Testing Center

• Submit placement documents to admissions@bigbend.edu for processing.
• Once we receive your documents, it takes approximately 3-5 business days to process placement scores.  Be sure to submit documents at least three business days before your scheduled New Student Registration session. Please note that you may not be able to register for certain classes without placement scores in the system.
• Once processed, you can review your placement scores by logging into Degree Audit with your BBCC SID and global PIN (your 6-digit date of birth, formatted MMDDYY).

See COVID-19 Temporary Placement

See Temporary Math Placement Test Instructions

• Submit placement documents to admissions@bigbend.edu for processing.
• Once we receive your documents, it takes approximately 3-5 business days to process placement scores.  Be sure to submit documents at least three business days before your scheduled New Student Registration session. Please note that you may not be able to register for certain classes without placement scores in the system.
• Once processed, you can review your placement scores by logging into Degree Audit with your BBCC SID and global PIN (your 6-digit date of birth, formatted MMDDYY).

See Alternative Placement Options Here.

Appointments for testing are currently unavailable and restarting is yet to be determined.

Please see above items for testing options (COVID-19 Temporary Placement, Temporary Math Placement Test, and Alternative Placement Options)

Fee $20 ($10 English, $10 math) (pay at Business Office in 1400 building)

Placement testing helps determine your readiness for college classes. BBCC uses the ACCUPLACER exam for placement. The test will help advisors and students select the appropriate classes in math and English. This test is also used to qualify for the Running Start program.

The placement test can be taken two times in a 12 month period, so come prepared to do your best. Placement test are not timed, so schedule your time accordingly (approximately 1-3 hours). Math scores are valid for a two year period and English scores are valid for five years. If you have not registered for a math or English class by that time, you will need to retest.

If you require an accommodation, please contact the Disabled Services Coordinator at (509) 793-2027 prior to scheduling your appointment.

Study for MATH –

• bigbend.edu/mathvideos
• mathhelp.com/accuplacer-math-test-prep/
• collegeboard.com/accuplacer and see the free Accuplacer Web-Based Study App

Study for ENGLISH – Workshops are available. Contact the following to schedule:

• Dawnne Ernette (509) 793-2360 DawnneE@bigbend.edu

Anyone interested in discussing their English results and possible retakes should contact Dawnne Ernette listed above. 

Placement Test Procedures:

• Tests are offered various days and times by appointment. Call the Testing Center (509) 793-2064 or stop by in person to schedule.
• Pay the appropriate fee ($10.00 for math, $10.00 for English) prior to the test at the Business Office in the 1400 building. If you have not pre-paid for the test, plan to arrive 15 minutes early so you can be at the testing center on time. Having your social security number will aid in assigning you a student identification number.
• You MUST bring your photo ID and receipt of payment to your testing appointment.

Test Results –

• Both math and English results are available at the completion of the test
• WE RELEASE PLACEMENT RESULTS ONLY to the person taking the exam or with written authorization from that person. We cannot release exam scores over the telephone.

Resumes January 2021, use contact information above to make an appointment.

Appointments for testing are currently unavailable and restarting is yet to be determined.

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 to the Testing Center prior to scheduling an appointment. Contact the Testing Center at (509) 793-2064 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 take practice tests, schedule the actual tests, reschedule or cancel if needed, pay for the tests, check your scores, and change your profile information.

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 preparation classes are available through BBCC’s ABE/GED program. Please contact (509) 793-2301 for additional information.

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.

For GED® records from states other than Washington State.
For GED® records taken in the military or overseas.

If you have questions about this information, please contact the Testing Center at (509) 793-2064.

Fees for MOS:

BBCC students – no fee for MOS students in BIM classes.

Non-BBCC students – $25 per test, including retakes (pay at Business Office in the 1400 building)

Fees for MTA:

Proctor fee – $25 (pay at Business Office in the 1400 building)

Must purchase exam voucher at www.Certiport.com.

The Washington State Library and BBCC are working together to provide Microsoft Office exams at a greatly reduced cost. MOS 2013 and 2016 are available. You must have BBCC instructor approval or be able to provide proof of registration in the Microsoft IT Academy prior to scheduling a testing appointment. Contact BBCC Library (509) 793-2350 regarding Microsoft IT Academy study materials.

Scheduling

Contact the Testing Center (509) 793-2064 to schedule your test appointment. Prior to test day, set up your Certiport account at www.certiport.com. If taking an MTA exam, you must also purchase your exam voucher at the website.

Accommodations
Candidates applying for accommodations must submit an Exam Accommodation Request Form (see www.certiport.com) for instructions prior to scheduling an appointment. Follow the instructions to ensure proper processing of your request. 

Test Day Instructions

Bring your current government issued photo identification that matches your Certiport profile, your Certiport username and password, and your receipt of the proctor fee payment (if applicable).

Retake Policy

If a candidate does not receive a passing score on the first attempt, he/she must wait a minimum of 24 hours before retaking the exam. After the second and any subsequent attempt, the candidate must wait a minimum of 48 hours before retaking.

Scores

Immediately following your testing session, you will receive a copy of your score as well as information about the passing standard for each particular exam. 

Fees:

BBCC exams – no fee

Proctor fee for all other exams – $25 (pay Business Office in 1400 building)

Note: WGU pays for the student proctor fee.

Testing services are provided for BBCC make-up and accommodated exams, distance learning exams from other colleges and universities, and other agencies as requested.

Proctored exams are given by appointment. Schedule by calling the Testing Center at (509) 793-2064. It is the student’s responsibility to contact their instructor or college and have the exam sent to the Testing Center. Be sure to confirm that the exam and proctor instructions have arrived prior to your testing appointment. You must bring photo identification and receipt of payment (if required) to your testing appointment.

Resumed since December 2020, use the contact information to make an appointment

Proctor Fee: $25 (pay at Business Office, 1400 building).

Exam Fee: $71 + tax. Testing fee will be paid directly to ATI at the time of appointment at BBCC, bring a debit or credit card for this transaction.

Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is used as a scoring component for application to the BBCC Nursing Program. This is a computer-based test lasting approximately 4 hours. It contains subtests in English, math, science, and reading. 

Scheduling procedures

• TEAS testing is available by appointment only. Call the Testing Center (509) 793-2064 for dates and to schedule an appointment. March dates can fill up early, so don’t wait to call!
• Exam can be taken two times per year and the scores are valid for one year. The Nursing Department does not recommend retesting, but you can retake after one month. The two scores are averaged.
• Prior to test day, go to atitesting.com to create an account (username/password only).

Test Day Information

• Plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to test time.
• No late admission allowed once the test has started.
• Plan on approximately 4 hours to take the test.
• A current government-issued photo identification and receipt of $25 proctor fee payment are required, no exceptions.
• Bring your ATI account username and password which will be needed to log into the exam.
• Bring your credit/debit card to pay the test fee at login.
• Calculators are prohibited. Scratch paper and pencil will be provided.