PHNRO– Oriel Available Reasonable Adjustments List 2027

We will make reasonable adjustments to accommodate requests provided these are made known to us in advance. If you require any adjustments (e.g. additional time) you must request the adjustments on the application form, at the time of application, ensuring the request is evidenced by supporting documentation.

Requests for reasonable adjustments that are submitted after the application deadline will not be considered.

Accommodation Type Description Available in Test Centre? Available on OnVUE?
Adjustable Contrast Toggle option within the exam will be available to change the colours of the text and/or background at any time. Always on in Desktop version (Test Centre).  Does not require PHNRO pre-approval.  Yes No
Adjustable Font Size Toggle option within the exam will be available to enlarge the screen at any time. Always on in Desktop version (Test Centre).  Does not require PHNRO pre-approval. Yes No
Adjustable Work Station  Must be seated at the adjustable workstation. Yes No
Beverage Permitted to bring a bottle of water into the test room if they have a medical need. Must be in clear spill proof container. Accommodation not required for ONVUE because ONVUE candidates are allowed to have a drink on their desk. Yes No
Coloured Screen Overlay Only applicable for test centre appointments. Candidate must provide own overlay(s) which must be able to attach or hang over the monitor, without causing damage or leaving sticky marks. Item will be visually inspected during check in. Yes No
Extra Time - 15% Exam Time Receives an additional 15% of original exam time. Yes Yes
Extra Time - 25% Exam Time Receives an additional 25% of original exam time. Yes Yes

Extra Time 25% and Pause-the-clock 25% 

Receives an additional 25% of original exam time and up to an additional 25% pause-the-clock time.

The candidate can pause-the clock at any point during the exam, as many times as they want for the approved amount of time. This accommodation is separate from standard breaks. 

 Yes Yes
Extra Time - 30 Minutes

Receives 30 minutes of additional time.  This time is equally divided between the 3 exams.

 Yes Yes
Extra Time - 30% Exam Time Receives an additional 30% of original exam time. Yes Yes
Extra Time - 33% Exam Time Receives an additional 33% of original exam time. Yes Yes
Extra Time - 50% Exam Time Receives an additional 50% of original exam time. Yes Yes
Extra Time - 75% Exam Time Receives an additional 75% of original exam time. Yes Yes
Extra Time - 100% Exam Time Receives an additional 100% of original exam time. Yes Yes
Glucose Testing Supplies Glucose meter and testing supplies are permitted during testing. Yes Yes
Nursing Mother and Pause the Clock 25%

Permitted to access locker for necessary medical equipment; receives a 25% pause-the-clock break and is able to leave the testing centre.

The candidate can pause-the-clock at any point during the exam, as many times as they want for the approved amount of time. This accommodation is separate from standard breaks. 

 Yes Yes
Nursing Mother, Pause the Clock 25% and Extra Time 25% 

Permitted to access locker for necessary medical equipment; receives a 25% pause-the-clock break and is able to leave the testing centre.  

The candidate can pause-the-clock at any point during the exam, as many times as they want for the approved amount of time. This accommodation is separate from standard breaks.  

Nursing Mother applicants with a learning or medical health condition that requires additional time will receive an extra 25% of the original exam time.

 Yes Yes
Other A non-standard accommodation is needed. Further information to be provided by the candidate. Yes Yes
Pause-the-clock 10%

Allows candidate to pause the exam timer during the exam, for a maximum amount of time equivalent to 10% of the total exam time allowance.

The candidate can pause-the clock at any point during the exam, as many times as they want for the approved amount of time. This accommodation is separate from standard breaks.  

 Yes Yes
Pause-the-clock 25%

Allows candidate to pause the exam timer during the exam, for a maximum amount of time equivalent to 25% of the total exam time allowance.

The candidate can pause-the clock at any point during the exam, as many times as they want for the approved amount of time. This accommodation is separate from standard breaks.  

 Yes Yes
Separate Room Exam will be delivered in a separate room from the main testing room. Yes No
Separate Room – Sit Stand Workstation 

Exam will be delivered in a separate room from the main testing room. 

May stand or alternate sitting and standing at a height adjustable workstation.

 Yes No
Separate Room and Reader  A Reader will be present to read directions and test questions. The Reader may not answer or explain any content-related questions. Exam must be delivered in a separate room.  Yes No
Separate Room and Reader/Recorder  A Reader/Recorder will be present to read directions and test questions and input answers as dictated by the candidate. The Reader/Recorder may not answer or explain any content-related questions.  Exam must be delivered in a separate room.  Yes No
Separate Room and Recorder  A Recorder will be present to input answers as directed by the candidate. The Recorder may not answer or explain any content-related questions.  Exam must be delivered in a separate room. Yes No
Separate Room and Snacks A snack is allowed in the testing room. Must be in a small, clear plastic bag.  Exam must be delivered in a separate room. Yes No
Zoom Text A software application that allows for magnification greater than 200% and ability to change colour of screen/text. Software is activated upon launching the exam.  Yes No

 

Related pages