How to Book an Assessment

Admission

This is your step-by-step guide to booking an assessment at VCC. Assessments are for VCC programs only.

English & Math

  • ​Check the ​​English, math, and keyboarding assessment pages to see which test applies to your program
  • ​These assessments are for VCC admission and placement only

​Most assessments take place at VCC’s Broadway campus in a computer lab with standard equipment, time limits, and other students present.

​If you have a documented need and require accommodations (such as a screen reader, scribe, extended time, or access to a quiet room):

  • ​Contact​​ Disability Services or call 604.871.7000
  • ​Arrangements must be made before booking your assessment

​Take time to get ready for your assessment. Practice resources are available for:

​​ Assessment fees are non-refundable and non-transferable​

​​Before booking, make sure you have:

  • ​Your VCC ID number
  • ​The name of your program or course
  • ​The name of the assessment you need
  • ​A credit card (debit not accepted)
  • ​An understanding that completing an assessment does not guarantee admission

​👉 Book your assessment:

  • ​Location: All assessments take place in person at the VCC Broadway campus
  • ​ID: Bring one piece of government-issued photo ID (passport, driver’s license, or BC Services Card)
  • ​Timing: Arrive on time — late arrivals will not be admitted, and fees will not be refunded or transferred
  • ​Results: Results will be sent to you by email as soon as possible

​Please note

  • ​It is your responsibility to confirm and book the correct assessment for your program
  • ​The assessment schedule may change without notice

​Rescheduling your assessment (optional)

​You can reschedule your assessment if you email assessments@vcc.ca at least 48 hours before your booked time.

  • ​Less than 48 hours’ notice = you must rebook and pay again.​

Keyboarding

The keyboarding assessment is for VCC programs only.

Total cost: $41

  • $20 + GST for the Typist voucher
  • $20 proctoring fee

Steps to book

  • Go to the Typist site and purchase a voucher ($20 + GST)
  • Watch this video to see the process

Make sure you have:

  • Typist voucher number
  • Your VCC ID number
  • The name of your program

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.