Assessments & proficiency tests
At Okanagan College, we offer various assessments and tests designed to help you understand your current abilities and prepare for success in your academic journey.
Skills Assessments for Adult Upgrading
After you have applied and been accepted to the Adult Upgrading program, you will have access to our optional Math and English skills assessments, which are called MATH 001P and ENGL 001P.
These assessments are available online through Moodle and can be completed at any time. They are designed to help you determine which Math and/or English courses you should register for.
If the assessments are not already visible in your Moodle account, you may need to register for them online through myOkanagan, just as you would for any other course. Please visit How to Register and scroll down to “A Video Guide on How to Register” for instructions.
Trades entrance assessment (TEA)
If you have not met the Math and/or English admission requirements for a Trades Foundation program within the allowable timeframe, you may complete the Trades Entrance Assessment as an alternative way to meet the admission requirements.
You must apply for a Trades Foundation program and receive a response from admissions before you can register for this assessment.
For more information about the TEA, please visit Trades Entrance Assessment (TEA).
Program entrance assessments
A Math Proficiency Test may be completed to satisfy the math admission requirement for a number of programs. Please navigate to Testing Centre > Math Proficiency Test Information to learn more.
The Testing Centre offers typing tests for members of the community who are required to provide typing results for employment purposes. We also accommodate external students taking typing tests for admission into programs at other post-secondary institutions.
Typing tests can be completed online from home with an internet connection and a webcam. They are also available in person at the Salmon Arm, Vernon, and Penticton campuses.
To book a typing test, please visit Testing Centre.
Okanagan College’s in-person English language assessment (OCELA) test
This assessment is for English as a Second Language (ESL) students. New students complete the assessment to determine their placement in listening, speaking, reading, and writing courses. This assessment is normally held on campus prior to the start of classes.
Please visit OCELA to request an assessment.
Related Questions
Q1: Where is the Kelowna Testing Centre located?
A1: Please see the map below. .
Q2: I live outside of the Okanagan College region. Where do I book my math proficiency test?
A2: If you wish to book a math proficiency test and live outside of the Okanagan College region, please contact kelownatesting@okanagan.bc.ca for instructions. You will need to write your test in-person with a qualified invigilator at an academic institution. To view math proficiency practice tests and specific course and program requirements please refer to: Kelowna Testing Centre.
Q3. How can I prepare for my Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)?
A4: We have a lot of great resources to help you prepare for your test! Check out the test preparation resources at Kelowna Testing Centre.
Q5: What if I need to book an exam at the Penticton, Vernon or Salmon Arm campus?
A6: To schedule an exam at one of our other campus locations please use the contact information below:
Penticton: PentictonExams@okanagan.bc.ca
Vernon: VernonTesting@okanagan.bc.ca
Salmon Arm: SalmonArmExams@okanagan.bc.ca
Conclusion and next steps
Once you have completed your testing, please check your email for updates about results. If you have additional questions, please contact askoc@okanagan.bc.ca or Kelowna Testing Centre.