Placement and Testing Services

Course Placement, Prerequisite Clearance and Make-Up Testing

We can help place students into classes that match their skills and experience, and proctor exams for students who need to make-up a missed in-class exam, test or quiz. We serve all Sierra College students and provide accommodations for students with disabilities.

Need help? Contact Placement and Testing Services

Our Services

• Placement
• Chemistry 1A Placement Examination
• Testing for English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Make-up Testing: For Students
• Make-up Testing: Faculty Resources and Procedures

Placement

We use students’ applications, high school transcripts and/or test score data to place students into math and English courses. As part of California’s new legislation (AB 705), this placement method offers students the opportunity to enroll directly into transfer-level English and math courses. If you should need additional help to succeed in your English and math courses, we offer academic help and counseling services.

Watch this video to learn more: Know Your Rights: The AB 705 Initiative and What it Means for Students

Placement Resources

• How we use your application, college transcripts and test scores for English and Math Placement
• How your recommended English Placement is determined
• How your recommended Math Placement is determined
• How to clear or waive a prerequisite/corequisite

Rocklin (LT1)

Chemistry 1A testing is offered every Friday at 8:50am for check-in. Testing begins promptly at 9:00am. No appointment is necessary.

Nevada County Campus (N1 216)

Chemistry 1A testing requires an appointment. Call (530) 274-5303 to schedule.

Tahoe/Truckee (N6 200)

Chemistry 1A testing requires an appointment. Call (530) 550-2225 to schedule.

Testing for English as a Second Language (ESL)

For the English as a Second Language (ESL) test, you will need a valid photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or school ID with student ID number), and should expect to take about two hours to complete the test.

Want to know more about our ESL classes? Visit English as a Second Language.

Should you need to retake the ESL test, you will need to wait one year after taking your test. Be sure to see an academic counselor for exceptions. Extenuating circumstances or medical emergencies may allow you to retest sooner with counselor approval.

Rocklin (LT 1)

ESL testing is offered Monday through Friday. No appointment is necessary.

Nevada County Campus (N1 216)

ESL testing is offered Monday through Thursday. No appointment is necessary.

Tahoe/Truckee (N6 200)

ESL testing requires an appointment. Call (530) 550-2225 to schedule. 

What to Expect at Your Make-Up Test

At the Testing Center, you will:

• Present a valid photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or school ID with student ID number)
• Go to an assigned testing station or private room
• Turn off your electronic devices and store all backpacks, purses and cell phones inside of pull-string bags.
• Faculty and staff will observe the testing lab from surveillance cameras and the window viewing area.
• Do not cheat. We will report academic dishonesty to your instructor.

Make-Up Testing: Faculty Resources and Procedures

The Sierra College Placement and Testing Center will only proctor Sierra College exams. We do not proctor exams from other colleges, universities or institutions. Students must attend Sierra College to be eligible for our services.

Tests need to be provided to the Placement and Testing Center at least 1-2 days before the student takes the exam.

Rocklin Campus (LT1)

For make-up exams on the Rocklin campus, keep in mind:

• All tests must include the Testing Center Proctor Form.
• Seating is limited. We will assist students on a first-come, first-served basis.

We will not administer tests for an entire class.

For return delivery options:

• Interoffice mail
• Instructor pick-up

Students can hand-deliver the test back to the faculty

Nevada County Campus (N6 200)

The NCC Testing Center must receive the teacher’s instructions to proctor an exam. Please use the NCC LRC Testing Instructions Form.

Tahoe/Truckee Campus (204)

Contact the Tahoe/Truckee Campus Testing and Proctoring office to make an appointment. Call (530) 550-2284 to schedule.