What are the tests?
Two areas are tested: English and general media knowledge.

How long are the tests?
The tests take from 2 ½ hours to 3 hours to complete.

Why do I have to take an English test?
The English test evaluation students’ skills in three areas: reading, vocabulary and grammar.

This part of the test is multiple choice. There’s also an essay to assess your ability to communicate clearly and coherently, using proper grammar.
Reason: Jobs for graduates require you be able to read material and quickly understand it, be able to acquire a specialized vocabulary on top of an excellent general vocabulary and write and speak using proper grammar. A high level of proficiency is required.
Tips for success: Pick up a book of tests (SATs or GEDs) at any bookstore and do the practice exercises.

What is the general knowledge Media test about?
Students are assessed on a number of general knowledge areas (Canadian and international), including media, arts, entertainment, sports, history, geography, government and newsmakers. This portion of the test is multiple choice.
Reason: You need to have an above-average understanding of the world around you. There are a number of subject areas, so, as a well-rounded individual, you should be able to score well even if you are weak in some subject areas.
Tips for success: Read the newspaper every day, read a news magazine such as Maclean’s of the Canadian issue of Time, read summaries of world history, look over maps of the world.

Where do I take the tests?
The testing is done through our Test Centre

How do I book an appointment?
Appointments must be booked through the Test Centre. Call 727-4723 ext. 7079. Visit the Test Centre site for more details.

I live out of town and can’t make it to the Test Centre, what do I do?
You can arrange testing in your own area at an educational institution. See the requirements here

as well as the online form.