Testing Center
What is a Testing Center?
A center that is approved to perform specialized tests on behalf of companies or accredidations. They are highly monitored with in-person staff and security cameras. Students or adults can schedule a test and are provided with a quiet enviroment, and a designated computer for the selected timed test. Results are immediately then forwarded to the company directly, and if requested, to a college. Always check if there’s a testing fee that the center charges, on top of the test exam cost itself. It can range from none to $25 or higher.
Key Features
- Many local community-college testing sites offer the popular association exams (CLEP, SAT, Microsoft, etc.) at a low or no cost fee.
- Private testing centers are also available, typically at a higher cost. However, they might offer more flexible hours or be open when a local school is closed.
- Scheduling is done online and it’s possible to schedule two tests in one day.
Favorite Quote
“Get comfortable going and testing at your local testing center. Be polite and friendly, and puntual. It will become the place where you walk out with savings, certificates, and even degrees.”
—Tracy Altheide
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