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Testing and Testing Services<\/h2>\n

With annual standardized achievement testing being required in NC, NCHE strives to help you fulfill this testing requirement. Below you will find types of tests and testing services.<\/p>\n

About NC Homeschool Testing Requirement<\/h4>\n

The state law requires each homeschool to administer a nationally standardized achievement test, or other nationally standardized equivalent measure, to all homeschool students annually until they graduate. Homeschools that don\u2019t administer an annual test to each of their students are not legally valid schools. If the homeschool is planning to issue a diploma they must meet the legal requirements to insure the diploma is valid. Some prospective employers or colleges want to see the test scores for all the high school years. The state does not dictate which test must be given or who is to administer it. Because of the NC compulsory attendance law, if your students are younger than seven, they are not required to be in school, therefore, are not required to be tested.<\/p>\n

From the NC Division of Non-Public Education (DNPE) website:<\/p>\n

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“In accordance with G.S. 115C-564, the home school chief administrator is required to administer a nationally standardized test or other nationally standardized equivalent measurement to each enrolled student on an annual basis. \u00a0The nationally standardized test or other equivalent measurement selected by the chief administrator must measure achievement in the areas of English grammar, reading, spelling and mathematics. \u00a0The chief administrator is responsible for securing and scheduling the nationally standardized test. \u00a0The test results must be kept on file at the home school for at least one year thereafter. Failure to retain test results\u00a0may jeopardize your child’s proper grade placement when seeking enrollment in a conventional school. \u00a0The test results must also be made available for annual inspection upon request by a DNPE staff member.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Many local support groups organize group testing for their members. If you are interested in group testing, contact a local group leader. If you need help in finding the support group nearest you, contact your region’s regional liaison<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Additional information about testing can be found at the DNPE website: Nationally Standardized Testing Requirement<\/a> and FAQ Testing<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Be sure to sign up to view the recording of our free webinar on Required Annual Homeschool Testing<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/h3>\n

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Commonly Used Nationally Standardized Tests<\/h3>\n

All homeschooled students are required to receive a yearly nationally standardized achievement test. By law, this test must measure achievement in the areas of English grammar, reading, spelling and mathematics. The most commonly used achievement tests are the Cat\/5\u00ae, the TerraNova (CAT 6), the Woodcock Johnson, the Iowa Test of Basic Skills and the Stanford Achievement Test..<\/p>\n

Tests may also be ordered and administered individually.<\/p>\n

Below are descriptions of commonly used tests.<\/p>\n

ACT<\/strong>
The ACT college readiness assessment is a standardized test for high school achievement and college admissions. The ACT also meets the NC homeschool testing requirement. The ACT code for NC is 969-999.\u00a0 \u00a0Cost:<\/strong> $70<\/p>\n

BASI Basic Achievement Skills Inventory
<\/strong>BASI is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades 3-12.
Covers: English grammar, reading, spelling, math\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format:<\/strong> Paper and on a computer in a testing center\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time:<\/strong> 2 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Cost:<\/strong> ~$35<\/p>\n

Brigance Comprehensive Inventory of Basic Skills (IED III Standardized)<\/strong>
The Brigance is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades k-9
Covers:<\/strong> English grammar, reading, spelling, math\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format:<\/strong> Some paper, but mostly given orally In person \u00a0 Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time:<\/strong> 1 hour\u00a0 \u00a0Notes:\u00a0<\/strong>The main use of Brigance is to determine where a child may have learning difficulties or if a child may be above average. The BRIGANCE IED III and the IED III Standardized are often used together for a more in depth understanding of a child’s needs. The IED III Standardized complies with North Carolina statute.\u00a0 \u00a0Cost:<\/strong> ~$85+<\/p>\n

California Achievement Test (CAT)
<\/strong>The California Achievement Test was published in 1970 and is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades K-12.
Covers:<\/strong> English, math, reading, science, writing (Note: Spelling section must be added to comply with NC law)\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format:<\/strong> Paper and Online\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>From most providers, yes (Untimed tests must be nationally normed) Time:<\/strong> 5.5 Hours
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California Achievement Test (Cat\/5\u00ae) Complete Battery or Survey<\/strong>
The California Achievement Test\u00ae, Fifth Edition (CAT\/5\u00ae) is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades K-12.
Covers:<\/strong> English usage, reading, spelling, math, science (optional), social studies (optional), study skills (optional)
Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Yes\u00a0 Format:<\/strong> Paper and Online\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>Yes\u00a0\u00a0Time:<\/strong> 2\u00a0 to 5.5 Hours\u00a0 \u00a0Notes:<\/strong> The test was normed in 1992, The Not-Timed CAT\/5\u00ae doesn’t comply with North Carolina statute. If you order the CAT\/5 Survey, be sure that it tests for spelling. Cost:<\/strong> ~$40<\/p>\n

TerraNova 1st Edition or TerraNova 2nd Edition<\/b> (CAT 6)<\/strong>
The TerraNova test is a nationally recognized, norm-referenced, standardized achievement test for grades K-12.
Covers:<\/strong> English usage, reading, spelling, math, social studies (optional), science (optional).\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format:<\/strong> Paper\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time:<\/strong> 2 to 5.5 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Notes:<\/strong> Social studies and science sections aren’t required per North Carolina statute.\u00a0 \u00a0Cost:<\/strong> ~$40<\/p>\n

CLT 3-6 and CLT 7-8<\/strong>
The CLT 3-6 (for 3rd-6th graders) and the CLT 7-8 (for grades 7 and 8) examinations are nationally standardized achievement tests.
Covers:<\/strong> English grammar, reading, spelling, and math.\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format:<\/strong> Online (Paper only in group testing)\u00a0 Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>CLT 3-6 No, CLT 7-8 Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time:<\/strong> 2 -2.25 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Cost:<\/strong> $39<\/p>\n

CLT 10<\/strong>
The CLT 10 examination is nationally standardized achievement test\u00a0 for grade 9-10.
Covers:<\/strong> English grammar, reading, spelling, and math.\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format:<\/strong> Online (Paper only in group testing)\u00a0 Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time:<\/strong> 2 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Cost:<\/strong> $49<\/p>\n

CLT<\/strong>
The CLT 10 college entrance examination is nationally standardized achievement test\u00a0 for grades 11 -12.
Covers:<\/strong> English grammar, reading, spelling, and math.\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: No, Remotely proctored by CLT \u00a0 Format:<\/strong> Online\u00a0 Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time:<\/strong> 2 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Cost:<\/strong> $59<\/p>\n

CTP<\/strong>
The Comprehensive Testing Program (CTP) assesses reading, listening, vocabulary, writing (and spelling), mathematics, and science for grades 2-11. The<\/em> 1st grade test does not comply with NC statutes.<\/em> Administered by Parent? <\/strong>Only online through CTP partners\u00a0 Format<\/strong>: Paper and online\u00a0 Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>Grades 2 and 3 are untimed, grades 4 – 11 are timed Time:<\/strong> Varies by grade level\u00a0 \u00a0Cost: <\/strong>~$65<\/p>\n

Iowa Test of Basic Skills and Iowa Test of Educational Development<\/strong>
The Iowa Test of Basic Skills is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades K-8. The Iowa Test of Educational Development is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades 9-12.
Covers:<\/strong> English grammar, reading, spelling, math, social studies, science\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Paper with a bachelor’s degree, online Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format: <\/strong>Paper and online\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time: <\/strong>2-6hours\u00a0 Notes:<\/strong> Social studies and science sections aren’t required per North Carolina statute.\u00a0 Cost:<\/strong> $40<\/p>\n

Personalized Achievement Summary System (PASS)<\/strong>
The PASS test is specifically designed for homeschoolers and is for grades 3-8.
Covered:<\/strong> Reading, math, language\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format:<\/strong> Paper\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>No\u00a0\u00a0Notes: <\/strong>The test should be administered at the beginning and the end of the school year\u00a0 \u00a0Cost:<\/strong>\u00a0 ~$38 per test<\/p>\n

SAT<\/strong>
The SAT college readiness assessment is a standardized test for high school achievement and college admissions. The SAT also meets the NC homeschool testing requirement. The national code for homeschools is 970000. Cost:<\/strong> $60 per test<\/p>\n

The Stanford Achievement Test (SAT-10)<\/strong>
The Stanford Achievement Test is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades K-12.
Covers:<\/strong> English grammar, reading, spelling, math, social studies, science\u00a0 Administered by Parent?<\/strong>: Paper with a bachelor’s degree, online bachelor’s degree not required\u00a0 \u00a0Format: <\/strong>Paper grades k-12, online grades 3-12\u00a0 \u00a0 Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>No\u00a0 \u00a0Notes:<\/strong> Social studies and science sections aren’t required per North Carolina statute.\u00a0 \u00a0Cost:<\/strong> ~$40<\/p>\n

Woodcock Johnson IV Tests of Achievement<\/strong>
The Woodcock Johnson is a nationally standardized test which is professionally given by a tester suitable for ages two to ninety-nine.
Covers: English grammar, reading, spelling, math (Basic version includes fluency scores). Science and social studies also available.\u00a0 Administered by Parent? <\/strong>No\u00a0 \u00a0Format<\/strong>: Some paper, but mostly given orally In person or online\u00a0 Is the test Timed?: <\/strong>Most of the test is untimed\u00a0 \u00a0Time:<\/strong> About 1 hour\u00a0 \u00a0Cost: <\/strong>Cost for English grammar, reading, spelling, math ~$60, Cost for basic achievement test ~$100<\/p>\n

For high school and college admissions testing, visit the Homeschooling High School<\/strong><\/a> section of our website.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Organizations Providing Tests
for North Carolina Homeschools<\/h3>\n

Following is a list of testing providers who have shared their information with us. We hope this list is helpful to you. NCHE does not endorse any testing service.<\/p>\n

AAA Educational Services, LLC
Shawn Hill
4819 Waxhaw-Indian Trail Road
Matthews, NC 28104
Telephone: 704-607-9092
Email: hillmshawn@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Test: Woodcock-Johnson IV<\/p>\n

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Academic Excellence
Nashville, TN 36211
Telephone: 866-960-9331
Email: customer.service@academicexcellence.com<\/a>
Web: www.AcademicExcellence.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Test: California Achievement Test (CAT)<\/p>\n

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Achieve!
Cindy Hyde
705 Old Mountain Page Road
Saluda, NC 28773
Telephone: (828) 329-9921
Email: cindy@achievementtesting.info<\/a>
Web: https:\/\/achievementtesting.info<\/a><\/p>\n

Tests: Woodcock-Johnson IV<\/p>\n

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Anchor Educational Evaluations & Consultations, PLLC
Rebecca Helms, LPA, HSP-PA, Psychologist\u00a0NC #5339
207 West Chatham St, Suite B
Apex NC 27502
Telephone: 919-792-8340
Email: rhelms@anchoreec.com<\/a>
Web: www.AnchorEEC.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Tests: Woodcock-Johnson<\/p>\n

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ATC Educational Services
Telephone: \u00a0(919) 266-2228
Web: \u00a0http:\/\/www.atced.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Test:\u00a0 Woodcock-Johnson, CTP (Comprehensive Testing Program)<\/p>\n

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Bob Jones University Press
Greenville, SC \u00a029614
Telephone: \u00a0(800) 845-5731
Web:\u00a0\u00a0http:\/\/www.bjupresshomeschool.com\/content\/testing<\/a><\/p>\n

Tests:\u00a0 Iowa, Stanford<\/p>\n

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Bowman Academic Services
Derrick Bowman
5865 Woodsway Drive
Pfafftown, NC 27040
Web:\u00a0www.bowmanacademicservices.com<\/a>
Telephone: 336-528-6248<\/p>\n

Test: Woodcock Johnson IV<\/p>\n

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Brewer Testing Services
2853 Davis Road
East Bend, NC \u00a027018
Telephone: \u00a0(336) 699-3997
E-Mail: \u00a0pat@brewertesting.com<\/a>
Web:\u00a0\u00a0www.brewertesting.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Tests: Stanford 10 Online (normed in 2018), Iowa Forms A, C and E (Form E is new and was normed in 2017), TerraNova\/CAT 6 Forms A & C, BASI Forms A & B, Woodcock-Johnson, OLSAT Online (IQ)<\/p>\n

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Brown Academic Services (Testing and Educational Therapy)
350 Mountview Ct SE Concord NC 28025
Telephone: 704.562.4869
Email: brownacademicservices@gmail.com<\/a>
Sign up for testing: https:\/\/calendly.com\/brownacademicservices\/woodcock-johnson-testing?month=2021-09<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Tests: Woodcock Johnson IV\u200b<\/p>\n

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Christian Liberty Testing Service
Telephone: 800-348-0899
Web:\u00a0\u00a0https:\/\/www.shopchristianliberty.com\/special-service\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Test: CAT<\/p>\n

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Covenant Education Services and Testing
Kristen Eckenwiler, M.Ed
1213 Queen Anne Rd.
Wilson, NC 27896
Email: covenantedsvs@gmail.com<\/a>
Web: www.covenanteducationservices.net<\/a>
All appointments and payments can be made online<\/p>\n

Tests: Woodcock-Johnson, Peabody Individual Achievement Test-Revised<\/p>\n

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ECHAD Educational Services
<\/span>Angela L. Wilkinson, M.Ed.
<\/span>307 Lancaster Avenue
<\/span>Monroe, NC 28112
<\/span>Telephone: (704) 441-0465
<\/span>Email: <\/span>wilkinsonsbyfaith@gmail.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Tests: Woodcock-Johnson<\/span><\/p>\n

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Elevate Learning Solutions
24 NW Court Square, #202
Graham, North Carolina 27253<\/p>\n

Email: elevatelearningsolutions@protonmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Test: Woodcock Johnson IV<\/p>\n

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Foundations Educational Services, LLC
Dawn Frink, MSW
2101 Piney Grove Wilbon Rd
Holly Springs, NC 27540
Telephone: 919-758-0811
E-mail: dawnfrink@foundationseducation.com<\/a>
Web: www.foundationseducation.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Test: Woodcock Johnson<\/p>\n

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Growing Scholars
Misty Spinelli
665 Belmorrow Drive
Charlotte, NC\u00a0 28214
704-394-2165
E-mail: growingscholars@aol.com<\/a>
<\/span>Web: www.growingscholars.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Test: Woodcock-Johnson<\/p>\n

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Hewitt Educational Resources
P.O. Box 9
Washougal, WA \u00a098671
Telephone: \u00a0(360) 835-8708
Web:\u00a0 http:\/\/www.hewitthomeschooling.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

\u200bTest: PASS<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Keystone Educational Services<\/div>\n
Lake Norman area and surrounding communities (Mooresville, Salisbury, Huntersville, Statesville, Winston, etc.)<\/div>\n
Telephone: 704-929-5723<\/div>\n
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website:\u00a0https:\/\/KeystoneEducationalServices.com<\/a><\/div>\n
email: Stefanie@KeystoneEducationalServices.com<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Test: Woodcock Johnson IV<\/div>\n
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Kipman Psychometry Services<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Amber Kippie-Reischman<\/div>\n
Winston-Salem, NC
Web: https:\/\/www.kipmanpsychometry.org\/<\/a><\/div>\n
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Tests:WRAT-5, Woodcock Johnson IV<\/p>\n

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Lighthouse Educational Services
81 Kendall Drive
Clayton, NC \u00a027520
Telephone: \u00a0(919) 302-5786
E-Mail:info@lighthouseedu.net<\/a>
Web: http:\/\/www.lighthouseedu.net\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Test:\u00a0\u00a0 Woodcock-Johnson<\/p>\n

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Master’s Mark Academics:\u00a0 Testing, Teaching, Tutoring
234 Spicewood Lane
Hendersonville NC 28791
Telephone: \u00a0(828) 699-1308
E-Mail:marji@mastersmarkacademics.com<\/a>
Web: http:\/\/www.mastersmarkacademics.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Test: Woodcock Johnson IV<\/p>\n

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Piedmont Education Services
4755 Duffer Lane
Pfafftown, NC \u00a027040
Telephone: (336) 815-1142
E-Mail: service@pesdirect.com<\/a>.
Web: \u00a0http:\/\/www.pesdirect.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Tests:\u00a0 CAT5, Woodcock-Johnson<\/p>\n

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Smoky Mountain Academic Resources and Services (S.M.A.R.T.)<\/div>\n
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Glenna Toney, Owner of SMART<\/p>\n

Asheville, NC 28805
Telephone: (828) 775-7949
E-mail:\u00a0glenna@smarttesting.net<\/a>
Web:\u00a0www.smarttesting.net<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Megan Beasley
Greensboro\/ Burlington\/ Raleigh\/Durham Area
Telephone: (704) 813-5186
E-mail:\u00a0megan@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Angelique Carpenter<\/div>\n
Clyde\/ Waynesville\/ Enka\/ Candler\/ West Asheville<\/div>\n
Telephone: (828) 301-1662
E-mail:\u00a0angelique@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Autumn Cline<\/div>\n
Ashe County, NC<\/div>\n
Telephone:\u00a0(828) 263-4272<\/div>\n
E-mail:\u00a0autumn@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Niki Cooper
Raleigh\/ Durham\/ Wake Forest\/Cary\/Wake and Surrounding Counties
Telephone: (919) 426-2984<\/div>\n
E-Mail:\u00a0niki.c@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Renee Gosart<\/div>\n
Davidson\/ Carbarrus\/ Mecklinburg Counties<\/div>\n
Telephone: (203) 913-4450<\/div>\n
E-mail:\u00a0renee@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Holly Gouge<\/div>\n
McDowell\/ Rutherford\/ Cleveland\/ Burk Counties<\/div>\n
Telephone: (828) 442-2507<\/div>\n
E-mail:\u00a0holly@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Mandy Koontz
Winston Salem\/ Lexington\/ Salisbury Area
Telephone: ((336) 442-7416
E-mail:\u00a0mandy@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Millie McCall
Polk\/ Rutherford Area
Telephone: (828) 243-5339
E-mail:\u00a0millie@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Mary Oliver
Jackson\/ Macon\/ Haywood and Far Western Counties
Telephone: (828)-508-8976
E-mail:\u00a0mary@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Charis Thanos<\/div>\n
Winston Salem\/ Lexington\/ Salisbury Area<\/div>\n
Telephone: (336) 252-8718<\/div>\n
E-mail:\u00a0charis@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Kyla Vance<\/div>\n
Burke\/ Catawba\/ Caldwell\/ Lenoir<\/div>\n
Telephone:\u00a0828-443-2464<\/div>\n
E-mail:\u00a0kyla@smarttesting.net<\/a><\/div>\n
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Tests: Woodcock-Johnson IV Tests of Achievement, IOWA Test of Basic Skills (Core Complete, and CogAT) Brigance (especially helpful for severely special needs students and can be administered at home)<\/div>\n
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Testing and Educational Services
<\/span>Katherine Starling
302 W. Washington Street
<\/span>Nashville, NC 27856 (Serving Nash\/Wilson\/Edgecomb and surrounding counties)
<\/span>Telephone: (636)364-8378
Web: https:\/\/testingandeducationalservices.webs.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Tests:\u00a0 Woodcock-Johnson<\/p>\n

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Triangle Education Assessments
2101 Piney Grove Wilbon Rd.<\/p>\n

Holly Springs, NC 27540
Telephone: (919) 387-7004
E-Mail: \u00a0\u00a0info@triangleed.com<\/a>
Web:\u00a0\u00a0www.TriangleEd.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Tests:\u00a0 Iowa E (paper and online), Iowa A, Stanford 10 (paper and online), TerraNova2 (CAT\/6), Brigance, and Woodcock-Johnson<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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  Testing and Testing Services With annual standardized achievement testing being required in NC, NCHE strives to help you fulfill this testing requirement. Below you will find types of tests and testing services. About NC Homeschool Testing Requirement The state law requires each homeschool to administer a nationally standardized achievement test, or other nationally standardized equivalent measure, to all homeschool students annually until they graduate. Homeschools that don\u2019t administer an annual test to each of their students are not legally valid schools. If the homeschool is planning to issue a diploma they must meet the legal requirements to insure the diploma is valid. Some prospective employers or colleges want to see the test scores for all the high school years. The state does not dictate which test must be given or who is to administer it. Because of the NC compulsory attendance law, if your students are younger than seven, they are not required to be in school, therefore, are not required to be tested. From the NC Division of Non-Public Education (DNPE) website: “In accordance with G.S. 115C-564, the home school chief administrator is required to administer a nationally standardized test or other nationally standardized equivalent measurement to each enrolled student on an annual basis. \u00a0The nationally standardized test or other equivalent measurement selected by the chief administrator must measure achievement in the areas of English grammar, reading, spelling and mathematics. \u00a0The chief administrator is responsible for securing and scheduling the nationally standardized test. \u00a0The test results must be kept on file at the home school for at least one year thereafter. Failure to retain test results\u00a0may jeopardize your child’s proper grade placement when seeking enrollment in a conventional school. \u00a0The test results must also be made available for annual inspection upon request by a DNPE staff member.” Many local support groups organize group testing for their members. If you are interested in group testing, contact a local group leader. If you need help in finding the support group nearest you, contact your region’s regional liaison. Additional information about testing can be found at the DNPE website: Nationally Standardized Testing Requirement and FAQ Testing.Be sure to sign up to view the recording of our free webinar on Required Annual Homeschool Testing.Commonly Used Nationally Standardized Tests All homeschooled students are required to receive a yearly nationally standardized achievement test. By law, this test must measure achievement in the areas of English grammar, reading, spelling and mathematics. The most commonly used achievement tests are the Cat\/5\u00ae, the TerraNova (CAT 6), the Woodcock Johnson, the Iowa Test of Basic Skills and the Stanford Achievement Test.. Tests may also be ordered and administered individually. Below are descriptions of commonly used tests. ACTThe ACT college readiness assessment is a standardized test for high school achievement and college admissions. The ACT also meets the NC homeschool testing requirement. The ACT code for NC is 969-999.\u00a0 \u00a0Cost: $70 BASI Basic Achievement Skills InventoryBASI is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades 3-12.Covers: English grammar, reading, spelling, math\u00a0 Administered by Parent?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format: Paper and on a computer in a testing center\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time: 2 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Cost: ~$35 Brigance Comprehensive Inventory of Basic Skills (IED III Standardized)The Brigance is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades k-9Covers: English grammar, reading, spelling, math\u00a0 Administered by Parent?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format: Some paper, but mostly given orally In person \u00a0 Is the test Timed?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time: 1 hour\u00a0 \u00a0Notes:\u00a0The main use of Brigance is to determine where a child may have learning difficulties or if a child may be above average. The BRIGANCE IED III and the IED III Standardized are often used together for a more in depth understanding of a child’s needs. The IED III Standardized complies with North Carolina statute.\u00a0 \u00a0Cost: ~$85+ California Achievement Test (CAT)The California Achievement Test was published in 1970 and is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades K-12.Covers: English, math, reading, science, writing (Note: Spelling section must be added to comply with NC law)\u00a0 Administered by Parent?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format: Paper and Online\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: From most providers, yes (Untimed tests must be nationally normed) Time: 5.5 Hours California Achievement Test (Cat\/5\u00ae) Complete Battery or SurveyThe California Achievement Test\u00ae, Fifth Edition (CAT\/5\u00ae) is a nationally standardized achievement test for grades K-12.Covers: English usage, reading, spelling, math, science (optional), social studies (optional), study skills (optional)Administered by Parent?: Yes\u00a0 Format: Paper and Online\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: Yes\u00a0\u00a0Time: 2\u00a0 to 5.5 Hours\u00a0 \u00a0Notes: The test was normed in 1992, The Not-Timed CAT\/5\u00ae doesn’t comply with North Carolina statute. If you order the CAT\/5 Survey, be sure that it tests for spelling. Cost: ~$40 TerraNova 1st Edition or TerraNova 2nd Edition (CAT 6)The TerraNova test is a nationally recognized, norm-referenced, standardized achievement test for grades K-12.Covers: English usage, reading, spelling, math, social studies (optional), science (optional).\u00a0 Administered by Parent?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format: Paper\u00a0 \u00a0Is the test Timed?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time: 2 to 5.5 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Notes: Social studies and science sections aren’t required per North Carolina statute.\u00a0 \u00a0Cost: ~$40 CLT 3-6 and CLT 7-8The CLT 3-6 (for 3rd-6th graders) and the CLT 7-8 (for grades 7 and 8) examinations are nationally standardized achievement tests.Covers: English grammar, reading, spelling, and math.\u00a0 Administered by Parent?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format: Online (Paper only in group testing)\u00a0 Is the test Timed?: CLT 3-6 No, CLT 7-8 Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time: 2 -2.25 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Cost: $39 CLT 10The CLT 10 examination is nationally standardized achievement test\u00a0 for grade 9-10.Covers: English grammar, reading, spelling, and math.\u00a0 Administered by Parent?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Format: Online (Paper only in group testing)\u00a0 Is the test Timed?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time: 2 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Cost: $49 CLTThe CLT 10 college entrance examination is nationally standardized achievement test\u00a0 for grades 11 -12.Covers: English grammar, reading, spelling, and math.\u00a0 Administered by Parent?: No, Remotely proctored by CLT \u00a0 Format: Online\u00a0 Is the test Timed?: Yes\u00a0 \u00a0Time: 2 hours\u00a0 \u00a0Cost: $59 CTPThe Comprehensive Testing Program (CTP) assesses reading, listening, vocabulary, writing (and spelling), mathematics, and science for grades 2-11. 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The state law requires each homeschool to administer a nationally standardized achievement test, or other nationally standardized equivalent measure to all homeschool students annually until they graduate. Homeschools that don\u2019t administer an annual test to each of their students are not legally valid schools. If the homeschool is planning to issue a diploma they must meet the legal requirements to insure the diploma is valid. Some prospective employers or colleges want to see the test scores for all the high school years. The state does not dictate which test must be given or who is to administer it. Because of the NC compulsory attendance law, if your students are younger than seven, they are not required to be in school, therefore, are not required to be tested.<\/p>

From the DNPE website:<\/p>

\"In accordance with G.S. 115C-564, the home school chief administrator is required to administer a nationally standardized test or other nationally standardized equivalent measurement to each enrolled student on an annual basis. \u00a0The nationally standardized test or other equivalent measurement selected by the chief administrator must measure achievement in the areas of English grammar, reading, spelling and mathematics. \u00a0The chief administrator is responsible for securing and scheduling the nationally standardized test. \u00a0The test results must be kept on file at the home school for at least one year thereafter. Failure to retain test results\u00a0may jeopardize your child's proper grade placement when seeking enrollment in a conventional school. \u00a0The test results must also be made available for annual inspection upon request by a DNPE staff member.\"<\/p><\/blockquote>

Many local support groups organize group testing for their members. If you are interested in group testing, contact a local group <\/a>leader. If you need help in finding the support group nearest you, contact your region's\u00a0Regional Liaison<\/a>.<\/p>

Additional information about testing can be found at the DNPE FAQ:\u00a0http:\/\/www.ncdnpe.org\/FAQs\/hhh114s.aspx<\/a><\/p>

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