Testing and Tutoring Center

Ability to Benefit Testing

Referrals for the Ability to Benefit Test are made through the Financial Aid Office. Once you have received a referral from the Financial Aid Office contact the Testing and Tutoring Center to make an appointment to take the test.

Test Administration for Students With Special Accommodations 

If you have documented disabilities and are permited to take your tests at the TTC, please make sure your instructor is aware of your need for accommodations by requesting that the instructor be notified by disability staff.  Testing is done on a drop-in basis unless students require the use of a computer and/or assistance during testing (such as a scribe or reader).  If you are allowed any of these accommodations, please call the TTC to reserve a room that meets your needs in advance of your test date.

All students are required to present a photo ID at the time of testing.

If you experience difficulty learning and would like to be tested for learning disabilities, you can go to the Learning Services website for additional information, or call them at (707)259-6058.

Examination Make-Up

The primary purpose of the TTC is to proctor tests for students with documented disabilities.  We will proctor tests for the general student population as a courtesy. Please be aware that students with accommodations have testing priority. During times of high testing activity (such as midterms and finals), students with accommodations will be served first.

If you need to test at the TTC make arrangements with your instructor in advance.  Picture ID is required. 

G.E.D. Testing

The current GED testing schedule is available  - 2010 GED Test Dates and Instructions. The G.E.D. costs $150 payable in cash at the time of registration.  Registration takes place the week before each set of test dates. You will need to bring a government issued photo ID (driver's license, state ID, passport, etc.), $150 in cash, and allow about twenty minutes to complete the registration process.

If you have already taken the G.E.D. and only need to retake a test or two, please call the TTC to make arrangements.

Go here if you've already taken your GED at Napa Valley College and need a copy of your scores or certificate.

General Assessment Testing 

Computerized English and math assessment testing is offered year-round. 

Appointments are necessary. You can make an appointment by calling 253-3270. Refer to Assessment Practice Tests to review practice tests for both the English and Math Assessment.

If you have specific questions regarding the assessment testing process please link to the Assessment Test Instructions document. If your questions are unanswered by this document please contact the TTC.

See the TTC Calendar for testing dates and times.

On the day of your appointment arrive 5 - 10 minutes early and bring a photo ID. 

Proctoring for Distance Learning Classes

Exam proctoring for distance education classes is available through the TTC for $25 per exam proctored.  For more information or to make an appointment, call (707)253-3270.

Tutor Training

All Napa Valley College tutors and Supplemental Instruction Leaders must attend tutor training, which is CRLA certified (College Reading and Learning Association).  Tutors are recommended by instructors and are endorsed by Anne McCallum, Testing and Tutoring Center Assistant.  They are required to have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and atleast a B grade in the class they are tutoring.  Tutors and SI Leaders learn how to facilitate learning and incorporate study skills and test taking techniques.  Tutoring is generally 1:1.  SI Leaders schedule group study sessions.  Training is scheduled during intersession, call Anne McCallum at 253-3270 for more information.

Tutoring/Supplemental Instruction 

Math tutors are available in the Math Center.  The schedule varies by semester, check the Math Center schedule for hours.  Tutors for other subjects vary by semester.

English students can get 1:1 help at the Writing Center.  Appointments can be made in person at room 832.

Supplemental Instruction encourages collaborative learning and integrates how-to-study with what-to-study.  SI is assigned to traditionally difficult courses.  SI courses vary by semester.

For more details about any of our services, please call us at (707)253-3270.