CVTC Admission Testing
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CVTC uses the COMPASS test for admissions and placement. In some instances, other scores, such as Asset, SAT, ACT, or college transcripts can be used in lieu of the COMPASS exam. Please contact one of CVTC's three Student Success Centers for more information.
Testing Hours
Admissions tests are given in the Student Success Centers. Hours for testing are:
Special Summer 2008 Hours
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Floyd: 706-802-5381
Monday – Thursday from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday from 8:00 a.m. - noon
Gordon: 706-624-1468
Monday and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday from 8:00 a.m. - noon
Polk: 770-684-5696
Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The following is required when you come to test:
• No Appointment Necessary
• $15 non-refundable Application Fee is Due (one time fee)
• Picture ID Required
Contact the Student Success Center nearest you for further admissions information:
Floyd County Campus: 706-802-5381
Gordon County Campus: 706-624-1112 or 624-1114
Polk County Campus: 770-684-7349
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| How does the COMPASS work? |
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COMPASS consists of testing in three basic categories:
1. Writing Skills
2. Reading Skills
3. Numerical Skills
An additional test in Elementary Algebra is required for students planning to enroll in one of the following programs:
NOTE: All Degree programs require Algebra.
Automated Manufacturing
Aviation Maintenance
Avionics Maintenance
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Drafting (all drafting programs: certificates and diplomas)
Echocardiography
Electrical Control Systems
Electronics Technology
Industrial Mechanical Systems
Industrial Systems
Public Works Civil Technician
Radiation Therapy
Radiologic Technology
Respiratory Therapy
Vascular Technology
The purpose of the COMPASS test is to evaluate your current strengths academically. It provides the CVTC staff the information needed to place you in the proper career track so that you can better meet your educational goals.
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| Types of COMPASS test questions |
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The Writing Skills test measures your understanding of appropriate usage in grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, writing strategy, and writing style.
The Reading Skills? test measures your ability to find specific information in text, and to make logical inferences that extend beyond the text information.
The Numerical Skills test assesses your knowledge and skills in the performance of basic math operations using whole numbers, decimals, and fractions.
The Elementary Algebra test measures pre-algebra knowledge and skills such as your understanding of prime numbers, absolute values, scientific notation, and square roots.
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| How to prepare for the COMPASS test? |
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It is very important that when you test you are well rested and are not "rushed". Plan to arrive on campus with ample time to pay your application fee, complete an admissions application, and locate the testing center.
If you think you may need to review the kind of information that will be on the test, you can go to the following websites for sample questions:
Compass Sample Questions can be obtained by visiting the website listed below:
http://www.act.org/compass/sample/index.html
You may want to visit Coosa Valley Technical College's StudentSuccess Centers located on each campus. Additionally, the Student Success Centers contain a PassKey learning lab where you can prepare for the COMPASS test at a self directed pace. All services and assistance in the Student Success Centers are free. For more information you can call Jan Whatley at (706) 295-6841.
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