Corporate and Individual
Assessment Services

For information: 780-644-6055

We offer assistive technology assessments to individuals with physical, sensory, and/or learning disabilities. If you have a disability and want to determine which technology would be most useful for you, contact us for more information.

For information: 780-644-6095

We offer safety self-study packages and testing.

WHMIS(Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

The WHMIS training package follows the federal and provincial guidelines for worker education. It is for people who manufacture, work with, or are in proximity to controlled products. When you pass the tests, you receive a WHMIS certificate.

TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods)

The TDGtraining package follows Transport Canada's guidelines for training criteria. It is for people who handle, offer for transport, or transport dangerous goods. When you pass the test, you receive a TDG certificate.

We provide professional exam supervision (proctoring) to individuals or groups who must write examinations for educational or skills training programs. Our clients include both local and distance education students.

We provide prompt, reliable and professional service in our testing centre or at your institution.

Call 780-644-6096 for more information or to book exam supervision.

This series of tests, done on a computer, will evaluate your basic keyboarding and data entry skills, your ability to use a variety of software packages and your knowledge of non-computer office skills. Upon completion, you will receive a report indicating your level of competence.

Call 780-644-6096 for more information.

We provide academic assessment for employers, NorQuest applicants and students and to the general public. We use standardized tests and employer-developed exams to assess the math, reading and writing skills of prospective employees to determine whether they have adequate skills for the position. If you plan to further your education, we can assess your reading, writing and math skills to determine if you meet the expected standards.

If you apply for a NorQuest program or are a current student, an academic skills assessment may be required for two reasons:

• To determine whether you have the academic skills you need for the program
• To determine which academic upgrading courses you should take

Skills Assessment Tests for Career Programs

If you have not passed courses that are required for entrance into a career program or do not have proof of completing courses, you may be able to request an academic skills assessment.

Process:

1. Apply for the program, present your transcript or other academic documents, and pay the application fee.
2. Book a testing appointment by calling 780-644-6130. If you are unable to come to Edmonton for testing, ask about testing in your home community.
3. Complete one or more tests (for example, reading, math, writing, thinking skills).

When you have completed the tests, you will meet with an Assessment Advisor who will explain the test results and make recommendations. If your scores are satisfactory, the assessment may be accepted in place of the course requirements. If your scores do not meet the standard required, the Assessment Advisor will discuss educational options with you.

Academic Upgrading Placement Tests

When you apply for Adult Upgrading or English Language Training programs, an assessment may be done to ensure that you are enrolled in courses that match your academic skills. If you require your placement exam in an alternative format because of a disability, we will make special arrangements for you.

Process:

1. Apply for the program. You will be asked to speak with a Program Admissions Advisor to ensure that this is the most appropriate program for you. Pay the non-refundable application fee.
2. Book a testing appointment. If testing is not required, an Assessment Advisor will talk with you and plan your educational program. You do not need to study for the tests since the purpose is to determine your current level of skills. If you are unable to come to Edmonton for testing, ask about testing in your home community.
3. After testing (a standardized reading and math test and an essay), an Assessment Advisor will discuss your results with you and recommend appropriate courses.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)

The College recognizes prior learning by assigning credit for skills and knowledge acquired through work, non-formal education or training, self-study, and volunteer activities, as long as they match the skills and knowledge taught in our courses and meet the minimum standards. For example, if you have worked as an aide in a hospital for a number of years you may qualify for credits towards our Health Care Aide Certificate.

If you are eligible for prior learning assessment you will work with subject specialists from the program in which you want to register.

Call 780-644-6096 for additional information about recognition for informal learning.

 

Advance Course Credit

Course work completed at another post-secondary institution may be equivalent to course work at NorQuest College. To be considered for advance credit, a formal request for assessment is required. Request forms may be obtained from the Registrar's Office and must be submitted one month prior to the start date of the program. Fees may apply.

Note: Requests for advanced credit must be submitted one month prior to the program start date. Previous course work is subject to limitations based on the time frame in which the work was completed.

If you attended high school in another province and haven’t had your transcript evaluated in Alberta, we can help you move your home province transcript information to an Alberta high school transcript.

Call 780-644-6091 or email for more information.

If you are lacking a high school diploma you might be eligible to obtain an Alberta Equivalency Diploma. This diploma is accepted by most employers and some training programs, is a great alternative to writing the GED and is obtainable in one of two ways.

1. Credits
   

   If you attended high school in another province and haven’t had your transcript evaluated in Alberta, we can help you move your home province transcript information to an Alberta high school transcript.

   Cost:

   $50 + GST

2. GED Exams (General Educational Development)

   If you don’t have enough credits to earn an Alberta Equivalency Diploma, you can write the GED exams. If you pass all five exams (reading, writing, math, social studies and science) Alberta Learning will issue you a General Educational Diploma. These tests are scheduled every 4 - 5 weeks on Friday evenings and Saturdays.

   Cost:

   $200.00 + GST for first-time writers and re-writers

Call 780-644-6000 or email for more information or to book testing.

NorQuest is the official test centre for GED and TOEIC.

GED (General Educational Development)

The GED test battery consists of multiple-choice tests in writing, social studies, science, mathematics, and reading.

If you pass all the tests, you will receive a statement of your GED test marks and your high school equivalency diploma. Many employers accept the GED in place of a regular high school diploma and some post-secondary institutions accept the GED as a high school diploma equivalent. Call your post-secondary institute of choice to determine whether they will accept the GED as a high school diploma equivalent.

Although GED is an alternative method of obtaining a high school equivalency diploma it is not always accepted in lieu of Alberta Education credit courses for admission to higher education at post-secondary institutions; including post-secondary programs offered at NorQuest College. If you intend to apply to a post-secondary program it is best to check whether GED is acceptable in lieu of academic credit course work.

GED Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Out of the regular school system for at least ten consecutive months

Test Fees

Basic fee: $200 + GST ($250 + GST after the deadline)

Small-group testing: $300 + GST (group testing fee), plus the basic fee/person

Private writing: $300 + GST (by appointment only)

GED Test Dates for 2012

If you have a disability and require special accommodations for the GED, or if you wish to write the exams in French, call 780.644.6091 for information before you apply.

If you think you may not be ready to write the GED tests, you can sign up for our GED Prep course.

Do some of your employees require GED instruction? We can offer customized instruction.

For more information or to register call 780-644-6000 or email.

TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication)

The Test of English for International Communication is the worldwide standard for measuring English proficiency in the workplace. If you write and pass the test, you will receive a TOEIC Certificate of Achievement, which lists your total score on a range from 10 to 990.

There are TWO TOEIC tests available and they are as follows:

Register for the test

1. Online at www.etscanada.ca
   
   
2. In person or by phone ( with your credit card) at NorQuest College: 780-644-6000
   
   
3. By phone ( with your credit card): 1-800-615-8666
   

Please note:

We must take your picture on the day of testing. Because of the paperwork required for this process, TOEIC Canada has established firm application deadlines. No applications can be accepted after the application deadline!

The tests start promptly at 10:00 am but you MUST be here by 9:00 am. to allow time for the pictures.

For information on TOEIC in Canada:

Phone: 1-800-615-8666
Email: info@toeic.ca
Website: www.toeic.ca