The AVANT placement exam is the instrument used to determine which Modern Language course you place into. To test, you must make an appointment with the Testing Center. You will fill out an application to receive Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) credits on the day of the exam. The cost is $25.

Below is a chart showing the PLA credits you will receive depending on where you place.

The Testing Center will send your scores via email and will enter the scores into the Student System so that you can register for the class you place into. See Advising for any assistance needed with registering for these classes. It is advised that you check with Advising at the end of the semester, once you pass the class with a “C” or better, to make sure your PLA credits are processed.

The Testing Center will turn in your PLA form to the Division office for processing once they have your official test score. However, it is advised that you check with advising at the end of the semester, once you pass the class, to make sure your PLA credits are processed.

Although the PLA credits are “free”, you will still have to pay for the placement exam, the class itself and any materials required for the class.