Testing Center

PLEASE READ

The BBCC Testing Center is going through a transition period and some services have changed or are temporarily unavailable. Please see below for more details and check this webpage regularly for updates. Thank you for your patience during this time.

  • If you need to schedule, Pearson VUE, PSI (Talogy), or WSDA proctored exam, or a proctored exam for a college/business other than BBCC, please visit the appropriate testing company’s website for information on how to schedule your exam at the next closest testing site or how to test online. 

PLACEMENT AT BBCC

  • Placement in math and English is an important step to ensure you are in courses that are best for you.

    • At BBCC, the first step to establishing your placement is to complete the Placement Evaluation Request (PER) form. The PER will guide you through a series of questions about the college and high school math and English courses you have taken and your high school GPA, estimating your placement based on your answers.

      You will need:

      • Your BBCC student ID(included in your BBCC welcome letter)
      • Your high school transcript, if less than 2 years since graduation OR
      • A copy of your GED, SBAC, SAT, or ACT math and or English scores with your full name included on the documentation
    • Once you have submitted all required information, BBCC staff will determine your official math and/or English placement and email you about how to to access your scores and information about alternative placement options, if necessary.
    • Please allow 5 to 7 business days* for processing before your scheduled New Student Enrollment session. *During peak months (May-Sept.), placement evaluation can take up to 2 weeks, so submit information as early as possible! NOTE: You will not be able to enroll in some courses without placement. 
  •  See Placement Options here

CLEP

CLEP is currently available at Big Bend Testing Center or online. Please visit CLEP College Board test scheduling webpage to pay and register for your exam before scheduling with the Testing Center.

  • To schedule a CLEP test at the Testing Center please email TestingCenter@BigBend.edu for more information or to schedule an appointment.
  • Online (remote proctoring) – click here for more information

GED

The GED is a high school equivalency exam and measures academic achievement and college readiness for those who did not complete high school. Earning a GED may provide you with better job opportunities and may also help you qualify for financial aid for college.

Who Is Eligible to Test?

  • You are at least 16 years old. If you are under 19 years of age, you will need to provide the Approval to Test Form completed by your last high school attended, or local high school or school district office where you currently reside. If you are under 19 and were home schooled, you will need the completed abovementioned form or provide the Notarized Statement/Letter for Home School Students. One of these forms must be submitted prior to scheduling an appointment. Contact Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) Department at (509) 793-2304 or email BEdAinfo@bigbend.edu for information.
  • You have NOT received a high school diploma and are not currently enrolled in high school
  • Washington state residency is required for testing. You must bring current, Washington State government issued identification which includes your name, address, date of birth, signature, and photo.

Scheduling Information

  • Scheduling is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Go to ged.com or call (877) 392-6433 to set up your account and get started. Once you have set up an account, you can:
      • Practice tests
      • Schedule tests, reschedule or cancel if needed
      • Pay for the tests
      • Check your scores
      • Change your profile information.
      • You may also register by calling the Call Center at (877) 392-6433.

Accommodations

Once registered at www.MyGed.com, select “yes” when asked if you intend to apply for testing accommodations based upon a documented disability. Once selecting “yes”, candidates will receive an email with specific information on where to submit their accommodations request. You will be notified in writing of the accommodations decision, usually within 30 days.

Study Resources

GED study resources through PrepStep are also available at the BBCC Library.

Transcripts

Washington State is no longer accepting paper/written requests for GED records. Request transcripts at www.MyGed.com. For records prior to 2014, you do NOT need to create an account. Click on the “get transcript” tab and follow the directions.

BBCC Proctored Exams

Services for BBCC accommodated and make-up exams are available at no cost. It is the student’s responsibility to contact their instructor to have exam materials, including special instructions, sent to the proper test proctor. Exam materials must be provided before the test appointment. Students must provide photo identification to the test proctor before they are allowed to start the exam. Schedule appointments as follows:

  • If you are a BBCC student and need accommodations for scheduling a test, please email your request to BBCC Accommodation & Accessibility Services at aas@bigbend.edu 1-2 business days in advance of your test date/time. Please include your name, student ID, class information (including class meeting date and time), and instructor name in your email.
  • If you are a BBCC student or faculty member and need to schedule a make-up test, please email the BBCC Library at librarymail@bigbend.edu and a Library staff member will connect with you for more details. 

TEAS Testing

TEAS testing is now available at the BBCC Testing Center! Please email testingcenter@bigbend.edu for more information or to schedule an appointment.