About the Testing Center
The Testing Center is committed to providing excellent customer service to our students, faculty, and community while ensuring the integrity of testing in a secure environment. Whether you're aiming to further your education, enter the workforce, or advance your present career, the Testing Center offers a broad array of services to meet your needs.
*In high peak times, Testing Center Specialists assist students and may be unable to answer the phone. The best times to call the Testing Center are before 9:30 a.m. and after 3:30 p.m.
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Identification
Bring a TCC photo ID or valid driver's license or state identification card
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Review Registration
Make sure to check our hours of operations and review your registration information
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Arrive on Time
Arrive at least one hour prior to closing
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Testing Services
TCC offers various testing services to accommodate both students and local members of the community. Learn more about the tests offered and the information you need to know below.
Florida Developmental Education Exemption Statement
2023-2024 Alternative Placement for Advising
ACCUPLACER Next-Generation
Students who need to take an assessmenttest for academic advisem*nt but live outside the State of Florida may make arrangements with the Testing Center to have the ACCUPLACER Next-Generation assessment sent to a local proctor. The ACCUPLACER Next-Generation consists of the following academic subjects; English, Reading, and Math. Students may schedule an alternative testing location by calling (850) 201-8282.
- ACCUPLACER Next-Generation can be administered remotely by appointment. TCC uses the ACCUPLACER to test advanced math skills for students seeking to bypass College Algebra, in an attempt to enroll in high-function math courses. Please contact the Testing Center attestingcenter@tcc.fl.eduif you believe you are in need of this service.
- Accuplacer Study Guide
Fees:
- First attempt for advisem*nttaken on TCC campus:No Fee
- Retake for advisem*nt taken on TCC campus:$4
- Request for the first attempt for advisem*nt taken at another institution:Proctor's Fee
- Request for a retake for advisem*nt taken at another institution:Proctor's Fee
Post-Secondary Education Readiness Test (PERT)
The Post-Secondary Education Readiness Test (PERT) is a computerized adaptiveassessment that is used to determine the mastery level of students in the academic areas of reading, writing, and mathematics.
- The PERT is administered on anappointment basis Monday through Friday. The PERT is an untimed assessment, but please allow a minimum of three hours for testing if you plan on taking all subjects: reading, writing, and mathematics.
- The PERT is offered Monday through Friday on anappointment basis. Monday throughFriday examinees maymake an appointment between the hours of9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to begin testing.
- If an examinee is not satisfied with their PERT results they may retake the PERT after 14 days.
- The PERT exam is currently offered on Mondaythrough Friday by appointment atthe following times; 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and2:30 p.m. The PERT exam is also available for remote testing opportunities, for that outside of the tri-county area. Please contact the Testing Center attestingcenter@tcc.fl.eduto receive information on how to take the PERT remotely.
- PERT Study Guide
Fees:
- First attempt for advisem*nttaken on TCC campus:No Fee
- Retake for advisem*nt taken on TCC campus:$4
Testing for Adult Basic Education (TABE)
Adult Education Students must take the Test for Adult Basic Education (TABE) before starting class. This test helps us understand your beginning level, so you can be registered for the correct classes.
- The TABE is offered on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. on an appointment basis.
- The three parts of the TABE are Reading Comprehension, Language Arts, and Math.
- To access resourcesto help you study for the TABE test. Please check with Adult Education Development in Workforce Development building 38.
Fees:
- TCC applicant:$25
- Applicant for other institutions:$25
- This fee will cover two attempts at each section of the TABE test. The fee will need to be paid in person at theCashier's Office. Examinees must pick up a payment authorization form from the Testing Center before going to the Cashier’s Office. All payments at this time will be cash only.
Resources:
- Click hereto access the TABE study guide.
Pearson Vue
Tallahassee Community College offers Pearson Vue testing services. Appointments for Pearson Vueassessments will need to be made with theassessmentsponsor or with Pearson Vue directly and may be administered at our location.
- Assessmentscan be registered for at:Pearson Vue
- Examples ofassessments are: GED, Cisco Technologies, CompTia, Basic Abilities Test, National Strength and Conditioning, Childcare Accreditation, and Pharmacy Technician.
- This service will not be available during holidays and college closures.
Fees:
- None
College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
CLEPtests are timed academic assessments offered by College Board and proctored at Tallahassee Community College. CLEPtests offer course completion credit, for general education courses used to complete a college degree. Examinees will be tested on the materials that are covered in those courses.
- CLEPexams are currently offered on Monday by appointment at the following times: 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m.
- Students may earn credit in subjects such as College Algebra, College Composition, American History, Biology, and Foreign Languages. Please look here for the full list ofTCC Credit By Exam.
- CLEP tests will be offered at Tallahassee Community College on Mondays from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. in the Fine and Performing Arts building, room 211.
- CLEPtests can be registered for athttps://clep.collegeboard.org/.
Fees:
- Sitting fee per attempt of an assessment:$10
- Payment to College Board CLEP program can be made atclep.collegeboard.org:$89
- DANTES-funded military and military-approved candidates (first attempt):No Fee
- All fees must be paid to the TCC Cashier's Office. Examinees must pick up a payment authorization form from the Testing Center before going to the Cashier’s Office. All payments at this timewill be cash only.
Florida Civic Literacy Exam
In accordance with Florida Statue 1007.25 and Florida Administrative Code, Rule 6A-10.02413, Tallahassee Community College will be offering the Florida Civic Literacy Exam (FCLE) for completion of an Associate of Arts Degreeor Associate of Science Degree.
*Please note: The FCLE will be unable during the week of July 29 through August 2 due to server maintenance.
PASSING SCORE is 60% to meet requirement.
- Weekly testing for the Florida Civic Literacy Exam (FCLE) will be on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (face-to-face) and Tuesdays and Fridays (remote) by appointment.
- Appointments will be scheduled for a one-hour window though examinees may take as much time as needed.
- In-person testing blocks for Tuesdays-Thursday will be 9 a.m.,10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m.
- Remote testingblocks will be 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The FCLE will consist of questions from four main subjects:
- American Democracy
- The U.S. Constitution
- The Founding Documents
- Landmark Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Actions
The Civic Literacy requirement applies to the following students:
Catalog Year | Student Type | Degree Type | Requirement |
2018-2019 through 2020-2021 | First-time-in-college students | Associate of Arts(A.A.),Baccalaureate | Pass a course |
2021-2022 and after | Entering a Florida College System | Associate of Arts(A.A.), Baccalaureate | Pass a course |
2022-2023 and after | Entering a Florida College System | Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.), Baccalaureate | Pass a course |
Study Material may be found at:
- Florida Civic Literacy Study Guide
- Florida Department of Education Resource Page
Fees:
None
Nursing Program Admissions Test (HESI-A2)
The HESI-A2AdmissionTestis the required entranceassessment for all studentsapplying tocertain Healthcare Programsat TCC. To be considered for admission,the TCC programs require aminimum score of75 percentin each required section of the assessment.
- TheHESI test is currently offered Monday through Friday by appointment at the following times: 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.
- Students may take the HESI-A2 on an appointment basis; testingis available Monday through Fridayat either9 a.m. or 1 p.m.
- Contact the Testing Center at (850) 201-8282 for more information.
Fees:
- Test Fee: $47
- All fees must be paid to the TCC Cashier's Office. Examinees must pick up a payment authorization form from the Testing Center before going to the Cashier’s Office. All payments at this time will be cash only.
What is a Proctored Assessment?
A proctoredassessment is anassessment that is taken under supervision.Certification sponsors, colleges, and universities have as a component,assessments which need to be proctored. This ensures fairness and an equitable measure of performance for students or certification candidates and mastery of the subject material without compromisingassessment integrity.
- Assessment services provided for other institution course exams (fees are per course):$25
- Assessment services provided for other institutions or companies; entrance or employment assessments:$25
- Note: It is imperative that students from other institutions wishing to use the Testing Center as a proctoring site set up their proctor arrangements within the first two weeks of the course(s) start date(s). The Testing Center cannot make last-minute proctor arrangements.
Accommodated Testing Services
If you are registered withTCC's Student AccessibilityServices, you are eligible to take your advisem*ntassessment and course assessments in the Accommodated Testing Center, located in the Fine & Performing Arts Building, 2nd floor, Room 219. All course assessments require a minimum of 48 hrs (2 business days) notice prior to the test date for administration. Please refer to your SAS contract.
For more informationabout the Accommodated Testing Center, please call (850) 201-8271 or emailACCtesting@tcc.fl.edu
Web-Based Instruction Course Exams
Web courses are taken online, however, courseassessments may be required to be proctored. Check with faculty or your advisor prior to registering to determine if your assessment(s) must be proctored. This service is not offered at the Testing Center.
What You Should Know Before YourAssessment:
- Proctored assessments will be taken through HonorLock.
- All students should have a web camera and microphone for their computers.
- Studentswill be recorded throughout theirassessmentand the recording will be submitted to their faculty member.
If a student has an issue withHonorLock please contact TCC Online at (850) 201-9400 or through email atTCCOnline@tcc.fl.edu.
Contact Us
Testing
Standard
Phone: (850) 201-8282 | Fax: (850) 201-8676
Email:testingcenter@tcc.fl.edu
Accommodated
Phone:(850) 201-8271
Email:acctesting@tcc.fl.edu
*In high peak times, Testing Center Specialists assist students and may be unable to answer the phone. The best times to call the Testing Center are before 9:30 a.m. and after 3:30 p.m.
Hours
General Testing and Accommodated Testing
Monday - Friday | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Testing services beginat 9 a.m.and no testing will begin after 4 p.m.
Location
Tallahassee Community College, Testing Center
Fine and Performing Arts Building, Room208
