Placement Testing
ACCUPLACER Testing
Effective placement testing programs have been shown to be related to increased student retention and academic success. At Goodwill Technical College, the ACCUPLACER is used to assess readiness for program level courses in Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, and IT Support Specialist programs. First-time applicants entering Goodwill Technical College who do not have college credit must take the ACCUPLACER unless one of the exemptions mentioned below is met. Applicants are required to score 256 on the math and reading sections of the test. IT Support Specialist majors are not required to take the math section of the ACCUPLACER. Students who do not make the required scores will be placed in and required to successfully complete learning support courses in basic literacy and/or math to upgrade their skills prior to enrolling in upper-level courses in their program of study. It is recommended that ACCUPLACER be taken as early as possible to allow time for retest if the desired score is not achieved and to meet registration deadlines.
What is ACCUPLACER?
ACCUPLACER is a comprehensive, computerized skills survey system that measures your:
- Reading Skills
- Mathematics Skills
- ACCUPLACER is not a pass/fail test.
ACCUPLACER STUDY GUIDES & SAMPLE QUESTIONS
Practice tests are available on the internet at:
IT Entrance Exam (ITEE)
The IT Entrance Exam is a test that assesses student readiness for college-level coursework in information technology. The test focuses on essential IT concepts, terminology, and basic troubleshooting. A score of 70% or higher is considered passing.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- College credits from an accredited institution
- Placement scores from one of the following tests taken within the past three years: ACT, SAT, ASSET, ACCUPLACER and COMPASS™
Please note that the Hospitality certificate program does not require a placement assessment.
Yes. Prospective students who have passed an applicable computer science course with a 'C' or above, already have a degree or certificate in computer science or a related field or who possess a current, valid industry certification in the information technology field may be exempt from taking the ITEE.
- Once an application and all required documentation is submitted to Admissions
- There is no cost to take either placement test
- Schedule your placement test: Placement Test Scheduler
If you have any questions contact Admissions-504-889-5568, ext. 2103.
ACCUPLACER is not a timed test, but it could take up to approximately two hours to complete. You should arrive 15 minutes early to ensure adequate time to check in. Below are some important facts to remember:
- Take your time!
- Read all directions carefully and completely.
- Ask the proctor if you have any questions.
- Pay close attention to details.
- Wait for the computer to respond.
- Do not click or press enter more than once on the computer.
- Eat a healthy breakfast the day of the test.
Test results are provided via email within 24 hours.
Yes, you can retake the ACCUPLACER up to two times.
- Your first retest is free and can be taken 7 days after the first test.
- There is a $5 fee for the second retest which can be taken on the next available test day.
Prohibited Items:
- Calculators
- Any device capable of recording audio, photographic or video content
- Unauthorized testing aids
- Cellular phones, tablets, pages, smartphones, or wireless communication devices
- Dictionaries
- Digital watches, smartwatches, or wristwatch camera
- Flash/thumb drives or any portable electronic device
- Food, beverage, or tobacco products
- Listening devices (with or without headphones) such as radio, media players, or recorders
- Nonmedical electronic devices
- Student provided paper (will be provided and destroyed by proctor)
- Slide rules, protractors, compasses, or rulers
- Weapons, firearms, or other item prohibited by law/campus safety polices
- Valid photo ID
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