ECC Testing Center testing rooms are monitored by cameras and other computer screen monitoring software.
Testing Rooms are monitored by cameras and other computer screen monitoring software. Once you have started a test, you will not be allowed to leave and re-enter the test room, except in the case of an extreme emergency. If this does happen, your test will be taken and marked to indicate that you left the room. It will not be returned to you. Your instructor will be notified.
If it is determined that you have used unauthorized materials at your desk or that you are looking at a test other than your own, your test will be taken from you. Your academic records will be immediately blocked, and your instructor and other appropriate personnel will be notified.
TSI Guidelines
In September 2003, a new set of requirements for enrollment into public colleges in Texas became law. The program, called Texas Success Initiative, TSI, replaced all THEA requirements. It is important that you understand what these changes mean to you, both for your potential course requirements and your testing mandates. A brief description of the testing changes is presented below.
Nearly all students are required to take exams before they are allowed to enroll in college courses. El Centro College has selected Accuplacer as the primary assessment for enrollment and placement. El Centro College allows one attempt and one retest on the Accuplacer each semester.
Practice Tests
The following Assessment Practice Tests are provided to assist you in your preparation for the actual tests:
The TASP Exam has been revised by its publishers and is now called THEA. At the present time, El Centro does not administer the THEA.
For more information, visit the THEA website or contact THEA at 512.927.5397.
Special Needs Guidelines
El Centro College Testing Center operates in compliance with the American Disabilities Act.
All Testing for Special Needs students will be done only after they have gone through the Special Needs Office.
Some students requiring Special Needs Examination to meet TSI Requirements will be administered the ASSET instead of Accuplacer
This is a paper and pencil exam.
- A picture ID will be required
- Children are not allowed in the testing room, and they cannot be left unattended in the Testing Center area.
- Food and drink are not allowed in the testing room.
- Cell phones and electronic devices must be turned off and locked in ECC Testing Center lockers before entering the testing area.
- Lockers are located in the hall. All personal materials must be placed there before you can test.
- Once you enter the testing rooms, you cannot leave and return.
- No placement test or THEA alternative will be given without a signed Referral Form.
Testing Rooms are monitored by cameras and other computer screen monitoring software. Once you have started a test, you will not be allowed to leave and re-enter the test room, except in the case of an extreme emergency. If this does happen, your test will be taken and marked to indicate that you left the room. It will not be returned to you. Your instructor will be notified.
If it is determined that you have used unauthorized materials at your desk or that you are looking at a test other than your own, your test will be taken from you. Your academic records will be immediately blocked, and your instructor and other appropriate personnel will be notified.
TSI Guidelines
In September 2003, a new set of requirements for enrollment into public colleges in Texas became law. The program, called Texas Success Initiative, TSI, replaced all THEA requirements. It is important that you understand what these changes mean to you, both for your potential course requirements and your testing mandates. A brief description of the testing changes is presented below.
Nearly all students are required to take exams before they are allowed to enroll in college courses. El Centro College has selected Accuplacer as the primary assessment for enrollment and placement. El Centro College allows one attempt and one retest on the Accuplacer each semester.
Practice Tests
The following Assessment Practice Tests are provided to assist you in your preparation for the actual tests:
- ACT
- Accuplacer
- SAT
- THEA
The TASP Exam has been revised by its publishers and is now called THEA. At the present time, El Centro does not administer the THEA.
For more information, visit the THEA website or contact THEA at 512.927.5397.
Special Needs Guidelines
El Centro College Testing Center operates in compliance with the American Disabilities Act.
All Testing for Special Needs students will be done only after they have gone through the Special Needs Office.
Some students requiring Special Needs Examination to meet TSI Requirements will be administered the ASSET instead of Accuplacer
This is a paper and pencil exam.
- A referral from the Disabilities Services Office is required.
- This exam must be mailed off to the publisher to be scored.
- Plan at least two weeks for the return of your scores.
- There is no charge for this examination.
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