SimCapture Enterprise with Exam System: An introduction to single sign-on in SimCapture
This article provides an introduction to single sign-on in SimCapture Enterprise with Exam System, helping users understand and set up secure authentication in their system.
Written by Jeri Ellis
Updated at November 15th, 2024
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What is single sign-on?
Single sign-on (SSO) is an authentication method that enables users to log in once and gain access to multiple related but independent systems. In the context of SimCapture, SSO allows users to authenticate using their company or institutional credentials, passing those details to SimCapture for account access. This process simplifies login across platforms by linking the user's local login (e.g., their computer login) with their SimCapture account.
SSO availability in SimCapture
SSO is supported in various parts of the SimCapture, as shown below:
| Feature | SSO Supported in Cloud |
|---|---|
| Main Login Page | ✅ |
| Exam System Student Station | ✅ |
| Center Sign-In | ✅ |
| SimCapture for Skills | ✅ |
Setting up SSO
To set up SSO in SimCapture, reach out to simcapturesupport@laerdal.com. You will need to provide documentation for SimCapture to register as a Service Provider (SP) and include metadata for your Identity Provider (IdP). The support team will help evaluate your setup and send a metadata file for configuring SSO within your system.
Frequently asked questions
Does SimCapture support SAML?
Yes, SimCapture’s SSO implementation supports SAML.
Can users log in using both SSO and a local password?
No, if a user is configured for SSO, they must use the "SSO Sign-in" option.
Can a user log in via the Center Sign-In kiosk using SSO?
Yes, and if the "Create Users" SSO setting is enabled, the user is created and logged in simultaneously.