*Virtual Testing Disclaimer*
- Virtual testing may not be the fastest option to get your scores in your MyVC account for course registration. You may see your scores after testing, however, your recorded session must be validated prior to scores being entered into your account.
- There is a processing period before and after your virtual testing session.
- Success in virtual testing will depend on your comfort with troubleshooting technology on your own and your network reliability.
- By choosing the virtual option, you agree to providing a webcam or laptop with a camera that can show the whole room and desk space.
- Virtual testing is subject to invalidation if there is indication of breach of the Virtual Testing Rules. If your test session is invalidated for this reason, it will still count as an attempt, but the score will not be considered acceptable and you may forfeit your ability to test again virtually.
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Please be aware that the office of Student Rights & Responsibilities has full authority to review the test session footage should the Testing & Assessment team believe that a policy violation has occurred.
We encourage you to test on campus if you want immediate support and score processing into your MyVC account.
Step 1: Review the Virtual Testing Rules to take the test virtually prior to filling out the required form below.
Step 2: Current Valencia College Students fill out the Virtual PERT Test Request Form to initiate the process.
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- If you are a Dual Enrollment applicant seeking information regarding testing for Valencia College's Dual Enrollment program, visit our Future Dual Enrollment Students webpage
Step 3: After completing the above form, an email will be sent within 3 business days outlining instructions to take the PERT virtually. This information will be sent to your MyVC email account, so be on the lookout for the subject titled "YOUR PERT ASSESSMENT" and be sure to also monitor your junk/spam folder.
PERT Virtual Retest
A student is allowed 3 PERT attempts (per section) with Valencia College within a two-year period (on campus and/or virtual).
NOTE: "Retaking the PERT" means you have already taken PERT at least once before at Valencia College. If you have not taken the PERT at Valencia College, it would be considered your "First Attempt".
- There is a 1 day wait period between testing sessions
- PERT retake fee ($10 per subject retake)
- Please review the PERT Review Material section prior to testing (optional)
- To retake the PERT virtually after having already tested virtually, follow the instructions sent to you via your Next Steps email (this email is sent after your test session has been reviewed)
- To retake the PERT virtually after having tested on campus, complete the PERT Virtual Form above
Preparation Resources
The results of the exam will determine which courses you can take at Valencia College. There’s no failing the exam, however it will impact the courses you'll take at Valencia College, so it's important that you study for the test.
*NOTE: Scores are not calculated on sample tests. Sample tests are only provided to illustrate the format of the test.
OPTIONAL: ONLINE TUTORING SESSION
Step 1: Review the PERT materials (links above) before meeting with a tutor. You must come with specific questions or identified areas where assistance is needed.
Step 2: Click here to access live, online tutors for PERT review.
OPTIONAL: ON-CAMPUS TUTORING SESSION
On-Campus Locations and Hours of Operation