Academic & College Credit Exams
Earn college credit by demonstrating knowledge you may already have.
TechArtSkills Centre provides testing services for eligible academic and college-credit examinations, including CLEP® and DSST®, in a professional testing environment in Mississauga.
Registration with the exam provider and booking your testing-centre seat may be separate steps, so review the instructions for your specific exam before attending.
College Credit Through Examination
College-credit-by-exam programs allow eligible students and adult learners to demonstrate college-level knowledge through standardized examinations.
Depending on the policies of the college or university receiving the score, qualifying results may be accepted toward college credit, placement, or degree requirements.
Credit policies vary by institution. Candidates should always confirm acceptance and score requirements with their college or university before registering for an exam.
Academic & College Credit Programs
CLEP Exams
College Board's CLEP program offers exams across multiple subject areas and may allow eligible candidates to earn college credit for knowledge they already possess.
DSST Exams
DSST offers college-credit examinations in a range of subject areas. Candidates should confirm exam registration, testing requirements, and institutional credit policies before booking.
Why Students Choose College Credit Exams
Demonstrate Existing Knowledge
Show what you already know through a standardized subject examination.
Potentially Earn College Credit
Qualifying scores may be accepted for credit depending on your institution's policy.
Support Degree Progress
Credit by examination may help eligible students meet program requirements more efficiently.
Flexible Subject Options
Programs such as CLEP and DSST offer examinations across multiple academic subject areas.
How to Book Your Exam
1. Confirm Your Institution's Policy
Ask your college or university whether it accepts CLEP or DSST credit and which score is required.
2. Register for Your Exam
Complete the exam-provider registration process and obtain any required ticket, authorization, or candidate information.
3. Reserve Your Test-Centre Seat
Choose an available date and time at TechArtSkills Centre where separate seat booking is required.
4. Attend Your Exam
Bring the required identification and exam registration information and follow the provider's test-day rules.
Before Your Academic Exam
- Confirm your exam registration is complete.
- Bring the identification required by the exam provider.
- Bring your registration ticket, authorization code, or confirmation when required.
- Review your institution’s credit policy before taking the exam.
- Arrive at the time stated in your TechArtSkills or exam-provider confirmation.
- Follow all check-in, security, and permitted-material rules.
Why Take Your Exam at TechArtSkills Centre?
Secure Testing Environment
Professional facilities designed for controlled exam delivery.
Convenient Mississauga Location
A convenient location for students and adult learners in Mississauga and surrounding communities.
Free Parking
Complimentary on-site parking is available for candidates.
Professional Candidate Support
Our staff provide clear check-in guidance and support throughout the test-day process.
Our Location & Facilities
Mississauga Location
Free Parking
Ground-Floor Access
Comfortable Waiting Area
Secure Lockers
Modern Testing Workstations
Ready to Take a College Credit Exam?
Confirm your institution’s credit policy, register for your exam, and reserve your testing appointment at TechArtSkills Centre.