Ipcc to direct entry scheme conversion query

Hello Everyone,

I am an IPCC student. I gave my attempt in Nov 2011 and only secured exemption in Accounts Group 1 paper.

In May 2012, I did not get any exemption or clear any group.

I have not attended the Nov 2012 exams as i had an accident and am under bed rest.

Now, my query is that if I convert to Direct Entry scheme so that I can register for articles, when will my next attempt be and will the exemption be valid as exemptions are valid only for 3 succeeding attempts.

Please clarify and thanks in advance.