Earn the ACCUPLACER Certificate of Test Administration (ACTA)
For security purposes, everyone who has the role of Institution Administrator (IA), Site Manager (SM), Proctor, or Proctor-Reporter must earn the ACCUPLACER Certificate of Test Administration (ACTA) to get full access to the test administration platform. You’ll need to pass the ACTA test each year to renew your certification.
Instructions
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Sign in to the platform.
Sign in to the ACCUPLACER platform with the username and password associated with your account.
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Review ACCUPLACER training materials.
Click the "Resources" tab in the left navigation panel, then click "ACCUPLACER Certificate of Test Administration (ACTA)" to access the training manuals. Choose the manual that applies to your role. If you have more than one role, you may need to review both manuals.
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Take the test(s).
Click the "Certificate of Test Administration" tab in the left navigation panel, then click "Take the Certification" to go to the certification landing page. You’ll see two tests: one for IAs and SMs, and one for all proctors. To start a test, click the "Administer Certification Test" button and accept the terms and conditions. This will take you directly to the test questions.
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Download your certificate.
When you pass a certification test, you can download and print your certificate by clicking "Download Certificates" in the left navigation panel.
FAQ
What's covered on the ACTA tests?
The ACTA was designed to ensure that anyone who administers a test or is responsible for the training of those individuals who do is familiar with the test administration guidelines and security protocols of the ACCUPLACER Program. The following content is covered on the tests:
- Account Setup (IA/SM)
- Account Hierarchy
- User Roles and Permission Levels
- User Credentials
- Test Administration (All)
- Test Administration Types
- COMPANION™ and Accommodated Testing
- Security Policies (All)
- Proctoring Guidelines and Responsibilities
- Prohibited Items
- Test Violation Protocol
- Student Identification
- Security Features
- Device Policies
How will my testing center know I passed the ACTA test?
When you pass the ACTA test, you'll get a certificate that shows your name, your institution's name, and the date your certification expires. You can print the certificate at any time and share it with your supervisors. Institution Administrators (IAs) can also run a report to see which users have passed their tests.
How long is my certification valid?
Each ACTA certificate is valid for one full calendar year, starting from the day you pass the test. An annual renewal is required. The renewal test is a shorter version of the initial test.
If I manage multiple sites and have multiple accounts, will I have to take the test for each account?
No. If you have multiple accounts at the same college or university, you only need to pass the certification test once for each role.The certification will apply to all other accounts where you have the same user role. For example, if you have multiple proctor accounts for different sites and you pass the proctor certification test once, all your proctor accounts are certified . If you have a site manager and a proctor account, you must take one of each test.
If I don’t pass the test on my first try, can I take it again?
You can take the test as many times as you need to until you pass. The test is untimed and is open book. You may use your training materials as you test.