Assessment for admission

What Assessments do you offer?

Learners are often required to complete assessments to figure out where to begin upgrading or to demonstrate program admission requirements.

We offer these assessments:

• ACCUPLACER
• APN Math Assessment (for admission to the Access to Practical Nursing Program)
• Typing Skills Assessment
• Digital Literacy Assessments

* Please note, all of NVIT's assessments are in English.

When can I write an assessment?

Our Academic and Financial Planners are available by appointment Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm. We encourage learners to spend time reviewing the studying questions (see below) before booking an assessment. Once you are ready, you can book an appointment:

Call us: 1-877-682-3300
Email us: info@nvit.bc.ca

How can I prepare for the ACCUPLACER?

Confirm which ACCUPLACER assessments you will be writing. Generally, students complete the following assessments for admission/placement purposes:

• Reading
• Writing
• Arithmetic
• Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics (OAS)
• WritePlacer

In some cases, you may only be required to complete certain sections (ie. Math sections only).
Sample questions and/or a study app are available through the College Board ACCUPLACER website.

What should I expect when I visit to complete the ACCUPLACER assessment?

All assessments, with the exception of the WritePlacer, are multiple-choice responses.
Generally, it takes learners between 2-4 hours to complete the assessment. If you do not finish on your assessment day, you can save your work and arrange to return to complete your work.

How much does the ACCUPLACER cost to write?

The ACCUPLACER assessment is provided at no cost to learners.

Can I re-write an assessment?

If your initial attempt is not satisfactory, you will be permitted to re-write the assessment twice. After the third attempt, you will be required to provide proof of upgrading or tutoring, or wait three months before a subsequent attempt. This includes both the APN Math Assessment and ACCUPLACER assessment.

Can I transfer my results to another post-secondary school?

This varies by institution. It is your responsibility to contact the institution and confirm.

Can I complete the ACCUPLACER off-campus?

Yes. In order to write the ACCUPLACER off-campus, the following steps must be followed:

1. Find a qualified invigilator (located in Canada) such as a teacher, principal, Aboriginal Support Worker or librarian. Please note, this person cannot be a friend or relative. The assessment must be administered at an approved educational facility or library.
2. Coordinate with the invigilator to determine a date and time.
3. Provide NVIT with the following information about your invigilator:
   • Name
   • Title
   • Contact Information (business/work email, phone number and address)
4. NVIT will verify the invigilator information. Once approved as an invigilator, NVIT will send instructions to the invigilator.
5. Please note, it can take up to 5 business days for an invigilator to be approved.

Does NVIT offer group assessments?

NVIT offers a Community Based Assessment service which brings the ACCUPLACER, as well as individual career and education planning to your community. For more information, click here.

How can I earn credit for Prior Learning?

Prior Learning Assessment is recognition (in the form of credits) for learning that has occurred in a non-traditional environment (such as through employment, volunteer work, professional experience, etc.) Learn more about Prior Learning Recognition (PLAR) here.