Place into Higher-Level Courses
Additional placement exams are available for certain classes.
Placement exams are available for BIOL 99, CHEM 99, and various language exams. If you successfully complete these exams, you can waive the prerequisite requirement and enroll in higher-level courses.
Cost
There is no charge for these exams.
Credit
No credit is awarded for passing the placement exams. View the list of exams that can award credit for more information.
Schedule an appointment
Appointments can be made online through the Appointments tab in your myHeartland account. A photo ID is required when you take your placement exam.
Placement Exams Offered through the Testing Center
Additional language placement exams may be available through the academic departments.
Course | Exam Format | Time Limit | Percent Needed to Pass |
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BIOL 99 Biology for Health Careers Required: Must be at the appropriate math, reading and writing levels to be eligible for this test |
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No time limit (average time used is about one hour) |
70% |
CHEM 99 Preparatory College Chemistry Required: Students must be at the appropriate math, reading and writing levels to be eligible for this test |
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No time limit (average time used is about one hour) |
55% |
French Placement Exam |
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No time limit (average time used is about one hour) |
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German Placement Exam |
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No time limit (average time used is about one hour) |
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Japanese Placement Exam |
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No time limit (average time used is about one hour) |
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Spanish Placement Exam |
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No time limit (average time used is about one hour) |
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