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Assessment and Testing Centers

The Assessment and Testing Centers unit welcomes you! We offer information to students and faculty on a variety of testing services. The Centers provide a secure and accessible environment for testing services. Submitting an exam request and completing an academic exam can be stressful. The materials and the resources available on this page should provide guidance to complete these tasks successfully.  

Our contact information is available at the bottom of this page for students and faculty. You can contact us live via Zoom office hours, via email or phone, or by visiting one of the campus centers.

Academic Testing

This section is for faculty and currently enrolled students looking for assistance with in-person and online testing services. The Centers work closely with Disability Support Services to provide most required testing accommodations.

Students with approved accommodations should also review this section to complete class exams.

Academic Testing

What follows are information and resources for faculty and enrolled students on a variety of testing services: in-person testing services, online testing services, and testing with accommodations for students with approved disabilities.

Faculty and students should carefully review all information and resources on` this page. If you have any questions about testing services, please contact us during Zoom office hours, via email at AcademicTesting@montgomerycollege.edu, or by visiting one of the centers. Our contact information is available at the bottom of this page. 

Students with Documented Disabilities

If you are a student who needs accommodations related to your disability, you should contact Disability Support Services before scheduling an exam.

Before scheduling an appointment for testing, students must talk to their professor to ensure all approved accommodations have been included in the test request.

Testing Services Platforms

Assessment and Testing Centers provide in-person and online testing services. We use the RegisterBlast platform to process in-person testing. For online testing services, faculty and students will utilize the ProctorU platform. Both platforms are integrated with Blackboard. Faculty will decide which format works best for their students. Which platform is better for you? To help you decide, please review this document table comparing both formats. 

To help you decide, please review this document comparing both formats (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window) .

Testing Services Options

Assessment and Testing Centers assist faculty and students with in-person and on-line testing services. For those interested in testing at one of our centers during regular hours, please review the information under In-Person Testing Services below. For those considering online proctoring services, please review the information in the second accordion: Online Testing Services.

In-Person Testing Services

Assessment & Testing Centers will use the RegisterBlast platform for in-person academic testing services. This platform is integrated with Blackboard. Faculty will submit exam requests through their course dashboard in Blackboard.

In-person testing will be available during regular hours of operations Monday through Friday by appointment only. Students will use their course dashboard in Blackboard to access RegisterBlast and schedule an appointment to take their exam at one of the campus testing centers.

Assessment & Testing Centers offer a variety of testing services. To support equitable use of test center resources and space, we ask faculty and students to follow these policies:

  • Priority is given to DSS students with approved accommodations and students who do not have access to reliable technical resources. 
  • Testing labs are considered reduced distraction spaces. Labs are quiet, computer stations have dividers, and if needed, assessment staff can provide ear plugs or noise-cancelling headsets. 
  • Access to private rooms is limited. We use a block schedule to maximize availability. DSS exams with accommodations (I.e., double-time) must be no longer than 4 hours, particularly during peak academic testing periods such as midterms and final exams.
  • Eating and drinking is not allowed in the testing labs. Before testing date, students must have approved accommodations to access food or drinks during testing.
  • External devices including but not limited to laptops, iPods, smartphones, smart watches, are not allowed in the testing lab. 
  • Centers cannot support test requests for entire classes. Centers can support no more than ten (10) non-DSS students per class section, as necessary. 
  • Faculty submitting test requests for multiple classes will need to make exam available at all three campuses and provide a test range of 2-3 days. Encourage students to test at any campus during any available date and time.  
  • Faculty submitting test requests for multiple classes will need to make exam available at all three campuses and provide a test range of 2-3 days. Students should avoid scheduling on one campus, on the same day and time.
  • Test materials must be in digital format. Blackboard exams are preferred. Centers have lockdown tools for Blackboard and ALEKS exams. LanSchool is also used for exams in external platforms. Digital materials facilitate the retrieval process for students and faculty.

In the next sections, RegisterBlast: Students and RegisterBlast: Faculty, there is specific information and resources about RegisterBlast and in-person testing: 

By scheduling an in-person appointment, students will agree to:

  • Testing centers are public, enclosed spaces. We strongly encourage students experiencing any respiratory symptoms, such as coughing or sneezing, to wear a mask while completing their academic exam.
  • Stay home if you are sick and contact your professor for an extension and reschedule your exam.
  • Bring a valid photo ID, such as an MC photo ID, state-issued driver’s license, or a passport. No digital, cell phone images or photocopies of identifications are accepted for testing. If you do not have your ID, you will be required to reschedule your appointment.
  • Store all electronic devices and any personal items in a secure locker prior to testing. These items are not allowed in the testing room. An assessment staff member will provide you with a key and a locker for your personal belongings.
  • Avoid bringing children or guests to your test appointment. They cannot enter the testing lab. Children are not allowed to be unattended outside of the testing center or any other area of the college.
  • Abide by the Montgomery College Student Code of Conduct (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window)
  • Test materials are secured and confidential. Any attempt to record, share and/or discuss test information outside the testing center will be reported to your professor for review. 
  • All tests will be stopped, and all test materials will be collected, 15 minutes before the testing center’s closing time.
  • Students with documented and approved accommodations must talk to their professors about their test accommodations before exam date. Your professor must record your authorized accommodations when they submit their exam request.
  • Students with approved accommodations must arrive 15 minutes earlier to review and confirm all accommodations before testing. 

Students should review these RegisterBlast videos to learn about specific features in the platform:

RegisterBlast is a web-based application that is used to manage faculty test requests and student appointments for in-person testing services. Faculty will link each campus to RegisterBlast once a semester for every course taught. After RegisterBlast is added to their course dashboard, faculty will be able to submit their test requests. Students will use the link to schedule an in-person appointment on any campus.

Assessment and Testing Center staff will receive, review and approve faculty's test requests during regular hours of operation. To support equitable use of test center resources and space, priority is given to DSS students with approved accommodations and students who have issues accessing technical resources. Centers can support no more than ten (10) non-DSS students per class section, as necessary. Faculty should read this document (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window) to learn about the centers’ policies for academic testing 

Once the test request is approved, students can schedule their appointments through their course dashboard in Blackboard. During peak academic testing periods, please allow 48 hours for requests to be approved.

For students with approved accommodations, faculty must include in their test request the student(s) name, M# and all approved accommodations. Students with approved accommodations will not be able to schedule their exam appointments until accommodations are process and confirmed by the DSS office and/or faculty.

Faculty can edit their test requests in RegisterBlast to add missing accommodations, test instructions or materials. Faculty may also email us their revisions at  AcademicTesting@montgomerycollege.edu as soon as possible. 

Faculty should review these RegisterBlast videos to learn about specific features in the platform. 

RegisterBlast Training Sessions

Online Testing Services

Assessment & Testing Centers will begin using ProctorU for online academic testing in Spring 2025. ProctorU is an online remote proctoring tool integrated with Blackboard. Faculty and students will interact directly with ProctorU to submit test materials, schedule appointments, review test reports and session recordings. ProctorU is free to all faculty and students

Faculty teaching SRT, hybrid, blended, evening or weekend courses should consider this tool. The platform can provide services to large number of students, offers flexible appointments to meet student’s hectic work and school schedules, including late evenings and weekends. ProctorU also provides 24/7 technical support.

This platform provides limited options for DSS accommodations. Students with unique accommodations should work with the DSS office and Assessment and Testing Centers to program an exam session

In the next section, ProctorU Students and ProctorU: Faculty, there is specific information and resources about ProctorU and online proctoring.

By scheduling an online appointment, MC students will agree to abide by the Montgomery College Student Code of Conduct (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window) and to follow these testing requirements:

Whether you have a live proctor or not does not change what is allowed during your exam. 

  • If you have a live proctor, he or she may intervene upon any actions or behaviors that are not allowed.
  • If you do not have a live proctor, your actions and behaviors are being monitored by the ProctorU Platform and will be reviewed by a professional proctor and/or your instructor. 

Actions and behaviors that will be flagged during an exam: 

  • Talking aloud: Unless you have an approved accommodation, talking or whispering aloud during the exam is not permitted.
  • Being out of camera view: Your face, chin to forehead, needs to be in the camera view at all times.
  • Anyone entering your testing area: You may not have anyone else in your testing location with you.
  • Anyone talking to you while you are in your testing area: Additional noises, including other people talking to you, while you’re in your exam are not allowed.
  • Looking off-screen: If you are not allowed any materials, your eyes should stay on the screen at all times while testing.
  • Utilizing materials that are not allowed: You are only allowed the materials your instructor allows. 
  • Taking pictures or screenshots of the exam: Taking pictures while in your exam, including screenshots, is not permitted. If you’re on a Mac and have a live human proctored launch, your proctor will even turn off the ability to use your keyboard screenshot hotkeys.
  • Copying and pasting any elements of the exam: In most cases, ProctorU will not allow you to copy and paste any content from your exam. Regardless of whether you can or cannot perform this function, ProctorU will capture all events of copy and paste that occur
  • Utilizing a virtual machine: Virtual machines can be detected through the pre-exam system check and are not permitted. 
  • Utilizing a secondary monitor: You are only allowed to use one monitor attached to one computer during your exam. 
  • Your instructor may specify additional actions/behaviors that are not permitted during your exam. These actions will be explained to you during the portion of the exam launch process when you must agree to the exam rules. 
  • To ensure security across exams, there are some types of locations that you will not be permitted to test from (unless your instructor has provided ProctorU with an accommodation request): 
    • Bathroom/restroom
    • Floor
    • Public areas with other individuals like Coffee Shops
    • Outdoors/parks
    • Bed
    • Sofa
    • Automobile
    • A room with a clear glass wall
  • You should be seated at a hard surface like a desk or table, and preferably with your back to the main room entrance. Standing desks will not be permitted.
  • Scan of the testing area. This is a test security step to ensure there is nothing in the room that could interrupt or jeopardize the integrity of the test session. 

IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The following items will be required to complete your exam.

  • A printed copy of your booking confirmation email.
  • Valid non-expired government-issued photo ID with signature (e.g., driver’s license, passport, etc.)
  • A current Montgomery College Student ID
  • The first and last name on the confirmation notice must match the first and last name on your identification exactly.  Avoid using nicknames during registration
  • Permitted current photo IDs:
    • Driver’s license  
    • Immigration card  
    • Passport/US Passport Card  
    • State/National ID Card
    • Temporary government-issued ID
    • Military IDs
    • Tribal or Native American government-issued ID  

IDs explicitly not accepted:

    • Digital IDs
    • Social Security Card 
    • Birth Certificate
    •  Debit/Credit cards/Checks
    • Photo or photocopy of IDs will not be accepted
  •  Students must notify their professor about any physical ID, private space, or room scan issues before the session begins. Faculty can write instructions to the online proctor regarding alternate solutions. Online proctors may suspend the test session if no alternative solutions have been provided by the faculty. 
  • Students with approved accommodations must talk to their professors about their test accommodations before exam date. Your professor will confirm that your test accommodations have been included in the exam request.

Students should review these ProctorU materials to learn about specific features in the platform:

ProctorU offers automated and live proctoring modalities. For technical issues, faculty should contact our ProctorU faculty representative. Assesment staff can provide this information. 

For technical issues with Blackboard, faculty should send a ticket to IT: itservicedesk@montgomerycollege.edu. 

During an exam session, students should use the tech support available during the session. If the exam session is over, students should email their professor for assistance.

Students with Documented Disabilities

ProctorU can accommodation some DSS accommodations such as double-time. Here is a video with instructions on how to complete this request: Requesting Test Taker Accommodations. ProctorU also has this page to submit accommodations requests Accommodations Request Form. 

Disability and Support Services provides guidance on approved accommodations: DSS Faculty/Staff Guidelines.

Students with approved accommodations that require alternate testing formats should consider taking their exams at an Assessment and Testing Center. 

Faculty should review these ProctorU materials to learn about specific features in the platform:

Video from ProctorU Training on February 17, 2025

Montgomery College Meazure Learning Faculty Training Questions (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window) , February 17, 2025

 

Additional Testing

The Additional Testing section provides information on a variety of assessments including but not limited to CLEP, GED, and TEAS.  The Centers also work closely with Disability Support Services to provide most required testing accommodations for these assessments.

In the next sections, there is specific information, links and resources for each type of test.

The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) gives students the opportunity to receive college credit for what they already know by earning qualifying scores on any of the 33 exams that are offered. MC does not provide credit for all exams.  See the list of CLEP exams and MC course equivalencies.

Montgomery College offers this CLEP format:

CLEP In-Person
CLEP exams are administered by appointment at all three Montgomery College campus Assessment & Testing Centers.

For more information and to register for the CLEP, visit Register for College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Exams.

The Montgomery College CLEP Code is 5440 (for reporting scores to Montgomery College).

Students with Documented Disabilities
If you need testing accommodations, please contact Natalie Martinez (Disability Support Services) at 240-567-4118 or natalie.martinez@montgomerycollege.edu. Please allow up to 2 weeks to make arrangements.

What to Bring on Test Day

  • Your CLEP Registration Ticket. This is accessible in your College Board account. You must bring your ticket or you will not be able to test.
  • Proof of identity with a valid, current (not expired) photo ID. Temporary receipts, photocopies or cell phone images are not accepted. Examples of accepted IDs include:
    • Government-issued ID
    • State-issued driver's license or MVA ID card with photo
    • Current passport
    • Active military photo ID

What Not to Bring on Test Day
Leave the following items at home or in your car, as they are not permitted in the exam room:

  • Additional apparel: This includes, but is not limited to, jackets, coats, hats and sunglasses.  Discretionary allowances are made for religious apparel. All apparel is subject to inspection by the proctor.
  • Personal items: These include, but are not limited to, purses, computer bags, backpacks, and duffel bags.
  • Electronics: These include, but are not limited to, cell phones, smart phones, beepers/pagers, calculators, and digital or smart watches.
  • Food or drink: This is only permitted as a documented, medically necessary accommodation.
  • Testing proctors will ask applicants to place personal items in a locker. A locker and key will be provided.

What to Expect on Test Day

  • Testing staff will check your photo ID and review testing procedures with you.
  • Physically present proctors in the room will monitor for irregular behavior. Any misconduct or disruption will lead to dismissal and is reported to College Board. 
  • The proctor will provide you with scratch paper for use during the exam. All paper, in its entirety, must be returned to the proctor at the end of the testing session.
  • Scheduled rest breaks are not provided. If you must briefly leave the testing room for an unscheduled break, you will not be given extra time to complete the exam. 
  • If, during the exam, you have a technical issue with your computer, a testing-room issue, or for any reason need the proctor, raise your hand.

Need additional assistance?

Montgomery College administers Version 7 of the TEAS.

All applicants who are interested in applying to any of the following health sciences programs at MC should register to take the ATI TEAS: Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Physical Therapy Assistant. 

MC applicants should select "TEAS for Nursing" when registering to take the TEAS. TEAS scores are good for 24 months.

TEAS is available in two formats:

  • TEAS at ATI (Remote Proctored TEAS)
    • ATI schedules and remotely proctors the TEAS.
    • Applicants create an account and register directly with ATI at https://www.atitesting.com. Montgomery College does not process registration or payment for this test. 
    • Choose "Remote Online" on the ATI registration page. Here is a video with a demonstration.
    • When applicants complete their TEAS assessment, scores are available in their ATI account for printing and attaching to applications.
    • Applicants may request ATI to send a transcript of scores to the health science program of their choice. The registration fee includes one free transcript.
    • You must work directly with ATI to arrange authorized accommodations and resolve any testing issues. 
    • The cost is $120 per applicant. 
  • TEAS at Montgomery College
    • In-person TEAS appointments are available at MC Assessment & Testing Centers.
    • Applicants create an account and register directly with ATI at http://www.atitesting.com. Montgomery College does not process registration or payment for this test.
    • Choose "In-Person" on the ATI registration page. Here is a video with a demonstration.
    • Applicants may view their TEAS score report in their ATI account for printing and attaching to applications.
    • For general information, visit the webpage TEAS Resources. 
    • The cost is $107 per applicant.

 Students with Documented Disabilities

  • Registered Montgomery College students can receive accommodations through the Montgomery College DSS department.
    • To register at MC, follow the instructions in this webpage: Getting Started: How to Apply and Register. 
    • Review the information on the DSS webpage and complete the online intake form.
    • Let the counselor know that you would like to schedule a TEAS exam.
    • Your DSS counselor will coordinate with the Assessment & Testing Centers about your accommodations for the TEAS. 
    • If one of your accommodations is for a reduced distraction environment or private room, we recommend that you register to take TEAS at the Rockville campus
  • If you are not a registered Montgomery College student, please to go to the ATI Website for more information on setting up your accommodations directly with ATI.

What to Bring on Test Day

  • Applicants must provide proof of identity with a current (not expired) photo ID. Temporary receipts, photocopies or cell phone images are not accepted. Examples of accepted IDs include:
    • Montgomery College ID
    • Government-issued ID
    • State-issued driver's license or MVA ID card with photo
    • Current passport
    • Active military photo ID
  • ATI log-in information: Please bring your ATI log-in information. You will need to create a student account at www.atitesting.com prior to test day. ATI will send you a confirmation email with your log-in information. Bring that email to your test appointment at MC.  Test-takers who do NOT have their ATI username and password will not be able to take the exam.

What Not to Bring on Test Day

Leave the following items at home or in your car, as they are not permitted in the exam room:

  • Additional apparel: This includes, but is not limited to, jackets, coats, hats and sunglasses.  Discretionary allowances are made for religious apparel. All apparel is subject to inspection by the proctor.
  • Personal items: These include, but are not limited to, purses, computer bags, backpacks, and duffel bags.
  • Electronics: These include, but are not limited to, cell phones, smart phones, beepers/pagers, calculators, and digital or smart watches.
  • Food or drink: This is only permitted as a documented, medically necessary accommodation.
  • Testing proctors will ask applicants to place personal items in a locker. A locker and key will be provided. 

What to Expect on Test Day

  • Testing staff will check your photo ID and review testing requirements and procedures with you.
  • Physically present proctors in the room will monitor for irregular behavior. Any misconduct or disruption will lead to dismissal and your exam will not be scored. 
  • The proctor will provide you with scratch paper for use during the exam. Scratch paper is not to be used before the exam or during breaks. All paper, in its entirety, must be returned to the proctor at the end of the testing session.
  • After the Mathematics section, you make take a 10-minute break. During the break, DO NOT access any personal items. 
  • If you need to leave your seat at any time other than the scheduled break, raise your hand for the proctor. Time for the exam section will not stop. Lost time cannot be made up.
  • If, during the exam, you have a technical issue with your computer, or for any reason need the proctor, raise your hand.
  • Test challenges or testing-room complaints should be reported to the proctor before leaving the room on exam day.

Need additional assistance? Contact the Assessment & Testing Centers by email at AssessmentCenters@montgomerycollege.edu.

Students interested in taking the GED® test at Montgomery College should complete the following steps:

Step 1: Review Maryland State GED® Testing Requirements

  • You must be a Maryland state resident to take the GED® Test in Maryland
  • You must be at least 19 years old, or have officially withdrawn from High School by submitting a Withdrawal/Exception Form to the Maryland GED® Office.
  • Visit the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation website for state requirements and forms: GED® Test Informationnew window
  • Note: Non-state residents cannot complete the GED® test in Maryland

Step 2: Create a GED® Account to Schedule an Appointment Online

  • Visit GEDnew window to create your profile. If needed, request testing accommodations directly with GED®
  • Schedule your appointment and the exam modules you want to complete; recommendation: no more than two modules per appointment
  • Select Montgomery College for your appointment; available testing dates and times will appear depending on your campus selection.
  • Note: All scheduling is coordinated directly with GED®, not Montgomery College

Step 3: Attend and Complete Your GED® Appointment

  • Report to the Montgomery College Assessment Center where you appointment is schedule at least 15 minutes beforehand.
  • Bring an accepted, current form of identification to your GED® test appointment:
    • Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration driver’s license, learner’s permit or identification card, or a current active duty military identification card, a valid passport and a second document such as a recent utility bill, phone bill, bank statement, cable bill, or lease agreement.  
    • Note: Out of state licenses or expired documents will not be accepted. There are no ID waivers.

Information and Resources for Students Interested in PREPARING for the GED® test

What is the GED® Test?

The General Educational Development (GED®) test is completed on the computer, and covers four subjects in four separate exam modules
The GED® exam modules are:

  • Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA): 155 minutes
  • Mathematical Reasoning: 120 minutes
  • Science: 95 minutes
  • Social Studies: 75 minutes

With the exception of the RLA exam, GED® exam modules can completed in English or Spanish. Exam items include multiple choice, short response, fill-in-the blank, drop-down, drag-and-drop, and extended response.

What Is a Passing Score on the GED® Test?  

The GED® test has a passing score of 145 for each module. To earn your Maryland high school equivalency, you will need to score 145 on all four modules.
Students who achieve a score of 165 or higher in the Reasoning Through Language Arts and/or Mathematical Reasoning modules are eligible to enroll in college-level English and mathematics courses at Montgomery College.

More information about GED® score levels can be found online: GED Test Scoresnew window

How Can I Prepare for my GED® Test?  

Montgomery College GED® Test Prep:

Additional Questions?

Contact Information

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  • Monday through Friday: 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Email us your testing inquiries

AssessmentCenters@montgomerycollege.edu. 

Email us your testing services inquiries: AssessmentCenters@montgomerycollege.edu

Hours of Operation

 
June–September  October–December  January–February  March–May 
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 		 Monday, Thursday and Friday 
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 		 Monday through Friday 
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 		 Monday, Thursday and Friday 
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
  Tuesday and Wednesday 
10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. 		   Tuesday and Wednesday 
10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Upcoming Schedule Changes:

  • First Thursday of the Month: Staff meeting. Limited services from 8:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
  • Spring Break Week: Monday, March 17; Tuesday, March 18; Thursday, March 20, 2025: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Staff Enrichment Day: March 19, 2025: Centers CLOSED
  • Spring Break: March 21, 2025: COLLEGE CLOSED 

*Please continue to monitor this page for changes in hours of operation and services.

Locations

Germantown

Dr. DeRionne P. Pollard Student Affairs and Science Bldg (SA) 132
240-567-7739

Rockville

Long Nguyen and Kimmy Duong Student Svcs Ctr (SV) 405
240-567-7459

Takoma Park/Silver Spring

Nunley Student Svcs. Bldg (ST) 323B
240-567-1555

Do you need a campus map? Try this page: MC Campuses and Locations.

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