Exams Offered In-Person

The Center for Testing and Career Certification offers a variety of exams for undergraduate and graduate students at Florida International University and the local south Florida community. Testing services are provided at both the Modesto Maidique Campus and Biscayne Bay Campus. Exams are offered in-person as well as remote.
  • ACT On-Campus

    About FIU’s ACT On-Campus Testing 

    ACT On-Campus Testing is conducted at FIU for students who are applying to FIU and are unable to take the ACT on a national test date. Test takers who do not intend to attend FIU are not allowed to take the ACT On-Campus at this institution.

    FIU ACT On-Campus Test Dates At a Glance

    Contact the Center for Testing and Career Certification
    Biscayne Bay CampusModesto Maidique Campus
    Wednesday, February 14, 2024Tuesday, February 27, 2024
    Wednesday, February 21, 2024Tuesday, March 19, 2024
    Upcoming exam dates to be announced

     

    Registration Procedures

    1. Review all ACT On-Campus information and Center for Testing and Career Certification policies that follow. FIU strongly recommends that test takers go to the ACT website to obtain the most current information regarding ACT policies prior to completing the registration process.
    2. To make accommodated testing arrangements, submit written documentation of a documented disability from the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at least two weeks prior to your scheduled test date. Visit the DRC website for more information at drc.fiu.edu.
    3. Test-takers must register at least 48 hours before the intended test date.
    4. Register for the FIU ACT On-Campus test.
    5. After completing the registration process, check your email for the test registration confirmation sent to you by the registration software (RegisterBlast). The test registration confirmation is required and must be presented on the test day of your exam.

    Test Day

    • You must arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time. Test takers arriving late will not be admitted.
    • At least one form of identification is required. Your identification must conform to ACT On-Campus acceptable use, identification policy. Review the ACT identification policy here: http://www.act.org/the-act/id
    • Bring the test registration confirmation sent to your email by the registration software (RegisterBlast).
    • You must bring and use your own calculator for the ACT Mathematics Test only. Review the ACT calculator policy here: http://www.act.org/calculator-policy.html

    Re-Test Policy

    You may not repeat ACT on-Campus testing within 60 days of your previous testing.

    Scores

    • No Student Reports or High School Reports are generated, and you may not request additional score reports for any other institution.
    • Scores from FIU’s ACT On-Campus Testing are only valid at Florida International University and, cannot be transferred by transcript or other means to any other institution or agency.

     

  • Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification

    AWS Certification helps learners build credibility and confidence by validating their cloud expertise with an industry-recognized credential and organizations identify skilled professionals to lead cloud initiatives using AWS.

    AWS offer role-based certifications to validate expertise for those in Cloud Practitioner, Architect, Developer, and Operations roles, plus Specialty certifications to validate advanced skills in specific technical areas. View our learning paths to find training to help you build skills and prepare for AWS Certification.

    Certifications offered:

    Register for Your Certification Exam

  • Certiport Certifications

    Certiport certifications provide students and professionals with an industry-leading assessment of skills, knowledge, and understanding of their area of interest. Students who become certified will be better prepared for college and career success.   

    Important Registration and Payment Information   

    1. Visit the Certiport website before your test day to create an account, choose an exam, and pay for the voucher. On the day of your exam, have your payment voucher available. 
    2. After visiting the Certiport website, register to take a certification exam with the Center for Testing and Career Certification by clicking here.
  • CLEP

    Earn College Credits With CLEP

    The College-Level Examination Program® or CLEP provides students of any age with the opportunity to demonstrate college-level achievement through a program of exams in undergraduate college courses. There are 2,900 colleges, including FIU, that grant credit and/or advanced standing for CLEP exams.

    Appointments for the CLEP are available regularly throughout the semester. The cost of the examination is $135 (this includes a $93 testing fee and a $42 registration fee).

    Register For An Exam

    CLEP at FIU

    Credit earned through the CLEP examination will reflect lower-division transfer credit. While CLEP credits may be used to fulfill requirements, they will NOT increase the total counting toward graduation if you already receive the maximum number of lower-division transfer credits allowed by your academic major. If you are a senior in your last 30 credits at FIU, you must discuss the transfer of CLEP credits with your academic department. 

    To view FIU’s credit equivalency table, click here. 

    Free CLEP-Prep Courses Available Online

    A series of free, online, prep courses in select CLEP subjects is now available through the Modern States Education Alliance. These courses are taught by college professors and delivered online via the Modern States Website. All the courses are free, as are any required textbooks and other materials.

    The CLEP-PREP courses are self-paced, and there are no prerequisites or restrictions on enrolling. Participants do not have to register for a CLEP exam, however, to earn college credit upon completion of the course, participants must take the corresponding exam and achieve a qualifying score (CLEP-notes, 2016). Always consult with your Academic Advisor prior to taking a CLEP exam.
    A prep course for every CLEP exam is now available.

  • CompTIA

    CompTIA certification exams provide IT skills that are in great demand by employers. Candidates may use CompTIA’s certifications as a starting, middle, or endpoint on their IT career roadmapClick here to view the menu of CompTIA certifications.

    CompTIA Examination Process

    1. Prepare to take the CompTIA certification.
    2. Purchase an exam to receive a voucher number and exam code.
    3. Schedule to take the exam using the voucher and code.
    4. Arrive and take the exam at the designated testing center.

    Fees and Methods of Payment

    Current Florida International University students, faculty, and staff can benefit from our CompTIA Academy partner relationship by purchasing exam vouchers at a discounted price directly through CompTIA. At checkout, you must provide eligibility information that will be validated regarding yourself and the school you attend. The academic .edu email domain is no longer needed for verification in order to purchase the voucher at the discounted price.
    Non-FIU students will need to purchase exam vouchers through CompTIA.

    FIU Exam Location

    CompTIA exams are offered at the Center for Testing and Career Certification:

    Florida International University
    11200 SW 8th Street
    Green Library (GL) Room 120
    Miami, Florida 33199
    United States
    Phone: 305-348-2441

    Exam Scheduling

    To create an account and to schedule an exam, visit Pearson VUE.

    Picture Identification

    I understand that I must bring a valid government or state-issued identification. The identification must be valid and current, must bear your full name, and must contain a photograph and signature.

  • DSST
    DSST

    Any individual who is seeking college credit for knowledge gained outside the traditional classroom can attempt DSST exams. In addition to the considerable cost savings realized by college students, adult learners, high school students, or military personnel, successfully completing DSST exams allow students to significantly accelerate their academic goals toward degree completion.

    Get more information on DSST course equivalencies and credit-by-exam tables

    Get more detailed information about the DSST program, including access to online practice exams. 

    View DSST exam content outlines and sample questions.

    Appointments for the DSST are available regularly throughout the semester. The cost of the examination is $130 (this includes a $100 DSST fee and a $30 testing center administrative fee). 


    Active Duty and Veteran Military Members

    DSST exams enable military personnel to advance their educational and academic goals even while in the service. At Florida International University, as a Fully Funded DSST Test Center, eligible military members and eligible spouses are able to have the Test Center sitting fee waived (first attempt only) for any of the given DSST exams.

    Important Instructions Prior to Testing

    1. Create an account with DSST by visiting the DSST website.
    2. Identify the four-digit code for the college where you want your score to be sent. You will need it on the day that you take your exam.   
    3. Register with the FIU Center for Testing and Career Certification


    DSST Principles of Public Speaking Candidates

    Candidates who are taking DSST Principles of Public Speaking please, contact the testing center office to complete the registration process.

  • FCB

    The Florida Certification Board (FCB) offers programs for health and human services professions. FCB certifies and ensures that professionals in the child welfare, mental health, and addiction fields meet current education, training, experience, and testing criteria.

    Register to Take Exam at BBC

    Directions to Biscayne Bay Campus (BBC)

    Register to Take Exam at MMC

    Directions to Modesto Maidique Campus (MMC)

  • FCLE

    The Civic Literacy Competency Requirement; is a statewide mandate that applies to degree-seeking undergraduate students initially entering a Florida State University System (SUS) or Florida College System (FCS) institution in the 2018-19 academic year and thereafter. The requirement has been updated for degree-seeking undergraduate students initially entering the SUS or FCS in the 2021-2022 academic year (Summer B term) and thereafter. 

    There are now 3 Cohorts of students:

    Students Included in Cohort

    Civic Literacy Competency
    Requirement

    Cohort 1

    Students first entering the SUS or FCS prior to fall 2018

    None

    Cohort 2

    Students first entering the SUS or FCS
    in fall 2018 through summer A/C 2021

    Complete a course or exam

    Cohort 3

    Students first entering the SUS or FCS
    in summer B 2021 and thereafter

    Complete both a course and exam

     
    Notes:

    1. As you can see from the above table, students in Cohort 3 (initially entering an SUS
    or FCS Summer B 2021 and thereafter) must now complete both a course and an exam

    2. Students in Cohort 2 need only to complete the course or exam

    3. Students in Cohort 1 do not need to complete the Civic Literacy Competency requirement

    The table below provides details on which options meet which competency.

    Options

    Score

    Meets Course Competency

    Meets Exam Competency

    Courses

    POS2041 if taken after fall 2018 (including dual enrollment if taken after fall 2018)

    Passing grade

     X

     

    AMH2020 if taken after fall 2018 (including dual enrollment if taken after Fall 2018)

    Passing grade

     X

     

    Accelerated Mechanisms

    Advanced Placement Government and Politics: United States Exam

    3

     X

     X

    Advanced Placement United States History Exam

    4

     X

     X

    Cambridge AICE History, US History, c.1840-1990 (A-Level)

    A-E

     X

     

    CLEP American Government Exam

    50

     X

     X

    IB History: History of America

    5-7

     X

     

     Additional Assessments

    Civics (U.S. history and government) with supplemental questions (FCLT)*

    60%

     

     X

    Florida Civic Literacy Exam (FCLE)

    60%

     

     X

    *At FIU the FCLT (CIV2222) is only available remotely.

    Visit FIU's Transfer and Transition Services to learn more about the state of Florida's Civic Literacy Competency Requirement.


    About the FCLE

    The FCLE assesses students' civic literacy competency. The four domains and their competency areas include:

    • Understanding of the basic principles and practices of American democracy and how they are applied in our republican form of government.
    • An understanding of the United States Constitution and its application.
    • Knowledge of the founding documents and how they have shaped the nature and functions of our institutions of self-government.
    • An understanding of landmark Supreme Court cases, landmark legislation and landmark executive actions and their impact on law and society.


    Preparing for an FCLE – In-person test:

    1. Report to the testing center of your choice (MMC or BBC) on the day of your appointment.
    2. Lack of proper identification at the time of check-in will result in denial of admission to the test session.
    3. The exam will begin once check-in has been completed. Excessively late arrivals may not be allowed to test and may be required to request a new appointment.
    4. A valid, unexpired form of identification is required to be admitted for testing. Listed below are the acceptable forms of identification:
    • Government-issued driver's license
    • Government-issued photo identity cards 
    • U.S. Military ID
    • Government Issued Passport or Passport Card
    • Naturalization card 
    • Student ID


    What will the test look like?

    Practice tests and sample test materials are provided to enable users to become familiar with the functionality and item types that students will encounter in the Test Delivery System. Please use the instructions below to help navigate to a practice test session.

    1. Navigate to the FCLE Website
    2. Under (Prepare your Student) select “Practice Test.
    3. Click the green "Sign in" button.
    4. For "Student Grade Level" select "30" in the drop-down menu.
    5. Under the "End of Course (EOC)" section, select the "Start Civics EOC Practice Test."
    6. Choose your settings.
    7. Click the Select" button.
    8. Click the "Begin Test Now" button.


    FCLE Review Materials

    It is recommended that you review the FCLE Review Material before taking the exam. Click on the links:


    Register for an FCLE - In-person test

    Appointments are required for testing. We are only providing in-person FCLE testing currently. Click below to register and pay for your FCLE exam. By clicking on a campus location below I am also indicating that this is my campus of choice. 




     

    Additional Information

    • The FCLE has 80 multiple-choice questions. The test is divided into four sections each containing 20 questions (American Democracy, United States Constitution, Founding Documents, and Landmark Impact on Law and Society).
    • The passing score is 48 out of 80 (60%).
    • There is no time limit; however, the FCLE takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete.
    • Scratch paper is only permitted if it's documented as a testing accommodation.


    Retaking the FCLE

    A retake requires a 24-hour waiting period between exams (based on appointment availability).

  • FLATS - Modesto Maidique Campus


    Earn Foreign Language Credits with FLATS
     

    The Center for Testing and Career Certification (CTCC) has partnered with Brigham Young University (BYU) to offer online tests for many languages. (NEW) You can now earn foreign language credits in addition to satisfying your foreign language requirement by attaining a pass on any of the FLATS exams. To view the complete list of FLATS exams, click here. All tests have a listening, reading, and grammar component and cover the equivalent of the first three semesters of a given language. The tests are multiple-choice. All tests are on a pass/fail basis. Students are allowed two and a half hours to complete their tests. To view FIU’s credit equivalency table,  click here. 

    The total cost of the FLATS exam is $115 separated into two easy steps: $50 fee payable to (BYU) FLATS, and $65 payable to Florida International University.


    Step 1:

    BYU Registration Instructions 

    For the FLATS IN-PERSON (Modesto Maidique Campus only), first enter the FIU proctor information listed below.

    Name: Ira Pinera 
    Department: Center for Testing and Career Certification 
    Educational Institution: Florida International University 
    Address: 11200 SW 8 Street, GL 120 
    City, State Zipcode: Miami, FL 33199 
    Phone: 305-348-2441 
    Email: testing@fiu.edu 
    Confirm Email: testing@fiu.edu 

    For Sending Results to your School please input the following.

    Name: Dwight Nimblett 
    Department: Center for Testing and Career Certification 
    University: Florida International University 
    Address: 11200 SW 8 Street, GL 120 
    City, State Zip: Miami, FL 33199 
    Phone: 305-348-2441 
    Email: testing@fiu.edu 

    Should you need any further assistance with registering for the test, please contact BYU (FLATS) at (801) 422-3512. 

    Step 2:

    FIU Registration Instructions 

    When BYU approves your request, they will send you an email that contains the confirmation number and password you will need in order to test. At this point, you MUST navigate to the Center for Testing and Career Certification's website and complete the following steps: 

    1. Select Register for an exam on the website’s main menu.
    2. Scroll down and select Modesto Maidique Campus under the "Schedule Your Exam" section.
    3. Under ‘Choose group’ select FLATS.
    4. Under ‘Choose your exam’ select FLATS Exam ($65 FIU administrative fee).
    5. Choose a date and time for your exam.
    6. Complete the registration process.


    This FLATS exam administration will take place in person at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus, Green Library GL 120. 

  • FLATS - Biscayne Bay Campus


    Earn Foreign Language Credits with FLATS
     

    The Center for Testing and Career Certification (CTCC) has partnered with Brigham Young University (BYU) to offer online tests for many languages. (NEW) You can now earn foreign language credits in addition to satisfying your foreign language requirement by attaining a pass on any of the FLATS exams. To view the complete list of FLATS exams, click here. All tests have a listening, reading, and grammar component and cover the equivalent of the first three semesters of a given language. The tests are multiple-choice. All tests are on a pass/fail basis. Students are allowed two and a half hours to complete their tests. To view FIU’s credit equivalency table,  click here

    The total cost of the FLATS exam is $115 separated into two easy steps: $50 fee payable to (BYU) FLATS, and $65 payable to Florida International University.


    Step 1:

    BYU Registration Instructions 

    For the FLATS IN-PERSON (Biscayne Bay Campus only), first, enter the FIU proctor information listed below.

    Name: Sinclair Daly 
    Department: Center for Testing and Career Certification 
    Educational Institution: Florida International University 
    Address: 3000 N.E. 151 Street, AC1 160 
    City, State Zipcode: North Miami, FL 33181 
    Phone: 305-919-4043
    Email: bbctesting@fiu.edu 
    Confirm Email: bbctesting@fiu.edu 

    For Sending Results to your School please input the following.

    Name: Dwight Nimblett 
    Department: Center for Testing and Career Certification 
    University: Florida International University 
    Address: 3000 N.E. 151 Street, AC1 160 
    City, State Zip: North Miami, FL 33181 
    Phone: 305-919-4043 
    Email: bbctesting@fiu.edu 

    Should you need any further assistance with registering for the test, please contact BYU (FLATS) at (801) 422-3512. 


    Step 2:

    FIU Registration Instructions 

    When BYU approves your request, they will send you an email that contains the confirmation number and password you will need in order to test. At this point, you MUST navigate to the Center for Testing and Career Certification's website and complete the following steps: 

    1. Select Register for an exam on the website’s main menu.
    2. Scroll down and select Biscayne Bay Campus under the "Schedule Your Exam" section.
    3. Under ‘Choose group’ select FLATS.
    4. Under ‘Choose your exam’ select FLATS Exam ($65 FIU administrative fee).
    5. Choose a date and time for your exam.
    6. Complete the registration process.


    This FLATS exam administration will take place in person at the Biscayne Bay Campus, Academic One AC1 160.

  • FTCE/FELE

    The Florida Teacher Certification Examinations/Florida Educational Leadership Examination (FTCE/FELE) program allows Florida’s prospective educators to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in the areas of general knowledge, professional education competence, educational leadership, and/or subject area knowledge. FIU students, please visit the FTCE-FELE Pearson site for more information.

    Examination Process 
     
    For prospective candidate information regarding FTCE/FELE test options, location, registration, preparation, and alternative testing arrangements visit http://www.fl.nesinc.com/index.asp

    FIU Exam Location 

    FTCE/FELE exams are offered at the MMC Center for Testing and Career Certification: 

    Florida International University 
    11200 SW 8th Street 
    Green Library (GL)  Room 120 
    Miami, Florida 33199 
    United States 
    Phone: 305-348-2116

    Picture Identification 
     
    I understand that I must bring a valid government or state-issued identification. The identification must be valid and current, must bear your full name, and must contain a photograph and signature. 

  • GITS

    Gainesville Independent Testing Service (GITS) is a provider of licensing and certification examinations for regulatory agencies (municipal/county government), trade organizations, and various industries.

    In-person GITS exams are available at the Biscayne Bay Campus. For information regarding scheduling a GITS exam please email gitsllc@gitsllc.net or call 1-800-997-2129.

  • GMAT

    The GMAT exam helps business school candidates stand out during the admissions process.

    Schools know that candidates who take the GMAT exam are serious about earning a graduate business degree. They also know it's a proven predictor of a student's ability to succeed.

    To register for the GMAT exam, click here.

  • ISC2 Cybersecurity Certification

    The International Information System Security Certification Consortium, or ISC2, is a non-profit organization which specializes in training and certifications for cybersecurity professionals. It has been described as the "world's largest IT security organization."

    Certifications offered:

    Register for Your Certification Exam

    * FREE Cybersecurity Training and Exam! Now for a Limited Time:

    As part of ISC2's commitment to help close the cybersecurity workforce gap, their new global initiative, One Million Certified in Cybersecurity, is providing free Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) online self-paced training and exams to one million people around the world.
    Take the first step to a rewarding career with CC from ISC2. 
    Click on the link below to register for the free exam.

    Free Exams and Training

  • Meazure Learning

    Meazure Learning offers end-to-end solutions with concierge-level service and creates, administers, proctors, and analyzes examinations for higher education and certification. The software and human knowledge test owners and test takers require to improve performance outcomes, accomplish goals, and conserve precious resources are also available to them. For more details, candidates should go to https://www.meazurelearning.com.

    Visit https://www.meazurelearning.com/candidate-services to register and schedule with Meazure Learning.

  • NTN

    National Testing Network directly contracts with public safety departments across the country to test candidates for jobs. Once a candidate completes this simple process, information and test scores will be sent directly to each public safety department.

    Examsoffered:

    Corrections – REACT
    Emergency Communications – ECOMM 
    Firefighter – FireTEAM 
    Juvenile Corrections – IMPACT 
    Law Enforcement – Frontline National 
    Transit Operator - START

    Click on the link below to register for the exam.

    https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/index.cfm

  • Prov

    Prov offers an advanced online assessment platform including secured electronic test delivery, online exams, paper-pencil exams, and examination services that focus on the delivery of occupational licensing and certifications.

    Test candidates are required to provide valid government or state-issued identification. The identification must be current, bear your full name, and signature, and contain a photograph with your likeness.

    In-person Prov exams are available at the Biscayne Bay campus. For information regarding scheduling a Prov exam, visit www.provexam.com or call 866.720.7768

  • SAT

    The SAT is designed to assess a student’s academic readiness for college. Most colleges and institutions base their admissions decisions on the SAT entrance exam. The College Board developed and delivers the SAT, a multiple-choice test that is presently administered on paper and pencil. The SAT will transition to digital administration in the month of March 2024.

    View general information about the SAT  as well as resources for test preparation.

  • TEAS

    Test of Essential Academic Skills

    The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a multiple-choice scholastic aptitude assessment used to measure entry-level skills and abilities of potential nursing program students. It is a four-part exam consisting of the following areas:

    • Reading Comprehension
    • Mathematics
    • Science
    • English Skills


    The TEAS is offered on a computer at various times during the semester. A $120 test fee is required upon registration.

    View TEAS review materials.

    Register for the TEAS

    If you are applying to the  FIU Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences, you must consult with an academic advisor to determine whether you are required to take the TEAS for admission to your program.

    CampusRoomPhone
    Contact the Center for Testing and Career Certification
    CampusRoomPhone
    Modesto MaidiqueGL 120305-348-2441
    Biscayne BayAC1 160305-919-4043
    Click here to register  and pay for your TEAS exam.