Placement Tests

The purpose of Placement Testing is to determine accurate course placement based on a student's skills, abilities, and language needs in reading, writing, and mathematics. There are different kinds of placement tests for different purposes. Each type has specific testing criteria. Placement tests are Not Pass or Fail but are instead designed to place a student into the most appropriate course that matches their current skill level in that area.

ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP)

The Broward College ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) is a multiple-choice format (except for WritePlacer ESL essay). Students taking this test are placed into classes according to their skill level. There's no time limit (except for WritePlacer ESL essay). Questions are presented based on individual's skill level. The response to each question drives the difficulty level of the next question. It's important to give each question as much thought as possible before selecting an answer. The ESL Reading Skills, ESL Language Use, ESL Listening, and NG QAS (Qualitative, Reasoning, and Statistics) math subtests of the ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) are adaptive. This means that the questions are chosen for you on the basis of your answers to previous questions. This technique selects just the right questions for your ability level. Because the test works this way, you must answer every question in the order it is given. You can change your answer to a particular question before moving on to the next question, but you cannot leave a question out or come back to it later to change your answer. If you do not know the answer to a question, try to eliminate one or more of the choices. Then pick from the remaining choices.

Visit the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Students section on the Placement Method Tables and Flowcharts webpage for more information. 

Examinee Type Test Attempt Proctoring Modality Proctoring/ Service Fee (Paid to BC) Remote Proctoring Fee (Paid to BC) Total Fee
BC Student First On-Campus $0.00 N/A $0.00
Remote $0.00 $10.00 *$11.50
Retest On-Campus $35.00 N/A **$38.50
Remote $35.00 $10.00 **$48.50
Non-BC Examinee All On-Campus $45.00 N/A **$48.50
***Score Report Transmittal Fee N/A N/A $7.50 N/A $9.00
*Includes $1.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
**Includes $3.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
***Scores only sent via email to another institution. Requires the submission of a Test Score Release Form.
Changes to exam fees are effective October 15, 2022 for all registration dates on or after the effective date. 

Subtests 
  • ESL Reading Skills
  • ESL Listening
  • WritePlacer ESL
  • ESL Language Use (only used for college ready placement)
  • NG QAS (Qualitative, Reasoning, and Statistics)
    • The QAS subtest is administered if a student scores at the EAP0420C or EAP1520C level on the ESL Reading Skills subtest. 

Note: BC administers an ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) test sequence specifically designed for BC students. It may differ from the ACCUPLACER ESL version required by another institution. Check with your institution about the specific ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) test sequence they require. BC will only administer an ACCUPLACER ESL for a student from another institution if that institution issues an ACCUPLACER voucher through the Remote Network. 
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • ESL Reading Skills = 20
  • ESL Listening = 20
  • WritePlacer ESL = 1 essay
    • Students will be given a random writing prompt which requires students to type a response of 300-600 words. The writing sample is graded by a faculty reader.
  • ESL Language Use = 20
  • NG QAS = 20
Time Limit
  • ESL Reading Skills, ESL Listening, ESL Language Use, and NG QAS are untimed
  • WritePlacer ESL is timed at 60 minutes
Cost
Retesting Policy Tests and sections covered by this policy: 
  • ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP)
    • WritePlacer ESL 
    • ESL Reading Skills
    • ESL Listening
    • ESL Language Use
Students are entitled to retest no more than one (1) time provided it is within 12 months of the initial test date.

  • Students must wait a minimum of 1 day to retest after their initial attempt.
  • Time restarts for LOEP testing eligibility one year after the initial test date, not the retest date.
  • A retest fee is charged for all retest attempts after the initial test attempt. 
  • Under certain circumstances, students may be eligible for additional retesting within a 12-month period with a recommendation from an Associate Dean of EAP.

Students with LOEP placement test scores that are more than two (2) years old and who have never registered for classes are required to retest.

Refer to the ACCUPLACER Next Generation tab Retest Policy for NG QAS testing policy. 

*The ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) test administered at BC may differ from the LOEP test offered at other institutions.

Testing and Assessment Center

Remote   Central Campus   North Campus   South Campus

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = EAP Student
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgements

Remote testing is available on a case-by-case basis. Proctoring is done by Examity.  

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email DISABILITY-SERVICES@broward.edu  well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information. 

Due to the need for video review of each remote tesing session, score entry for all remote tests will take a minimum of 3 business days.  

The IEPT (Interim EAP Placement Test) is an essay delivered through D2L which is scored by EAP faculty and will place students into the same level for all 3 content areas of EAP. It was used during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and is still available should it ever be needed again. It is not an active test being delivered by the Testing and Assessment Centers. 

ACCUPLACER Next Generation

The ACCUPLACER Next Generation (NG) is a state approved common placement test. The purpose of the ACCUPLACER NG is to determine accurate course placement based on the student's skills and abilities. ACCUPLACER NG is an integrated system of computer-adaptive assessments designed to evaluate students’ skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. This means that the questions are chosen for you on the basis of your answers to previous questions. This technique selects just the right questions for your ability level. Because the test works this way, you must answer every question in the order it is given. You can change your answer to a particular question before moving on to the next question, but you cannot leave a question out or come back to it later to change your answer. If you do not know the answer to a question, try to eliminate one or more of the choices. Then pick from the remaining choices. 

Examinee Type Test Attempt Proctoring Modality

Exam Fee

(Paid to BC)

Remote Proctoring Fee

(Paid to BC)

 Total Fee
BC Student First On-Campus $0.00 N/A $0.00
Remote $0.00 $10.00 *$11.50
Retest On-Campus $30.00 N/A **$33.50
Remote $30.00 $10.00 **$43.50
Non-BC Examinee All On-Campus $45.00 N/A **$48.50
*Includes $1.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
**Includes $3.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
****PERT is not available in a remote modality
Changes to exam fees are effective October 15, 2022 for all registration dates on or after the effective date. 
Subtests 
  • NG Reading
  • NG Writing
  • NG QAS (Qualitative Reaoning, Algebra, and Statistics)
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • NG Reading = 20 
  • NG Writing = 25
  • NG QAS = 20
Time Limit
  • ACCUPLACER Next Generation is untimed but usually takes an average of 2 hours to complete.
Cost
Calculator
  • Handheld caculators cannot be used by test takers for the ACCUPLACER math tests unless the specific accommodation is prescribed by Accessibility Resources. 
  • If a question is configured to allow for the use of a calculator, the calculator icon will appear in the top right-hand corner of the screen.
    • Some questions may have no calculator option
    • Other questions may have multiple calculator options
Retesting Policy

Students can retest according to the following policy:

  • First retest after 24 hours
  • All other retests must wait 30 days between each retest attempt

A retest fee applies for all retest attempts regardless of the age of previous scores. EAP students are eligible to retest on a common placement test according to the policy above. 

Retesting fee applies to all retest attempts.

The first attempt on a common placement test is free to BC students. A common placement test can be any one of the local tests available based on 6A-10.0315. Taking another test as your second attempt still constitutes a retest. Local common placement tests are ACCUPLACER NG, PERT, ACCUPLACER CPT, and ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP), for reading and writing only.

Prospective Applicants for Dual Enrollment and College Academy Only

Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only

Testing and Assessment Centers

Remote   Central   North   South   Miramar West

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = High School Graduate and Transfer Students
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam with the appropriate test attempt
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgements

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email DISABILITY-SERVICES@broward.edu  well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information. 

Due to the need for video review of each remote tesing session, score entry for all remote tests will take a minimum of 3 business days.  

Federal Financial Aid (Title lV) funds are available to students who are not high school graduates, provided they meet the criteria below and are enrolled in an eligible career pathway program (contains two components: an adult education component and a Title IV eligible postsecondary program component). 

New to ATB Administration Policy, effective September 6, 2022

  • Retesting may occur every 14 days
  • No need to repeat subtests with a passing score
  • "Save and Finish Later" feature can be used
Subtests 
  • NG Reading
  • NG Writing
  • NG Arithmetic

Qualification Scores for ATB
  • NG Reading = 233
  • NG Writing = 235
  • NG Arithmetic = 230
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • Test scores are valid for ATB purposes indefinitely.
# of Questions
  • NG Reading = 20 
  • NG Writing = 25
  • NG QAS = 20
Time Limit
  • ACCUPLACER Next Generation is untimed but usually takes an average of 2 hours to complete.
Cost
Calculator
  • Handheld caculators cannot be used by test takers for the ACCUPLACER math tests unless the specific accommodation is prescribed by Accessibility Resources. 
  • If a question is configured to allow for the use of a calculator, the calculator icon will appear in the top right-hand corner of the screen.
    • Some questions may have no calculator option
    • Other questions may have multiple calculator options
Retesting Policy

 

Retesting for ATB purposes may occur every 14 days. (Remediation between test attempts is strongly recommended)

HLM

The Higher Level Math Test (HLM) is designed for STEM Pathway students wishing to take higher level math courses but who feel they can by-pass lower level courses. Broward College uses an ACCUPLACER Next Generation subtest to place students into higher level math courses above the College Algebra level except for MAC2311 which also requires the student take the TBE in addition to the HLM. Students wishing to take any of the courses listed below must first take the Higher Level Math (HLM) Test. 

  • MAC1114 - Trigonometry
  • MAC1140 - Pre-Calculus Algebra
  • MAC1147 - Pre-Calculus Algebra & Trigonometry
  • MAC2233 - Calculus for Business, Social & Life Sciences
  • MAD2104 - Discrete Mathematics
  • MAS2103 - Linear Algebra

Students wishing to place into any other higher level math course must see Associate Dean of Mathematics at North, Central, or South. Contact information can be found using the Faculty & Staff Directory and searching for Mathematics and Administrator.

Examinee Type Test Attempt Proctoring Modality Proctoring/ Service Fee (Paid to BC) Remote Proctoring Fee (Paid to BC) Total Fee
BC Student First On-Campus $0.00 N/A $0.00
Remote $0.00 $10.00 *$11.50
Retest On-Campus $30.00 N/A **$33.50
Remote $30.00 $10.00 **$43.50
Non-BC Examinee All On-Campus $45.00 N/A **$48.50
***Score Report Transmittal Fee N/A N/A $7.50 N/A $9.00
*Includes $1.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
**Includes $3.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
***Scores only sent via email to another institution. Requires the submission of a Test Score Release Form.
Changes to exam fees are effective October 15, 2022 for all registration dates on or after the effective date. 

Subtests 
  • NG AAF (Advanced Algebra Functions)
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • NG AAF = 20 
Time Limit
  • HLM is untimed but usually takes an average of 1.5 hours to complete.
Cost
Calculator
  • Handheld caculators cannot be used by test takers for the ACCUPLACER math tests unless the specific accommodation is prescribed by Accessibility Resources. 
  • If a question is configured to allow for the use of a calculator, the calculator icon will appear in the top right-hand corner of the screen.
    • Some questions may have no calculator option
    • Other questions may have multiple calculator options
Retesting Policy

Students can retest according to the following policy:

  • First retest after 24 hours
  • All other retests must wait 30 days between each retest attempt

A retest fee applies for all retest attempts regardless of the age of previous scores. EAP students are eligible to retest on a common placement test according to the policy above. 

Retesting fee applies to all retest attempts.

The first attempt on a common placement test is free to BC students. A common placement test can be any one of the local tests available based on 6A-10.0315. Taking another test as your second attempt still constitutes a retest. Local common placement tests are ACCUPLACER NG, PERT, and ACCUPLACER CPT.

Prospective Applicants for Dual Enrollment and College Academy Only

Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only

Testing and Assessment Center

Remote   Central   North   South   Miramar West

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = High School Graduate and Transfer Students
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam with the appropriate test attempt
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgements

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email DISABILITY-SERVICES@broward.edu  well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information. 

Due to the need for video review of each remote tesing session, score entry for all remote tests will take a minimum of 3 business days.  

PERT

The Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (PERT) is Florida's customized common placement test. The purpose of the PERT is to determine accurate course placement based on the student's skills and abilities. The PERT is aligned with the Postsecondary Readiness Competencies identified by Florida faculty as necessary for success in entry-level college credit coursework. The PERT assesses readiness for college-level coursework in English and mathematics. The PERT is adaptive. This means that the questions are chosen for you on the basis of your answers to previous questions. This technique selects just the right questions for your ability level. Because the test works this way, you must answer every question in the order it is given. You can change your answer to a particular question before moving on to the next question, but you cannot leave a question out or come back to it later to change your answer. If you do not know the answer to a question, try to eliminate one or more of the choices. Then pick from the remaining choices. 

Examinee Type Test Attempt Proctoring Modality Proctoring/ Service Fee (Paid to BC) Remote Proctoring Fee (Paid to BC) Total Fee
BC Student First On-Campus $0.00 N/A $0.00
Remote $0.00 $10.00 *$11.50
Retest On-Campus $30.00 N/A **$33.50
Remote $30.00 $10.00 **$43.50
Non-BC Examinee All On-Campus $45.00 N/A **$48.50
***Score Report Transmittal Fee N/A N/A $7.50 N/A $9.00
*Includes $1.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
**Includes $3.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
***Scores only sent via email to another institution. Requires the submission of a Test Score Release Form.
Changes to exam fees are effective October 15, 2022 for all registration dates on or after the effective date. 

Subtests 
  • PERT Reading
  • PERT Writing
  • PERT Math
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • PERT Reading = 30
  • PERT Writing = 30
  • PERT Math = 30
Time Limit
  • PERT is untimed but usually takes an average of 3 hours to complete.
Cost
Calculator
  • Handheld caculators cannot be used by test takers for the PERT Math subtest unless the specific accommodation is prescribed by Accessibility Resources. 
  • If a question is configured to allow for the use of a calculator, the calculator icon will appear.
    • Some questions may have no calculator option
Retesting Policy

Students can retest according to the following policy:

  • First retest after 24 hours
  • All other retests must wait 30 days between each retest attempt

A retest fee applies for all retest attempts regardless of the age of previous scores. EAP students are eligible to retest on a common placement test according to the policy above. 

Retesting fee applies to all retest attempts.

The first attempt on a common placement test is free to BC students. A common placement test can be any one of the local tests available based on 6A-10.0315. Taking another test as your second attempt still constitutes a retest. Local common placement tests are ACCUPLACER NG, PERT, ACCUPLACER CPT, and ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP), for reading and writing only.

Prospective Applicants for Dual Enrollment and College Academy Take the ACCUPLACER Next Generation

Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only (On-Campus Only)

Testing and Assessment Center

Central Campus   North Campus   South Campus

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = High School Graduate and Transfer Students
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam with the appropriate test attempt
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgements

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email DISABILITY-SERVICES@broward.edu  well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information. 

TBE

The Trigonometry Bypass Exam (TBE) is designed to assess a students trigonometry skills in combination with the HLM test for placement into MAC2311. The TBE requires students to score high enough on the HLM test first.  

Examinee Type Test Attempt Proctoring Modality Proctoring/ Service Fee (Paid to BC) Remote Proctoring Fee (Paid to BC) Total Fee
BC Student First On-Campus $0.00 N/A $0.00
Remote $0.00 $10.00 *$11.50
Retest On-Campus $30.00 N/A **$33.50
Remote $30.00 $10.00 **$43.50
Non-BC Examinee All On-Campus $45.00 N/A **$48.50
***Score Report Transmittal Fee N/A N/A $7.50 N/A $9.00
*Includes $1.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
**Includes $3.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
***Scores only sent via email to another institution. Requires the submission of a Test Score Release Form.
Changes to exam fees are effective October 15, 2022 for all registration dates on or after the effective date. 

Subtests 
  • TBE
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • TBE = 30 
Passing Score
  • 21 or higher (70%)
Time Limit
  • 90 minutes
Cost
Calculator
  • A basic 4 function calculator is permitted during this exam. 
    • Scientific calculators are not permitted 
Retesting Policy

Students can retest according to the following policy:

  • Only one (1) retest allowed
  • Retest after 24 hours

A retest fee applies for all retest attempts regardless of the age of previous scores.

Prospective Applicants for Dual Enrollment and College Academy Only

Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only

Testing and Assessment Center

Remote   Central   North   South   Miramar West

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = High School Graduate and Transfer Students
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam with the appropriate test attempt
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgements

 

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

Scores from other institutions are not accepted for this exam. 

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email DISABILITY-SERVICES@broward.edu  well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information. 

Due to the need for video review of each remote tesing session, score entry for all remote tests will take a minimum of 3 business days.  

TABE

The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) test is used as the assessment to meet the Basic Skills Requirement for placement for Postsecondary Adult Vocational (PSAV) and Applied Technology Diploma (ATD) Students per Florida State Board of Education Administrative Rule, Chapter 6A-10.040. The TABE test is aligned to the National College and Career Readiness Standards for the three core subject areas: Reading, Mathematics, and Language. The current version of the TABE is 11 & 12. Broward College administers the TABE 11 & 12 Level A for all PSAV, ATD, and academic programs.

The TABE is also used for pre and post testing for Adult Basic Education (ABE) programs to measure learning gains. 

Students enrolled in a PSAV or ATD program of 450 clock hours or more or students pursuing an Applied Technology Diploma, shall complete a basic skills examination (TABE test) within the first six weeks after admission into the program.

The Testing and Assessment Centers administer the TABE Forms 11 and 12 with locator for the College's BRIDGE program.

The Test of Adult Basic Education, TABE®, is a academic-based, nationwide assessment that provides a valid and reliable measurement of basic skills that adults need to succeed, both on the job and in life. TABE 11 and 12 is the latest edition of the Data Recognition Corporation's assessment for adult learners, aligned with College and Career Readiness (CCR) standards, and complies with today’s rigorous Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) regulations.

The TABE is used for Postsecondary Adult Vocational (PSAV) and Adult Basic Education (ABE) programs at Broward College

The TABE measures skills in Reading, Mathematics, and Language. 

Eligibility:

  • Broward College students in:
    • a Postsecondary Adult Vocational (PSAV) program
    • the BRIDGE program

Exemptions:

  • Attainment of a college degree at the associate in applied science level or higher.
  • Achieve college readiness in each core subject area (reading, writing, and math) using one of the placment methods listed 6A-10.0315.
  • Achieve passing scores on the Reasoning through Language Arts and Mathematical Reasoning subtests of the GED 2014.
  • Attainment of a state, national, or industry certification or licensure examination that is identified in the most recent list 20XX-20XX Basic Skills Licensure Exemption List.
  • No student is exempt because of language deficiencies. Limited English Proficient students must achieve the minimum grade level/scale score or higher on one of the designated tests as required by the Department to be awarded a certificate in a vocational program.

Examinee Type Test Attempt Proctoring Modality Proctoring/ Service Fee (Paid to BC) Total Fee
BC Student All On-Campus $25.00 **$28.50
Remote $55.00 **$58.50
Non-BC Examinee All On-Campus $60.00 **$63.50
***Score Report Transmittal Fee N/A N/A $7.50 $9.00
*Includes $1.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
**Includes $3.50 RegisterBlast online payment convenience fee
***Scores only sent via email to another institution. Requires the submission of a Test Score Release Form.
Changes to exam fees are effective October 15, 2022 for all registration dates on or after the effective date. 

 

Exam Version

PSAV (Postsecondary Adult Vocational) and Employment Testing

  • Forms: 11 and 12
  • Level: A
ABE (Adult Basic Education)
  • Forms: 11 and 12
  • Level: Based on performance in each subtest area
Subtests
  • Reading
  • Mathematics
  • Language
Score Range
  • Scale Score (SS) Range: 300 - 800
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
Sending Scores to BC
# of Questions
  • Approximately 40 questions per subtest
Passing Score

PSAV

ABE

  • Since the ABE program is designed to prepare a student to take the GED, there are no passing or failing scores.
  • Scores are used to align instruction with a students current academic level in each of the 3 content areas.
Time Limit

Locator (65 Minutes)

  • Reading: 35 Minutes
  • Language: 20 Minutes
  • Mathematics: 20 Minutes

Reading (100 Minutes)

  • Part 1: 50 Minutes
  • Part 2: 50 Minutes
Mathematics (65 Minutes)
  • Part 1: 30 Minutes
  • Part 2: 35 Minutes
Language (55 Minutes)
  • Part 1: 55 Minutes
Cost
Availability
  • Currently only available for the BRIDGE program at Broward College.
Testing (Pre-Testing) and Retesting (Post-Testing) Policy

PSAV Programs

The TABE retesting policy adheres to FLDOE rules. TABE retesting involves two components; time and test form. All test takers taking the TABE at Broward College for an academic program must adhere to the following retesting policy. The only exception to this policy is individuals taking the TABE for employment purposes.

Test Attempt

Min. Waiting Period

(in days)

Test Form

(example)

First

 None TABE 11

Second

 30 Days TABE 12

Third

 90 Days TABE 11

Fourth or Higher

 90 Days TABE 12

*Official proof of remediation from the ASC may reduce waiting period.

**Test form given on first attempt is random and determined by the test proctor at the time of testing.

ABE Programs

Pre-testing:

  • Must occur within 12 contact hours of starting ABE program.

Post-testing: 

  • If testing with an alternate form (i.e., 11 to 12), 50 to 60 hours of instruction is recommended.
  • If testing with the same form (i.e., 12 to 12), 60-80 hours of instruction is recommended. 
Availability
  • Currently only available for the BRIDGE program
Accommodations

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email DISABILITY-SERVICES@broward.edu  well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.
Test Preparation Resources

PSAV or ABE

Online TABE Practice Tests

Subtest Level E Link Level M Link Level D Link Level A Link
Reading Link Link Link Link
Language Link Link Link Link
Mathematics Link Link Link Link

*Use the generic username and password provided on the practice test webpage to login.

Paper TABE Practice Items

Subtest Level E Link Level M Link Level D Link Level A Link
Reading Link Link Link Link
Language Link Link Link Link
Mathematics Link Link Link Link

ACT, PreACT, PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT, and SAT Information

The tests in this section are listed for informational purposes only. They are not available to take at Broward College. 

ACT

The ACT is a nationally standardized test given at numerous locations across the country. However, the ACT test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the ACT.  

Subtests Used at BC
  • Reading
  • English
  • Math
Taking the Test

ACT Test Webpage
FAQ

ACT FAQ Webpage
Scores Valid

2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.
Sample Score Report

ACT Sample Score Report
Test Preparation

ACT Test Preparation Webpage
Test Accommodations

ACT Accommodations Webpage
Notes
  • ACT Non-College Reportable scores (NCR) are not eligible for placement.

PreACT

The PreACT is a nationally standardized test given at high schools across the country. However, the PreACT test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the PreACT.  

PreACT 8/9 not applicable to demonstrate placement. 

Subtests Used at BC
  • Reading
  • English
  • Math
About the Test

PreACT Test Webpage
Scores Valid

4 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.
Sample Score Report

PreACT Sample Score Report
Test Preparation

ACT Test Preparation Webpage (use the ACT test preparation resources)
Test Accommodations

ACT Accommodations Webpage

PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT

The PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT are nationally standardized tests given during high school across the country. However, the PSAT 10 and the PSAT/NMSQT are not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT.  

PSAT 8/9 not applicable to demonstrate placement. 

Subtests Used at BC
  • Reading Test Scores
  • Writing and Language Test Scores
  • Math Test Scores

*These are all 2-digit scores. 3-digit section scores are are not used for placement. 
About the Test

PSAT 10 Webpage

PSAT/NMSQT Webpage
Scores Valid

4 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.
Sample Score Report

PSAT 10 Sample Score Report

PSAT/NMSQT Sample Score Report
Test Preparation

PSAT 10 Test Preparation Webpage

PSAT/NMSQT Test Preparation Webpage
Test Accommodations

PSAT 10 Accommodations Webpage

PSAT/NMSQT Accommodations Webpage

SAT

The SAT is a nationally standardized test given at numerous locations across the country. However, the SAT test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the SAT.  

Subtests Used at BC
  • Reading Test Scores
  • Writing and Language Test Scores
  • Math Test Scores

*These are all 2-digit scores. 3-digit section scores are are not used for placement. 
Taking the Test

SAT Test Webpage
FAQ

SAT FAQ Webpage
Scores Valid

2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.
Sample Score Report

SAT Sample Score Report
Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation Webpage
Test Accommodations

SAT Accommodations Webpage
Notes
  • SAT SAA (state-allowed accommodation) are not eligible for placement.

GED 2014, HiSET, and TASC

The tests in this section are listed for informational purposes only. They are not available to take at Broward College. 

GED 2014

The GED 2014 is a General Education Diploma product produced by GED Testing Service. It is one of several general education diplomas available in the United States for individuals that did not finish high school to obtain a high school equivalency diploma. However, the GED 2014 test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below if for students with questions about the GED 2014.

Subtests

Used for Placement:

  • Mathematical Reasoning
  • Reasoning Through Language Arts
    • Used for Reading and Writing Placement

Other Subtests Used to Earn High School Equivalency Diploma:

  • Social Studies
  • Science
Scheduling a GED Test

GED 2014 Scheduling Webpage
FAQ

GED FAQs Webpage
Scores Valid

For Placement Purposes

  • 4 years (from date taken)

For Proof of High School

  • Never expire
Send Scores to BC
Scoring Information
Test Preparation
Test Accommodations
Notes

HiSET

The HiSET is a General Education Diploma product produced by ETS (Educational Testing Service). It is one of several general education diplomas available in the United States for individuals that did not finish high school to obtain a high school equivalency diploma. However, the HiSET test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below if for students with questions about the HiSET.

Subtests

Used for Placement:

  • Mathematics
  • Language Arts - Writing
  • Language Arts - Reading

Other Subtests Used to Earn High School Equivalency Diploma:

  • Social Studies
  • Science
Scheduling a HiSET Test

HiSET Scheduling Webpage
FAQ

HiSET FAQs Webpage
Scores Valid

For Placement Purposes

  • 4 years (from date taken)

For Proof of High School

  • Never expire
Send Scores to BC
Scoring Information
Test Preparation
Test Accommodations

TASC

The TASC is a General Education Diploma product produced by DRC (Data Recognition Corporation). It is one of several general education diplomas programs in the United States for individuals that did not finish high school to obtain a high school equivalency diploma. However, the TASC test is no longer available as it was discontinued on December 31, 2021. The information below if for students with questions about the TASC.

Subtests

Used for Placement:

  • Mathematics
  • Reading Literacy
  • Writing with Essay

Other Subtests Used to Earn High School Equivalency Diploma:

  • Social Studies
  • Science
Scheduling a Test
  • The TASC test is no longer available. The test was discontinued on December 31, 2021. 
Scores Valid

For Placement Purposes

  • 4 years (from date taken)

For Proof of High School

  • Never expire
Send Scores to BC

Florida End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments and ALEKS PPL

The tests in this section are listed for informational purposes only. They are not available to take at Broward College. 

Algebra 1 EOC

EOC (End-of-Course) assessments are delived in Florida public high schools. Per state rule 6A-10.0315, the Algebra 1 and Geometry EOCs are eligible for use in demonstrating placement. Florida EOC assessments are not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to EOC assessments. 

About the Test
Scores Valid
  • 4 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC

Geometry EOC

EOC (End-of-Course) assessments are delived in Florida public high schools. Per state rule 6A-10.0315, the Algebra 1 and Geometry EOCs are eligible for use in demonstrating placement. Florida EOC assessments are not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to EOC assessments. 

About the Test
Scores Valid
  • 4 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC

ALEKS PPL (Placement, Preparation, and Learning) exam is delivered at some universities and college. Per state rule 6A-10.0315, the ALEKS PPL is eligible for use in demonstrating placement in mathematics. ALEKS PPL is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to ALEKS PPL. 

About the Test
Scores Valid
  • 4 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC

International EAP Placement Tests

TOEFL Essentials

The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. TOEFL is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the TOEFL. 

Subtests Used at BC
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Writing
Taking the Test
FAQ
Scores Valid 
  • 2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC
Sample Score Report
Test Preparation
Test Accommodations

TOEFL iBT

The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. TOEFL is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the TOEFL. 

Broward College acceptes the the following versions of the TOEFL iBT:

  • Traditional TOEFL iBT in a test center
  • TOEFL iBT Home Edition
  • TOEFL iBT Paper Edition
Subtests Used at BC
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Writing
Taking the Test
FAQ
Scores Valid 
  • 2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC
Sample Score Report
Test Preparation
Test Accommodations

TOEFL ITP

The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. TOEFL is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the TOEFL. 

Subtests Used at BC
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Writing
Taking the Test
  • TOEFL ITP is only administered at certain colleges. It is not available for anyone to take on demand.
FAQ
Scores Valid 
  • 2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC

IELTS Academic

The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. IELTS is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the IELTS. 

Subtests Used at BC
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Writing
Taking the Test
FAQ
Scores Valid 
  • 2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC
Test Preparation
Test Accommodations

PTE Academic

The PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. PTE is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the PTE. 

Subtests Used at BC
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Writing
Taking the Test
FAQ
Scores Valid 
  • 2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC
Test Preparation
Test Accommodations

Cambridge English C1 Advanced

The Cambridge English C1 Advanced is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. Cambridge English C1 Advanced is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the Cambridge English C1 Advanced. 

Subtests Used at BC
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Writing
Taking the Test
FAQ
Scores Valid 
  • 2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC
Test Preparation
Test Accommodations

iTEP Academic

The iTEP Academic is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. iTEP Academic is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the iTEP Academic. 

Subtests Used at BC
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Writing
Taking the Test
FAQ
Scores Valid 
  • 2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC
Test Preparation

MET

The MET(Michigan English Test) is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. MET is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the MET. 

Subtests Used at BC
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Writing
Taking the Test
FAQ
Scores Valid 
  • 2 years (from date taken)
Send Scores to BC
Sample Score Report
Test Preparation
Test Accommodations

Additional Resources