- Are tests timed?
- Do I have to schedule to take a test?
- How long does it take to get the results of a test?
- What is the retake policy of various tests?
- Is there a fee for sending exam results to another college?
- Can you proctor an exam from another college?
- How do I test out of a class?
- What is the eligibilty for the CLEP/APLE?
- Will APLE//CLEP test results transfer to other institutions?
- What can I do to satisfy the CLAS requirements?
- Where do I make up a test for my class?
- Can I retake a placement test?
- Can I use SAT/ACT scores for placement?
- How do I sign up for the GED exam?
- How do I get my child tested for the GED classes?
- What is the predictor test?
- What is CASAS?
- What are the CJBAT and TABE tests?
- Where do I go for an IT exam?
- Where can I take the TEAS exam?
- Can I test out of remedial reading/writing/math classes?
The Placement exam is untimed, the average amount of time to complete the exam is 2 ½-3 hours.
The TABE is timed for a total of 90 minutes.
The high School/GED TABE is timed for 125 minutes.
GED is a two day test, 4 hrs., each day.
TEAS is 3 hrs and 29 minutes.
CJBAT is 2 hrs 30 minutes.
CLEP exams are 90 minutes.
2.Do I have to schedule to take a test?
All tests are done on a walk-in basis on the Daytona Beach, Deland and Deltona campuses (except IT certification exams). Due to limited seating, appointments are suggested at other campuses.
3.How long does it take to get the results of a test?
Test results for placement exams, TEAS, CLEP (except English Comp. with Essay), CJBAT, and IT Certification are available immediately upon completion of exam. Makeup tests are picked up by the instructors and returned to student in class.
4.What is the retake policy of various tests?
Students wishing to retake the Placement exam must check with a counselor to see if they are eligible.
CJBAT can be re-taken with no waiting period (up to 3 times).
TEAS can be retaken every 30 days.
CLEP retests can be done every six months.
WHAT MAKES ME EXEMPT FROM TAKING A PLACEMENT TEST?
You may be exempted from taking the placement tests if you have qualifying SAT and/or ACT scores, are transferring credits into Daytona State, have qualifying IB credit , AP credit, CLEP credit or if you already have been awarded a degree.
5.Is there a fee for sending exam results to another college?
If you are taking an exam at Daytona State for another university, you will be charged a $30 non-student fee this will cover the cost of sending results elsewhere. If a student takes a placement test here and wishes to send the results to another college/university they should request a transcript to be sent from the records office.
6.Can you proctor an exam from another college?
We offer proctoring services for exams from other colleges, there is a $30 non-student fee per each exam.
7.How do I test out of a class?
Credit can be earned from APLE and/or CLEP.
8.What is the eligibilty for the CLEP/APLE?
We are an open test site for CLEP. Anyone may walk-in and test with us.
APLE is for DSC students only who are currently enrolled in a degree or vocational program.
9.Will APLE//CLEP test results transfer to other institutions?
Students are advised to check with the institution to which they are transferring to see if APLE credits will be accepted.
10.What can I do to satisfy the CLAS requirements?
a) College-Level Communication: Earn a 2.5 grade point average in two (2) courses for a minimum of six (6) semester hours of credit from a combination of at least one (1) course with the ENC prefix and any other course that is designated as a “Gordon Rule” writing course (excluding courses with the SPC prefix) or have a CPT score of 93 on the Reading and 105 on the Writing; a SAT score of 500 on the verbal or an ACT score of 22 on the reading and 21 on the English. (Exemption via waiver for students with a prior documented specific learning disability is possible.)
A “Gordon Rule writing course” will consist of any standard Gordon Rule course designated in tha AA program listing EXCEPT Mathematics Core courses, Science Core courses, and Health and Wellness Core courses.
b) College-Level Computation: Earn a 2.5 grade point average in two (2) courses for a minimum of six (6) semester hours of credit from: MAC 1105 or any other MAC course with the last three digits higher than 105; MGF 2106, 2107, or STA 2023; or have a CPT score of 91 on the Elementary Algebra, a SAT score of 500 on the math or an ACT score of 21 on the math. (Exemption via waiver for students with a prior documented specific learning disability is possible.)
11.Where do I make up a test for my class?
You can make up a test for your class in Assessment Services and must make arrangements with your instructor.
12.Can I retake a placement test?
Eligibility for placement test retakes is determined by the Academic Advising/ counseling department, building 100 room 105.
13.Can I use SAT?ACT scores for placement?
SAT and/or ACT scores may be used for placement if the exam was taken within the last two years. Assessment Services will need an official copy of the scores.
14.How do I sign up for the GED exam?
To sign up for the GED exam you must go to Assessment Services to fill out an application and pay for the exam prior to the test date. You must be 18 years old, bring a FL picture ID and your Social Security Card and $70.
15.How do I get my child tested for the GED classes?
Students interested in taking GED classes must submit an application to enter the college before taking the placement test. Once admitted, they will take the placement test during the Adult Education Orientation.
16.What is the predictor test?
The predictor test results will show whether High School/GED classes are needed or if person is ready to take the GED test.
The CASAS is the placement test which non-English speaking students take in order to placed in English prep classes for either the high school or the college.
18.What are the CJBAT and TABE tests?
The CJBAT is a 2 ½ hr., computerized exam which measures skills that are needed by people in the Law Enforcement or Corrections fields. The areas of measurement covered in the CJ BAT include written comprehension, written expression, oral expression, inductive reasoning, deductive reasoning, information ordering, spatial orientation, visualization. The CJBAT is $40.
TABE is a test in Reading, Language and Math. The non-student fee for TABE is $30.
Both tests are given on all Daytona State Campuses.
19.Where do I go for an IT exam?
IT certification exams are given on the Deland campus, building 7 rooms 117.
20.Where can I take the TEAS exam?
The TEAS is offered on all campuses. Testing can be done on a walk-in basis on the Daytona, Deland and Deltona campuses. Appointments are needed on the other campuses.
The TEAS is $40 and can be taken every 30 days.
21.Can I test out of remedial reading/writing/math classes?
Once a student has enrolled in a remedial class they cannot test out of it.
22. Can I take the Placement exam online at another location or in another state?
Yes, we can work with you and another college to set up "remote" testing throughout the country. Contact DSC's Assessment Center and the institution where you want to test for scheduling and to confirm technical capabilities.
For more information Contact Assessment Services: assessment@daytonastate.edu
