Testing Center
新一年级的学生可以通过合格的SAT成绩或高中GPA证明大学水平的熟练程度，从而免除分班考试. Please refer to Triton College’s Placement Test Information for New Students document below to determine if you need to take a placement test. Unofficial transcripts and test scores can be sent to advising@hotel-la-casadei.com for determination of possible placement test exemption.
Placement Test Information
for New Students
For more information, please scroll down to the Placement Testing section below.
The Triton College Testing Center provides testing services for Triton students, staff, and community members, and adheres to the Professional Standards and Guidelines of the National College Testing Association.
Testing CenterLearning Resource CenterA Building, Room A-126 (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3252 Email: testingcenter@hotel-la-casadei.com |
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Testing Center Hours
FALL HOURS:
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Getting Started
All exams require valid photo identification. All exams require an appointment. Appointments need to be scheduled online at least 24 hours in advance and are scheduled by the test taker. Appointments are not taken by phone or in person. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment time for verification and processing. Students needing two or more exams will need to make multiple appointments. Read more about Testing Center policies.
Placement Measures
Triton College is committed to student success by ensuring new students register for the appropriate level of coursework. 学生必须在注册课程之前证明大学水平的数学和英语水平或参加ACCUPLACER分班考试. Please use the document below to determine if you need to take a placement test:
Math and English Placement Measures
- Scores/transcripts should be sent to records@hotel-la-casadei.com for determination of placement.
- If you do not meet any of the measures for English or math on the document above:
- You will need to take ACCUPLACER math and/or ACCUPLACER English. For additional information on how to take the ACCUPLACER placement test, please view the section below under ‘Placement Testing’.
- If you have any questions about the above measures, please click HERE to make an appointment with an advisor.
Placement Testing
ACCUPLACER Placement Test
The ACCUPLACER placement test consists of the following: Math (20 to 40 questions), Reading (20 questions), and Writing (25 questions). All subjects are untimed, multiple choice, and computer-based. It is recommended that testers allow 2 hours to complete the test session.
Other Important Information:
- Test takers must complete a Triton College application before taking the placement test. A valid ID with the test taker’s name and photo is required to test.
- Outside materials and personal calculators cannot be used on the test. A calculator icon will be available in the test platform for use on specific math items. Scratch paper and pencil will be provided.
- ACCUPLACER math scores are valid for 2 years. ACCUPLACER English scores are valid for 3 years.
- Students who demonstrate proficiency by another measure may not need to take ACCUPLACER. (See Math and English Placement Measures for more information.)
Review Materials:
- ACCUPLACER practice at http://accuplacerpractice.collegeboard.org/login (Select "Next Generation Practice Tests")
Retest Policy
The ACCUPLACER portion of the placement test can be retaken any time after 3 days from your first test date. You are allowed one retest per year.
ISSAQ
In addition to ACCUPLACER, all first-time college students are required to take ISSAQ. This assessment measures a student’s non-cognitive skills that are not typically measured by a standardized placement test, such as commitment, self-management, and social support. ISSAQ results help the college better serve and prepare students for success by identifying their strengths, needs, and opportunities for development. This survey should only take about 10 minutes and may determine future enrollment into the COL 102 Embrace the College Experience course.
Testing Services
Testing services include placement test, CLEP, TEAS, CASAS, DSST, AP Exams credit evaluation, prior learning assessment, and proctoring services.
Online Course Testing
Make-up Tests
Proctored Tests (Non-Triton Students)
Remote ACCUPLACER Testing (Non-Triton Students)
Constitution Test
Triton Proficiency Exams
Prior Learning Assessment
Prior Learning Credit is defined as credit awarded for demonstrated college-level learning gained through work, traditional and nontraditional educational experiences and other life experiences. The learning must be relevant to the student’s selected course of study at Triton College. Prior Learning Credit may be awarded through one or more of the following means:
Advanced Placement
Students may be granted college credit through successful performance on any of the advanced placement tests of the College Board. 学生负责将成绩提交给记录评估办公室，并提交申请，要求授予此类学分. Credit awarded in this manner will be added to the semester hours earned but not the semester hours attempted or the grade points. Students must score the required score set by the department.
计划作为伊利诺伊州衔接计划(IAI)的一部分转学的学生应注意，只有在转学之前获得文科副学士或理科副学士学位时，通过适当的AP考试的分数才能用于满足学生的通识教育核心要求.
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
特里顿学院遵循伊利诺伊州社区大学委员会的指导方针，接受大学水平考试计划的一般考试学分.
DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST)
DSST计划是一系列广泛的38门大学学科领域的考试，与本科课程的期末或课程结束考试相当. The American Council on Education (ACE) recommends three semester hours of credit per test. Acceptance of DSST credit is subject to departmental approval.
Military Experience
学院遵循ACE的建议，在基础训练中授予四个学期的体育本科学分和两个学期的健康教育学分. In addition, courses completed in training may also be accepted for college credit.
Proficiency Exams
在对特定课程的内容进行审查或按照各个部门的政策进行能力考试后，可以授予学分或先修课程. All credits or advanced placement awarded are subject to approval by the department chairperson and the appropriate dean. Students should contact the department to determine if a proficiency exam is available in the area of study.
Portfolio Evaluations
Students with work experience, military experience, 学术经验或证书转化为已掌握Triton课程的内容，可根据部门政策申请获得学分.
Transfer Credit
Students may be allowed to transfer courses taken at an institutionally-accredited college of university with a grade of “C” or above. Students interested in transferring a grade of “D” should contact the Records Department for additional information. Official transcripts must be submitted to the Records Department for evaluation.
State Seal of Biliteracy
Students earning the State Seal of Biliteracy, the equivalent of two years of foreign language coursework taken during high school, are eligible to receive prior learning credit. 有兴趣获得这一荣誉学分的学生必须在获得批准的高中毕业后三年内向Triton学院提出申请. Click here for Triton College course equivalencies.
International Baccalaureate
在国际学士学位考试中获得四分或更高分数的学生将获得不分级的学分，以满足核心课程或选修课程的学位要求. 学生负责将成绩提交给记录评估办公室，并提交申请，要求授予此类学分. Credit awarded in this manner will be added to the semester hours earned but not the semester hours attempted or the grade points.
Please see the college’s PLA Brochure for the exact course equivalencies
Advanced Placement (AP)
学生可以通过成功完成大学入学考试委员会的任何一门预修(AP)考试获得大学学分. Triton College grants credit for Advanced Placement examinations on which a student scores 3 or higher.
学生有责任将他们的分数提交给记录评估办公室，并提交请求授予此类学分的请愿书. Credit awarded in this manner will be added to the semester hours earned but not the semester hours attempted or the grade points. Students must score the required score set by the department.
计划作为伊利诺伊州衔接计划(IAI)的一部分转学的学生应注意，只有在转学之前获得文科副学士或理科副学士学位时，通过适当的AP考试的分数才能用于满足学生的通识教育核心要求.
In order to receive credit for an accepted AP exam, an official transcript must be ordered from CollegeBoard and sent to the Triton College. To order a transcript, visit CollegeBoard at www.collegeboard.com/ap. Score reports sent directly to a student’s home can be accepted provided they remain in the sealed envelope.
The Advanced Placement Guidelines will be used for students who have Advanced Placement scores evaluated for credit at Triton College.
CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems)
CASAS tests assess a student's skill levels needed for success in the workplace, community, and family and establishes measurable goals and learning outcomes. CASAS is used at Triton College to help all potential students entering the English as a Second Language (ESL) program. ESL courses are designed to help non–native English speakers develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Triton College offers six levels of ESL instruction from very basic to advance.
Steps to Enroll
- Come to the Adult Education Office located in the A-Building, Room A-203
- Fill out the Intake Form with a Picture ID
- Take the CASAS Test
- Sign up for a Placement Test to determine correct level placement
CLEP (College-Level Examination Program)
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) offers students the opportunity to bypass undergraduate coursework saving money and time, while still achieving their academic goals. CLEP是最被广泛接受的学分考试项目，用于评估通过先前的学习和生活经验获得的大学水平的知识. More than 2,900 colleges and universities award college credit for passing CLEP scores.
Triton students and students attending outside universities or colleges are welcome to take the CLEP exam at Triton College. Qualifying scores may vary by institution and exam. Candidates are encouraged to check with their credit-granting institution to verify that the exam will meet their curriculum needs.
In order to earn credits at Triton College for your qualifying CLEP score you must be a current student enrolled in credit classes.
Please click the button below for more information regarding CLEP registration, test day information, and exam titles accepted at Triton College:
DSST
DSSTs(以前的DANTES学科标准化考试)是一种学分考试，用于衡量从先前学习中获得的知识. DSST计划是一系列广泛的38门大学学科领域的考试，与大学课程的期末或课程结束考试相当. DSSTs offer students a cost-effective, time-saving way to accomplish their educational goals. More than 2,000 colleges and universities recognize the DSST program and award college credit for passing scores.
Prior to taking any DSST exam, candidates are encouraged to check with their credit-granting institution to verify that the exam will meet their curriculum needs.
Test Preparation
Visit the DSST website at getcollegecredit.com for review materials.
Registration and Payment
Test candidates should call the Testing Center at 708-456-0300, X-3252 to check if their specific DSST subject exam is available. To take a DSST exam, you must schedule an appointment at the Triton College Testing Center and pay for exams. Exams are two hours in length and are computer-based. 请在预约时间前15分钟到达考场，向出纳付款并到考试中心(A-126室)登记。.
Exam Fees
- Candidates must make two payments to take a DSST exam.
- Pay the exam fee of $85 per test (paid at the time you take your exam; credit or debit card only).
- Pay the administrative fee of $20 per test (payable to Triton College by cash, credit card, check, or money order). Payment is made to the cashier before checking in at the Testing Center front desk (A-126).
Members of the military can visit www.getcollegecredit.com for exam fee and funding information.
What to bring to the test
In addition to exam fees, a valid photo ID is required. Acceptable identification includes driver’s licenses, state/military IDs, or a current passport. All testing supplies will be provided. If you have previously taken a DSST exam, you will need to know your user ID and password prior to arriving to take your test.
Test Scores/Requesting Credit
Candidates will receive immediate test results by viewing their unofficial score report at the end of the testing session. Test results can also be viewed at http://getcollegecredit.com/scores_transcripts by entering the username and password created when the test was taken.
If you want an official transcript of your scores sent to a college or university, you must provide the correct DSST code number of the school on your answer sheet at the time you take the exam. Prior to taking your exam, go to http://getcollegecredit.com/institutions/search/ to find the DSST code number for the school where you would like your score report sent.
If no code is entered at the time of testing, there is a charge of a $30 transcript fee to send scores to your college.
In order to earn credits for your qualifying DSST exam score at Triton College, Triton大学考试中心必须收到DSST的官方成绩单，候选人必须填写一份通用请愿书. Petitions can be obtained from the Testing Center or the Welcome Center and should be submitted to the Testing Center.
Retest Policy
Candidates must wait 90 days from their last test date to retest on the same DSST title(s). Any attempts to retest on the same title in less than the specified time will automatically generate an invalid score report.
TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills Information)
Test is administered in-person at the Triton College Testing Center, Room A-126 (Learning Resource Center)
Applicants for admission to the Triton College Nursing & Allied Health programs are welcome to take the TEAS. Test candidates from other institutions are also welcome to register for the TEAS at Triton College.
The TEAS consists of four parts (Reading, Mathematics, Science and English/Language Usage) and the total test time is 209 minutes. Triton College Testing Center is administering the computer-based ATI TEAS exam on-campus, and dates are available on the ATI TEAS website – follow the steps below to register.
Please click the button below for more information on registering, review materials and Triton’s retest policy:
WorkKeys
WorkKeys is a series of exams used to measure skills for various job-related proficiencies and requirements, including the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC). Testing requires a physical, current and valid government or state issued photograph identification card (driver's license, state ID, passport, etc.).
Note: Test takers will need to know which specific WorkKeys subjects they need to complete. If unsure, test takers should contact their organization/company prior to their test date for clarification.
Triton charges a fee for each WorkKeys subject test. Test candidates should check in at the Testing Center front desk on the day of their exam for specific payment instructions.
WorkKeys Fees
- Applied Math ($27.00)
- Workplace Documents ($27.00)
- Graphic Literacy ($27.00)
- Business Writing ($35.00)
National Career Readiness Certificate
To receive the National Career Readiness Certificate, test takers need to earn qualifying scores in three subjects: Applied Math, Workplace Documents, and Graphic Literacy. Additional information on NCRC.
Review Materials
WorkKeys Preparation materials. For additional information about WorkKeys preparation materials, call WorkKeys customer service at 800-967-5539.
Test Scores
Score reports are available at the end of your testing session (except for Business Writing). Score reports are also available at myworkkeys.com. Check with your company/organization for qualifying scores. Business Writing scores are available approximately three to 5 days after the date of testing.
完成国家职业准备证书测试包并获得合格分数的考生可以在以下网站获得他们的NCRC证书 myworkkeys.com approximately one week after the date of testing.
Retest Policy
Test takers are eligible to retest after 30 days.