policies vary; confirm with the provider how results are reported and whether a further attempt is possible rather than assuming.