Testing Center

About Proctoring Services

The Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Testing Centers are pleased to offer proctoring services, for a fee, to students and community members. Proctoring services can be utilized for a wide range of situations, such as admissions testing for other schools, distance education coursework, employment opportunities, certification examinations, or any other time a monitored testing environment is needed.

When proctoring exams, we ensure the integrity and security of the exam through identification verification and supervision in a secure environment. Trained test proctors are able to provide one-on-one monitoring of students through in-room seating, viewing glass, and continuous video surveillance. Partitions are also available for both computerized and paper-based testing to prevent visibility of others’ computers and to minimize distractibility.

All test-takers must present an acceptable form of photo ID to complete a test in the Testing Centers. Identification presented must be valid and without cracks or other potential evidence of tampering. We will accept the following forms of ID for proctoring appointments:

  • State issued driver’s license (temporary driving certificates are not accepted as identification)
  • State issued identification card
  • High school student ID (verifiable)
  • College student ID (verifiable)
  • Current federal-issued ID card
  • Current, unexpired passport
  • Tribal ID card

In order to maintain test integrity and security, all electronic devices, including cell phones, smart watches, Google and/or smart glasses, tablets, laptops, etc. will not be permitted into the testing rooms. Backpacks, coats, and large purses will also not be permitted. You will only be allowed to take into the testing room what is specifically indicated in the examination instructions. We do have lockers onsite to store personal belongings; however, the lockers will not accommodate large bags or coats. We recommend you leave such items at home. We will provide paper and writing utensils, as indicated on the examination.

All requests for proctoring services must be approved by the Director of Assessment and Credit for Prior Learning. Please contact Kathy Hall (kathy.hall@rccc.edu, 704-216-3468) to request approval in advance for proctored exams.

Proctoring Services Payments

The Testing Centers currently charge a $20.00 proctoring fee for each test administered and proctored within the Testing Centers. If you are scheduled to complete more than one exam during an appointment, you must pay for each individual test. The proctoring fee is non-refundable; however, you will be allowed one reschedule opportunity for a previously paid for exam. Proof of payment is required prior to your test administration. We offer two payment options, as indicated below.

Payment Options

  • Debit/Credit Card – You can pay online using a debit/credit card by accessing the Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Official Payments website for Proctoring Payments. You can use Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express. In the Home Institution box, please indicate the name of the school for which you are testing. If you pay online using this method, you are required to bring a printed copy of the payment confirmation for your scheduled appointment and/or show the confirmation email on your cell phone prior to the beginning of your test administration. If you lose your confirmation, you can access it through the Official Payments website by selecting on Payment Verification option on the gray toolbar.
  • Cash – If you prefer to pay with cash, you may do so upon arrival. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time if you are paying with cash. The proctor will direct you to the Navigation Station location upon arrival for your appointment to make your payment. You will receive a receipt for your payment that is to be shown to the proctor prior to test administration.