Located in the Student Services area of the HUB, the Assessment Center assists students and the community in meeting their educational, employment, and personal goals through the use of a variety of assessment tools.
The Assessment Center offers convenient registration for the exams listed below. Please select the appropriate link for more information about the testing options we offer.
- Placement Testing - COMPASS/ASSET are acceptable tests for CBC course placement. Placement tests are required for full-time degree or certificate programs, or any English and math courses.
- COMPASS is offered two to three times per week at various times. Visit our Testing Calendar to view available dates and times.
- Schedule your appointment in person or by calling the Assessment Center at 509-547-0511.
- EXCITING TESTING NEWS!!! Walk-in Thursdays - Beginning June 2014. No appointment needed on Thursdays to test. Bring picture id, proof of payment and SID #, (SSN# for Running Start). Placement Test sign-in: 9am - 1pm. Retake sign-in: 9am - 2pm
- Looking for Study Resources?
- Prior to taking your math COMPASS test or to prepare for a retest, complete the pre-assessment at EdReady to determine your existing math readiness. Then use the customized study plan to accelerate your math success! EdReady Printable PDF
- Review study and practice resources to improve your score using practice websites.
- Placement Reciprocity Request Form Have you taken a placement test for another Washington state community or technical college? If so, that placement level can be used here at CBC. The placement recommendation must have been made within the last 12 months to be considered. Review the information on the Placement Reciprocity Form and follow the instructions to submit your request.
- Live outside the area? COMPASS scores are accepted from other colleges. Math test scores are valid for one year; reading and writing scores valid for two years. Scores must be sent directly from the college that you test with. Scores may be faxed to us at 509-544-2037.
- View Placement Test Scores (COMPASS/ASSET)
- View New Placement Interpretation (COMPASS) valid beginning Summer Quarter 2013 enrollment (Opens in a new window - be sure pop-ups are allowed for columbiabasin.edu.)
- Placement Retesting Policy
- Request COMPASS Scores or log on to "My CBC Kiosk" and view or print scores 24/7.
- GED - Used to earn a high school diploma equivalent.
- Critical Thinking Assessment - For admission into CBC’s Dental Hygiene Program.
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TEAS - For admission into CBC’s Nursing and Radiation Technology programs.
- TEAS/Critical Thinking Testing Schedule
- NEW! Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Exams
- Proctored Exams
- Testing Calendar
- Please be aware that our testing rooms and computer screens are monitored by cameras.
The Columbia Basin College Assessment Center discourages you from bringing valuables such as jewelry, phones, watches, money, and credit cards with you to the test center. If you do bring them, you will be required to store them in a locker and you may claim them when you are finished testing. CBC cannot assume responsibility for the loss or damage of any personal belongings brought into the testing center. We strongly recommend you secure your valuables and bring only those items necessary during your appointment.
Assessment Center Hours of Operation
Monday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tue - Wed: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.