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How MACCI works

  • Register via the Student Portal. Self-study and Distance learners register themselves, classroom-based learners are registered through their Training Centre.
  • Pay the relevant exam fees
  • Once booking clears, access your Digital PoE on MACCI
  • Complete PoE on desktop/laptop with Chrome
  • Some work can be done offline; uploads/downloads need internet
  • Final exam can be done online (stable, fixed-line internet required) or at a venue

How to install Chrome or update to the latest version on your PC

Students are to ensure that they make use of  the latest version of Chrome as their default browser. An outdated browser, i.e. internet explorer will impact the performance of the activities on MACCI. The ICB cannot assist with any technical queries if it is found that the student is using an outdated browser.  

All assignments, tests and exams must be completed on a laptop or desktop as these are interactive activities that perform best on these devices.

How to install Chrome on your PC:

 Google Chrome is a fast, free web browser. Before you download, you can check if Chrome supports your operating system and you have all the other system requirements.

INSTALL CHROME ON WINDOWS

  1. Download the installation file.
  2. If prompted, click Run or Save.
  3. If you chose Save, double-click the download to start installing.
  4. Start Chrome:
    • Windows 7: A Chrome window opens once everything is done.
    • Windows 8 & 8.1: A welcome dialog appears. Click Next to select your default browser.
    • Windows 10: A Chrome window opens after everything is done. You can make Chrome your default browser.

If you’ve used a different browser, like Internet Explorer or Safari, you can import your settings into Chrome.

Can’t install Chrome because of S mode

If you can’t install Chrome on your Windows computer, your computer might be in S mode. If you want to download and install Chrome, learn more about how to exit S mode. You can also learn how to fix problems installing Chrome.

INSTALL CHROME ON MAC

  1. Download the installation file.
  2. Open the file called “googlechrome.dmg.”
  3. In the window that opens, find Chrome Chrome.
  4. Drag Chrome to the Applications folder.
    • You might be asked to enter the admin password.
    • If you don’t know the admin password, drag Chrome to a place on your computer where you can make edits, like your desktop.
  5. Open Chrome.
  6. Open Finder.
  7. In the sidebar, to the right of Google Chrome, click Eject Eject.

 INSTALL CHROME ON LINUX

Use the same software that installs programs on your computer to install Chrome. You’ll be asked to enter the administrator account password.

  1. Download the installation file.
  2. To open the package, click OK.
  3. Click Install Package.

Google Chrome will be added to your software manager so it stays up-to-date.

 
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS TO USE CHROME

Windows

To use Chrome on Windows, you’ll need:

  • Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 or later
  • An Intel Pentium 4 processor or later that’s SSE3 capable

Mac

To use Chrome on Mac, you’ll need:

  • OS X Yosemite 10.10 or later

Linux

To use Chrome on Linux, you’ll need:

  • 64-bit Ubuntu 14.04+, Debian 8+, openSUSE 13.3+, or Fedora Linux 24+
  • An Intel Pentium 4 processor or later that’s SSE3 capable

FIX PROBLEMS ON CHROME

 

USE THE LATEST VERSION OF CHROME

Due to updates to Chrome’s p2p translation technology and other regular improvements and upgrades to the browser, it is essential to ensure that you are using the latest version of Chrome to use Macci functionality.

In order to ensure you are using the latest version of Chrome or how to update this if needed, follow the steps below. The process should only take a few minutes to complete.

STEP 1:

  • Click on Chrome to open a new tab.
  • Click on the 3 dots at the top right of the screen.
  • Next, select Help and click on About Google Chrome.

STEP 2:

  • Chrome should start updating immediately if an update is required.

STEP 3:

  • When Chrome has updated, click on Relaunch for the update to take effect.

STEP 4:

  • The below message will show if Chrome is updated. If you see this after doing Step 1 then an update is not necessary.

How to Register

  • Self-Study and Distance learners: Register via the Student Portal
  • Classroom learners: Training centre handles registration
  • Training centres: Register via the Provider Portal

Important info about MACCI

  • All portfolios are 100% digital (as of April 2020)
  • MACCI is not a learning platform – your training centre still provides academic support
  • All students (classroom or distance) use MACCI
  • Exam results:
    • Distance learners: via student portal
    • Classroom learners: via training centre

What you get with MACCI

  • Access to your subject Digital PoE (Portfolio of Evidence) immediately after booking clears
  • Step-by-step structure and due dates built in
  • Format previews for better exam preparation
  • Live progress tracking with checklists
  • Instant test results and visible PoE scores