Skills Assessment

Most degree and diploma programs require a placement assessment as part of the admissions process. FVTC administers the ACCUPLACER (Next-Generation), the BENNETT MECHANICAL, and the TEAS. For each test section below, see “PROGRAMS THAT REQUIRE…” to determine which skills assessment is required for your program.

You may possibly have the ACCUPLACER waived if you meet one of the following options:

High school GPA of 2.75 or higher if graduated within the last 10 years. Submit your high school transcript to Admissions.
Previous college credits or completed at least an associate's degree. Submit your college transcript to Admissions for evaluation.
Have taken the Reasoning Through Language Arts and/or Mathematical Reasoning with the 2014 GED series tests; earning a score of 165 or higher and completed within the last 10 years. Submit your score report to Admissions for evaluation.
Completed the ACT, Asset, Companion, or Compass assessments within the last 3 years. Submit your scores to Admissions for evaluation.

Note: ONLY ACCUPLACER scores may be waived. BENNETT MECHANICAL and TEAS are required for the respective programs.

ACCUPLACER (NEXT-GENERATION)

About ACCUPLACER

Accuplacer is a computerized test that evaluates your skills and places you into appropriate level courses. It is an untimed test used to determine students' knowledge in the areas of reading, writing, arithmetic, and quantitative reasoning, algebra, & statistics (QAS). Students take an average of 2 hours to complete.

Programs that require Accuplacer

Most associate degree and technical diploma programs require a skills assessment prior to full admission into the program. Check the Admission Requirements section to see if your program requires a skills assessment.

Check My Program

Fees & Payment

There is a $15 non-refundable fee for taking the ACCUPLACER. Your fees can be paid online via your MyFVTC Account or by mailing a check to:

FVTC—Admissions
1825 N Bluemound Drive
Appleton WI 54912

If you are not able to attend the ACCUPLACER assessment at your scheduled time, you MUST drop the class to receive a refund. If you do not drop the class before the day you are scheduled to test, you are responsible for the fee. You can drop the class through your MyFVTC account or by calling Enrollment Services at least one business day in advance at 920-735-5645.

How to register

If you haven’t already, please submit high school and/or college transcripts to Admissions.

Please follow-up with your advisor or FVTC Admissions for your next steps:

Admissions Center: 920-735-4740 admissionsspecialist@fvtc.edu

Preparing for ACCUPLACER

Several resources and practice tests are available to help you prepare for ACCUPLACER:

College Board Sample Questions

General Math Help

ACCUPLACER Study App

Mometrix Test Prep

FVTC Library Resources – two books available on reserve to study while on the Appleton campus

Union Test Prep

Ed Ready

Day of Assessment

If testing on the Appleton Campus:

Enter at Entrance 4, East parking lot. You will be required to wear a mask (bring your own) at all times. You will also have your temperature taken. Please allow extra time.

After your screening, report to the Testing Center, Room G212 with a current photo ID and two #2 pencils. The name on your photo ID must match the name on the course registration.

Late arrivals will not be accommodated, so be sure to allow enough time to check in prior to your scheduled start time.

All ACCUPLACER sections must be completed in one session.

All materials are provided at the testing session; personal belongings (including calculators) are not allowed in the testing room. You will be provided instructions for the exam process.

ACCUPLACER is not timed, but it typically takes about two hours to complete. Please plan your schedule accordingly.

If testing remotely:
Please follow instructions from your designated proctor.

Re-testing

You will be allowed to re-test only once. All re-test sections must be completed in one session. We recommend 30 days before re-testing to allow yourself time to study. To schedule a re-test, follow the same registration instructions as your initial assessment. Another $15 assessment fee will be charged.

Accessing your scores

At the completion of your assessment you will receive your score report.

If you need to access your scores later, you can access the ACCUPLACER Student Portal.

If you need FVTC to send your scores to another school, employer, etc., complete and submit the Release of Accuplacer Scores form.

Apprenticeships

If you need to take ACCUPLACER for an apprenticeship, please follow the steps below:

Send an email to assessment@fvtc.edu including the following information
- First and Last name
- Indicate you need to test for an apprenticeship
- FVTC Student ID Number. If you don’t have one, create one here.
- Which portions of ACCUPLACER you need to take. If you are unsure, check with your employer.
Staff will contact you to schedule your test using Zoom.
The following items are required test:
- Desktop or laptop computer (tablets and Chromebooks are not supported)
- High-speed internet
- Webcam
- Microphone and speakers
- 2GB or more of RAM

BENNETT MECHANICAL COMPREHENSION TEST® - II

About the BMCT-II

In addition to the ACCUPLACER, some FVTC automotive programs also require the Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test® - II (BMCT-II). This assessment is used to determine your aptitude for learning mechanical skills in your applied mechanical job. It measures a complex set of abilities. Your mechanical knowledge, spatial intelligence, and mechanical reasoning are tested and analyzed. The BMCT-II is a 25-minute timed assessment consisting of 55 multiple-choice questions that represent samples, with illustrations, of frequently encountered mechanical situations. This assessment is offered at the Appleton campus only. All testing is walk-in and is done in the Testing Center in Room G212. Available testing hours for the BMCT-II are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Please note: Hours may vary; please call ahead.

Programs That Require the BMCT-II

The following programs require the Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test® - II:

Automotive Maintenance Technician (TD)
Automotive Technician (TD)
Automotive Technician – Imports (TD)
Automotive Technology (AAS)
Automotive Technology – GM ASEP (AAS)
Automotive Technology – Imports (AAS)

Prepare for Bennett

For a glimpse of what to expect on the Bennett test, watch this YouTube video.

If you have an Android device, this free app is available to download.

Registration & Fees

Complete the steps listed below (in order) at the Appleton campus to register and pay for the Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test® - II

Go to Enrollment Services in person at Entrance 10. They will assist you with:
- Enrolling you into catalog #94602100 for the BMCT-II.
- Processing the payment of your $14 fee for the BMCT-II.
Go to the Testing Center on the second floor; Room G212. They will assist you with:
- Checking in for the exam.
- Providing all necessary directions for the exam.

Note: Please allow yourself at least 45 minutes for enrolling into the applicable classes, paying the fee, checking in at the Testing Center, completing the test, and getting your scores.

Available testing hours for the BMCT-II are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Please note: Hours may vary; please call ahead.

Day of Test

After you have registered and paid at Enrollment Services, go to the Testing Center on the second floor; Room G212.You will need to:

Have a current photo ID with you. It must include your name and a recognizable photo. A driver’s license or government-issued ID is preferred.
Have your FVTC Student ID number with you. It is required to log into the BMCT.
Have your paid $14 receipt with you.

All materials are provided at the testing session; personal belongings are not allowed in the testing room. Lockers are provided, but a quarter is needed (will get back when finished.) You will be provided instructions for the exam process. You will receive a copy of your score report after you complete the test.

Available testing hours for the BMCT-II are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Please note: Hours may vary; please call ahead.

Re-Testing

You will be allowed to re-test only once. Follow the above registration instructions for your re-test. Another $14 assessment fee will be charged.

TEST OF ESSENTIAL ACADEMIC SKILLS (TEAS)

About the TEAS

The Test of Essential Academic Skills, Version 6 (ATI TEAS), measures knowledge in the academic content areas of reading, mathematics, science and English and language usage. The TEAS exam is 170 multiple choice questions and is a timed test lasting a total of 3 hours and 29 minutes.

TEAS format and how the test is scored (PDF)

Programs That Require TEAS

Students applying to the following programs are required to take the ATI TEAS:

Pre-Associate Degree Nursing
Pre-Practical Nursing
LPN-to-ADN Pathway
Paramedic to ADN Pathway
Dental Hygienist programs
Neurodiagnostic Technologist
Medical Lab Technician
Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Veterinary Technician

Fees & Payment

There is a $65 non-refundable fee for taking the TEAS. Your fees can be paid online via your MyFVTC account or by mailing a check to:
   FVTC—Admissions
   1825 N Bluemound Dr.
   Appleton, WI 54912-2277

If you are unable to attend the TEAS at your scheduled time, you MUST drop the class to receive a refund. If you do not drop the class prior to the start of your scheduled test session, you are responsible for the fee. You can drop the class through your MyFVTC account or by calling Enrollment Services at (920) 735-5645.

How to Register

There are two options for you to test:
1. If possible, please take the TEAS remotely. In order to test remotely, you must meet the following technical requirements:

Microphone: Any microphone, either internal or external
Webcam: 320 x 240 VGA resolution (minimum), either internal or external
Desktop or laptop computer (No Chromebooks, iPads, tablets, or phones are to be used) with the ability to download Google Chrome.
Must complete a dry run just prior to the start of your TEAS
Must notify the Assessment Center if you are doing a retest

2. If not possible to test remotely, you may take TEAS on the Appleton campus. However, space is very limited. In order to test on campus, you need to:

Contact the Assessment Center at assessment@fvtc.edu to schedule on individual appointment.
Follow the COVID-19 guidelines: Wear a mask (bring your own) at all times and practice social distancing.

Whichever mode of testing you choose, you will receive an appointment reminder the day prior to your scheduled exam. Please watch your e-mail for that reminder.

You can register online for the REMOTE TEAS by following these simple steps:

Click the Register Now button below to login to your MyFVTC Account using your FVTC ID and password
Select the Manage Classes tile, then Class Search/Add to Cart
Select the appropriate term
Enter "TEAS" in the search box
Select the TEAS that works for your schedule and add to your shopping cart
Finish the registration process from your shopping cart

If you need help with the registration process, please see our helpful how-to-guide (PDF) or contact Enrollment Services at 920-735-5645.

PRIOR to testing, you must also create an ATI Account at www.atitesting.com. ATI Nursing Education is the company that developed the TEAS exam. Please see our TEAS Instructions (PDF) document for information on how to create your ATI account. Bring your ATI User Name and Password to your TEAS exam.

Preparing for the Test

Several resources and practice tests are available to help you prepare for the TEAS. The FVTC library has a limited number of copies of the TEAS Study Guide: https://library.fvtc.edu/TEAS.

If you would like to briefly review any TEAS subject with a tutor, please contact the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) at tlc@fvtc.edu or stop in G200 in the Student Success Center.

Official TEAS Study Manual

ATI TEAS Review Manual (Barnes & Noble)

ATI TEAS Smart Prep

ATI TEAS Test Review

TEAS Study app (iTunes)

TEAS Study app (Google Play)

Day of Test

On the day of your TEAS exam, report to the appropriate testing room with a current government-issued photo ID and payment receipt. The name on your photo ID must match the name on the course registration. Make sure you also have your FVTC Student ID number with you; it should be on your receipt.

Late arrivals will not be accommodated so be sure to allow enough time to check in prior to your scheduled start time.

All TEAS sections must be completed in one session.

All materials are provided at the testing session; personal belongings (including calculators) are not allowed in the testing room. You will be provided instructions for the exam process.

TEAS is timed, and you will be allowed 3 hours and 29 minutes to complete the exam. Please plan your schedule accordingly.

Upon completion, you will receive your score report and an interpretation with an advisor. This document will also help you to interpret your score.

ATI TEAS Exam Information

Re-Testing

If you do not achieve the required scores for your program:

Talk with your Academic & Resource Advisor to develop a study plan that includes the areas identified after taking your first test.
Refer to the “Preparing for the test” guidelines above to determine the best options to improve your opportunity for success.
Take at least 30 days before re-testing so that you can study for the re-take exam.

You will be allowed to re-test only once. If you do not successfully re-test within 3 terms of your initial TEAS exam, your program application will be withdrawn. After the third term ends, you will need to re-apply if you are successful on the re-test exam.

To schedule a re-test, follow the same registration instructions as your initial assessment. Another $65 assessment fee will be charged. If you are not successful on a re-test you will only be allowed to take the TEAS exam after a 3-year waiting period.

Accessing Your Scores

At the completion of your assessment, you will receive your printable score report. Your scores will always be accessible to you on your MyFVTC Account as well as by signing into your ATI account at www.atitesting.com.

If you have taken TEAS at another test site, please print a copy of your score report and send it to FVTC-Admissions. All this can be completed by logging into your ATI account at www.atitesting.com.