Testing

Scores from a National Test Administration may be transferable to other institutions and used for NCAA Athletic Eligibility.

To obtain more information and to register you may visit the ACT.org website.

Hinds Community College Campuses that administer the ACT are:

Jackson Campus
Site code: 021770

Raymond Campus
Site code: 021980

Residual ACT testing is available for students who 1) are enrolled, 2) have been admitted, or 3) are in the process of applying to Hinds Community College. Residual ACT scores are not designed to transfer to other colleges. Students preparing to take the Residual ACT should call the individual campus for specific information and also be aware of the following:

• You must bring current valid picture identification with you to the test (issued by school, employer, city, state/federal agency).
• You must wait at least 60 calendar days between residual testing sessions or your scores will be invalid.
• Non-programmable calculators are permitted.
• This is a timed test that takes approximately 4 hours to complete.

The Residual ACT cost is $65 and can be paid at any campus business service department. Payment is non-refundable, so please call your campus location for seat and availability prior to making payment.

• View Residual ACT testing dates

The Central Assessment Center on the Jackson Campus (Bivins Hall) administers the CLEP program. By successfully completing CLEP Subject tests, students may receive credit for college-level knowledge that they already possess. A listing of the courses for which Hinds Community College will award credit is printed in the Hinds Community College Catalog, although Hinds Community College administers all 35 CLEP subject examinations upon request.

A maximum of 18 hours of CLEP subject examination credit will be accepted by Hinds CC, and scores must be at or above 50. A student must earn at least 12 hours of credit at Hinds Community College before CLEP credit may be recorded on his/her transcript.

No grades are granted for CLEP credit, and credits granted by CLEP scores are not used in computing the students’ grade point average.

CLEP credit is not accepted at all colleges and universities, so students desiring to take any CLEP subject area examination for transfer credit should consult with the transfer college before sitting for the examination.

Students desiring to sit for a CLEP examination should contact Central Assessment on the Jackson Campus, 3925 Sunset Drive Jackson, MS 39213, Bivins Hall room 113, at 601-857-3852 or 601-857-3384.

The cost of the CLEP test is $95 per test payable to CLEP by credit card. There is an additional $35 assessment fee that must be paid in the Hinds Community College Business Office.

The DSST Program is a nationally recognized testing program that gives you the opportunity to receive college credit for learning acquired outside the traditional classroom. Hinds Community College serves as a testing site for the DSST program.

All tests offered under the DSST program are available to the student. At the current time, Hinds Community College does not award college credit for courses taken under the DSST program; however, many transfer colleges and universities do utilize such credit. Students wishing to take a DSST examination should contact their transfer school before sitting for the examination to determine if the credits earned by this method will transfer.

To arrange a DSST examination, contact the Counseling Department on the Raymond Campus at 601-857-3467. The cost of a DSST test is $80 per test. There is an additional $35 assessment fee that must be paid in the Hinds Community College Business Office.

For more information about college listings or study guides for DSST, visit the Get College Credit website.

ATI Educator Services provides unique opportunities and tools to help nurses excel and expand their knowledge in the role as a nurse educator. ATI, Inc. provides the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). The TEAS is offered every weekday of the month by appointment on the Jackson Campus in Bivins Hall @ 9:00 a.m. except holidays observed by the college. Candidates register at ATI Testing.

Castle offers certifications that are considered high stakes examinations because they are used for potential employment and advancement. They safeguard the public by requiring the candidate to pass standards to enter into a profession that may impact the public such as engineering, nursing, etc. Certification Exams are listed on the Meazure website.

Site: ID 287832

PSI is the market leader in high-stakes examinations for the Federal Aviation Administration. The Assessment Center offers PSI testing is provided Monday—Friday by appointment. PSI is the market leader in high-stakes examinations for the Federal Aviation Administration. Register for PSI.FAA testing on the PSI website or call 1-800-947-4228.

We are an authorized Certiport center aimed at enhancing individual productivity, marketability, and value. We are certified to deliver the official Microsoft® Office certification program, the Microsoft® Technology Associate certification program, the Adobe® Certified Associate certification program, the HP Accredited Technical Associate, the CompTIA Strata™ IT Fundamentals, the Autodesk® Certified User certification program, the Intuit® QuickBooks Certified User certification program and the Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³®). Visit the Measure Up website for more information.

Crane Institute Certification is an independent certifying organization providing accredited certification for the crane industry. The DAC offers on-line or paper/pencil testing for CIC candidates. On-line testing allows for 24-hour feedback and remedial training. Register at Crane Institute Certification.

The only graduate-level admissions test whether considering graduate school, business school or still deciding. This assessment feature questions closely reflecting the kind of thinking done in graduate and business school. Potential candidates can register for a GRE assessment by going to the GRE website.

The mission of Iso-Quality Testing, Inc. (IQT) is to provide secure, user-friendly, high quality, reasonably-priced computerized examination delivery services to credentialing bodies, and the candidates which they examine. You can learn more on the Iso-Qualtity Testing website.

Kryterion a full-service test development and delivery company that provides world-class online testing technology integrating item banking, test delivery and real-time reports. Candidates registration is through the governing body website or at www.kryteriononline.com or call 1-800-403-6199.

The National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) is an independent credentialing organization that has tested healthcare professionals and instructors throughout the United States since 1989. NCCT provides multiple qualifying paths for certification such as Medical Assistant and Phlebotomy Technician along with many others. Potential candidates can register for a NCCT assessment by going to the National Center for Competency Testing website.

WorkKeys assessments are the cornerstone of ACT workforce solutions. The assessments measure foundational skills required for success in the workplace and help measure the workplace skills that can affect job performance. Potential candidates can register for a WorkKeys assessment by contacting our office.

Pearson VUE offers innovative computer-based testing solutions for licensure and certification examination such as but not limited to Mississippi Insurance, Pharmacy Technician, Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, Oracle, and much more. Potential candidates can register for a Pearson VUE assessment by visiting Pearson VUE website.

This on-line assessment is designed to screen candidates for the FBI, US Customs and Border Protection, JC Penney’s, Transportation Security Administration (TAS), United States Postal Service, Verizon and others. Visit the PSI Online website or call 1-877-449-8378 for more information.

The Praxis Series™ tests measure teacher candidates’ knowledge and skills. The tests are used for licensing and certification processes. Register at the Praxis website.