Testing

Testing
WCCCD requires that all first-time students with intent to pursue a degree or certificate program must be assessed for skills in reading, writing, and mathematics prior to registering for classes.

Ability To Benefit
The Federal Department of Education requires that students who want to receive federal financial aid and who do not have a high school diploma or a GED demonstrate their "ability to benefit" from college level work.  Consequently, Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) requires that such students take the COMPASS Test, which covers reading, English and mathematics.  This is the same test that all students are required to take for academic placement. Click here for more information.

Assessment/Testing

What is Assessment Testing and what do the scores mean?

Assessment testing is a process by which the District advising staff can determine your skill levels in reading, writing and math. The test that you will take does not determine if you are admitted to one of the District campuses. It provides the advising staff with the information that they need regarding your skill levels so that they can accurately advise you on the selection of courses that are appropriate for your skill level.

How do I schedule an assessment test?
Contact the student services office at the campus of your choice. Please plan to stay at least two hours for your testing session. It is suggested that you prepare for this assessment prior to your test day. The student service office can provide you with sample test questions and practice tests to help you prepare. Please bring a photo ID with you when testing. The District uses two versions of an assessment test. The paper pencil version (ASSET) and the computerized version (COMPASS), both of these test will provide the advising staff with the necessary information about your skill levels so that the academic advisors can advise you appropriately.

ASSESSMENT TESTING HOURS

ASSET

10:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. Monday - Thursday
10:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. Friday
10:00 A.M. Saturday (during final registration only)

Students must schedule an appointment for ASSET testing at the location of their choice.

COMPASS

Walk-in, 9:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M., Monday - Thursday
Walk-in, 9:00 A.M. -2:30 P.M., Friday
Walk-in, 9:00 A.M. -12:00 P.M., Saturday (during final registration only)
Students can take the Compass test on a walk-in basis during the hours listed above.

To view sample study questions for COMPASS click here.

English Proficiency Exam
Once an individual with limited English proficiency is accepted to the District an exam is given to determine the most suitable class placement.

English Proficiency & Entrance Exams

English as a Second Language Testing
Once admitted to Wayne County Community College District, students with limited English proficiency will be assessed using the Michigan Test. This service is limited only to students who have applied and been accepted by the college. Results from the Michigan Test will be used by college staff to assist students with placement in courses that are appropriate for the students' skill level.

Program Entrance Exams

TEAS - Nursing
Students interested in applying for admission to the Nursing program must take the Test of Essential Academic Skills(TEAS) prior to being admitted to this program. For information regarding test dates please contact the Nursing Department for Eligibility Requirements at 313-943-4480.

HOBET - Health-Related
Students interested in applying for admission to the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program must take the Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test (HOBET) prior to being admitted to this program. For information regarding test dates please review the current Continuing Education schedule or call: (313) 496-2634.

Testing Locations
Prospective students may register for the HOBET exam by referring to the WCCCD Continuing Education Section of the schedule of Classes. .