Testing Center Policies

• All testers must to show valid, physical picture ID before they are admitted for their test. For some tests a student ID is acceptable, others require a government issued ID. Check with the Testing Center staff to ensure you bring the correct type of ID.
  • A picture of your ID on your phone, or your student id number is not acceptable.
• All tests will be scheduled so they are complete 30 minutes prior to closing, with a 15 minute grace period.  If a tester arrives after the grace period and their test will run into close time the test will be rescheduled.
• Food and drinks are not allowed in the testing room.
• Certain types of clothing and accessories are prohibited in the testing room. 
  • This includes but is not limited to: heavy/puffy coats and vests (light jackets are ok), purses, phones, backpacks and bags, FitBit or other fitness items, hats, smart watches, sunglasses, contents of all pockets.
  • Testers must put all items in a locker before entering the testing room. 
  • If the tester is unable to adhere to these policies, he or she will be asked to reschedule to a time when they are able to follow all Testing Center rules to ensure academic integrity.
• Testers are not allowed to have unauthorized objects in the testing area, as per the Testing Center, authorized proctors, and/or instructors. Instructors are notified of any unauthorized objects taken into the testing room.
  • This includes but is not limited to: cell phones, prohibited clothing items, electronic devices, books, and notes.
• No breaks are allowed once testing has begun, except if allowed by the testing vendor or on a case-by-case basis.
• All notes and scratch paper, even notes for open book/open notes tests, must be turned over to Testing Center personnel upon completion of an exam, before a tester goes to their locker.
  • All notes and scratch paper are shredded unless there is instructions to turn them in to the instructor on file.
• Testers may not access any other information except for their exam unless identified and approved by the course instructor. The Testing Center staff must have confirmation of any exceptions from the instructor before the beginning of the exam.
  • This includes but is not limited to: email, messages, grades, classroom discussions, chat, computer/internet history settings or any other websites or programs.
• Once testing is complete the tester will immediately sign out and exit the testing room. If testers wish to review their grades, they must do so on a computer outside of the testing area.
• Proctors have the right to inspect the computer and testing environment before and after completion of the exam.
  • This includes but is not limited to: The testing computer, internet usage history, email messages, notes, cell phones and electronic devices. Instructors are notified if any unauthorized behavior occurs during the exam and an Incident Report will be filed.
• LCSC students testing with an outside proctor must follow LCSC rules as well as rules at their chosen proctor site.
• All exam fees, when applicable, must be paid before testing.
• All testing is monitored and recorded by video camera with audio capabilities.

Violation of any of the testing policies or provisions outlined here is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and, as such, may be subject to investigation and adjudication by the Vice President for Student Affairs. An Incident Report will be filed with the students instructor and the Student Affairs office.