• See instructions for Steps Before Placement Testing.
• See what to bring on test day.

• COMPASS: An un timed, computerized test for English and Math course placement. Use of a non-programmable calculator is allowed. No appointment needed. First come, first served seating with receipt and photo ID anytime during COMPASS hours listed on the testing calendar. Most people take 2 to 2 1/2 hours to complete the test. (For more information and sample questions, see the COMPASS web page.)
• ESL/COMPASS: The version of COMPASS for students whose native language is not English, providing English or ESL and Math course placement. High achievement can place students into college level courses. Includes listening component. As with the COMPASS, no appointment is needed and the test is un timed.(For more information and sample questions, see the ESL/COMPASS web page.)
• GED: A series of five paper/pencil/pen tests leading to the GED Certificate. For more information and practice tests, see the GED web page. Schedule your test by calling 206-768-6767.
• Chemistry: For placement into CHEM 140. Allow one hour. Test given by appointment. Call 206-768-6767.

Exam Proctoring:

• Exam Proctoring at Student Assessment Services:

  • Students taking courses through SSCC, SCCC, and NSCC:  see Academic Programs/Test Proctoring Center below.

  For other local students taking correspondence or long-distance courses, Student Assessment Services (SAS) provides Exam Proctoring (paper or computerized).

  Most Thursday afternoons are dedicated to Exam Proctoring;  verify on the Testing Calendar.   Other appointments are available.  Call Sharon Dorman, 206-768-6767, or e-mail at sdorman@sccd.ctc.edu  to schedule or arrange an appointment, or for added information. The current proctoring fee is $15 per two hours, determined by the time limit of the exam.

  Students are responsible for notifying the institution that SAS will be proctoring their exam and for arranging the delivery of the exam to SAS. 

  This proctor information will be requested by the sending institution:
  Proctors:
  Sharon Dorman, Deborah (Debbie) Anway, Carol L. Williams
  Address: 
                 South Seattle Community College
                 Student Assessment Services
                 6000 16th Ave SW,  RSB 76
                 Seattle   WA  98106-1499
  Phone: 206-768-6767
  Fax:     206-768-6766
  E-mail: sdorman@sccd.ctc.edu

• Academic Programs/ Test Proctoring Center:
  Test Proctoring Center is available to all students attending South Seattle Community College who need to take a test for an online or in-person course.
  
  Contact your instructor to ensure that your test will be ready for you in the Proctoring Center. Students may drop in anytime during the scheduled hours and appointments are not necessary. Please arrive early enough to complete your test prior to closing time of the proctoring room. 
  
  Hours and location of Academic Test Proctoring on the SSCC campus:
  Monday – Friday                    7AM – 10AM              UNI 101 A
  Wednesday & Thursday         1 PM –  4 PM             UNI 101 A
  Monday & Tuesday                5PM – 8PM                UNI 101 A
  Saturday                               9AM – 12AM              UNI 101 A
  
  For questions, please contact the Academic Center office at (206) 768-6600