Testing Services

Testing Services provides secure and professional testing for Kish students and community residents while adhering to all standards set forth by the National College Testing Associations Professional Standards and Guidelines.

Exams Available

• ACCUPLACER placement test — Students wishing to take placement exams must schedule an appointment in Student Services by contacting 815-825-9375. Students who are retesting should contact Testing Services at 815-825-9841 or testingservices@kish.edu to schedule a retest. Due to COVID-19, Kishwaukee College is administering Accuplacer both in-person and remotely through Zoom.  The Pre-Testing Services Information Sheet will provide important steps before your testing appointment.
• ASE Student Certification
• CLEP
• Illinois High School Equivalency Exams (GED)
• Illinois Licensure Testing System/Evaluation Systems Exams: register at www.il.nesinc.com 
• Illinois Nurse Aide Competency Exam
• Kishwaukee coursework exams (make-up, accommodations)
• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
• Paramedic Capstone Exam
• Pearson VUE
• Proctoring Services for Distance Learning ($20 per exam)
• Proficiency Exams for foreign languages
• SkillsUSA
• TEAS (Test used for admission into the Nursing & Radiography Programs)

 

Important Information to Know Before Testing

• A photo ID is required for all types of testing.
• Tests must be started at least 30 minutes prior to closing and be complete by 10 minutes prior to closing.
• Cell phones, iPods, pagers, other electronic devices, purses, backpacks, hats, and calculator lids are prohibited in testing areas.
• Lockers are provided for storage.