TESTING CENTER - PEARSON VUE

General Education Development Test

The GED test is a series of four subject test that certifies. high school level education and is an alternative to a traditional high school diploma.

• Mathematical Reasoning
• Reasoning Through Language Arts
• Science
• Social Studies

Postsecondary Education Readiness Test

The PERT test includes reading, writing and math.  There are 30 questions per section.  Although not a timed test, it takes about one hour per section to complete. A Study Guide is available here or visit Academic Support Center.

There is a 7 day wait before retesting.  Students are encouraged to remediate before retesting.  There is no limit to the number of attempts.

A Valid photo ID is required for all exams. Acceptable forms include:

• Current driver license
• Current Federal or State issued ID
• Current High School ID
• Current FPTC Student ID

Test of Adult Basic Education

TABE is an achievement test that measures basic skills in Reading, Language ad Mathematics. The complete battery takes approximately four hours.

• Reading: 100 Minutes
• Language: 55 Minutes
• Math: 65 Minutes

A Valid photo ID is required for all exams. Acceptable forms include:

• Current driver license
• Current Federal or State issued ID
• Current High School ID
• Current FPTC Student ID

Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems

If you are a student entering a Career and Technical Education Program (CTE) the CASAS test is used to determine basic skill level achievement required by the department of education.  If you are a GED student, the CASAS math and reading test are used for placement in the Adult Education class.  Your scores will let you know where to begin instruction.

CASAS requires a three month waiting period before retesting.

For training and support, visit the CASAS web site.

Test of Essential Academic Skills

TEAS is a multiple choice exam that assesses a students readiness for nursing and allied health programs. The TEAS is made up of 170 multiple-choice questions.  Study guides can be purchased at most book stores, or online.  Students preparing may also find Mometrix Test Preparation helpful.

Certiport offers certification credential many programs including 

• Adobe Certified Professional
• Autodesk
• Entrepreneurship and Small Business
• Microsoft
  

For a full listing, visit: Certiport Certifications

Nationa Center for Construction Education and Research

NCCER

NHA is the largest allied health certification agency in the United States and has awarded over 1 million nationally recognized certifications

• Pharmacy Technician
• Phlebotomy Technician
• Patient Care Technician