All prospective students are required to pass the WorkKeys test prior to admission.

What is it?
​WorkKeys is a system of assessments and curriculum that build and measure essential workplace skills that can affect your job performance and increase opportunities for career changes and advancement. By completing the assessments, students can earn the National Career Readiness Certificate® (NCRC®). 

WorkKeys testing completed within 3 years must meet the minimum scores required per program (see below).  WorkKeys expiration date will be 3 years from the original test date and acceptable if paid registration is submitted prior to expiration.

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What to expect:
​WorkKeys tests are computer-based (online testing) and each test takes 55 minutes to complete. You do not need to take them all on the same day.

Scores are based on a skill level from 3 to 7 in the following categories:

• Applied Math
• Graphic Literacy
• Workplace Documents​

Cost:

• Applied Math - $13
• Graphic Literacy - $13
• Workplace Documents - $13

Location:
Knox Technical Center, 308 Martinsburg Road, Mount Vernon OH 43050

Days/Time:

• Wednesdays @ 5:00 pm
• Thursdays @ 5:00 pm
• Fridays @ 9:00 am

*A $15 proctoring fee may apply for testing outside the normal test schedule.  

How to prepare:
Sample/Practice test:   jobseeker.ohiomeansjobs.monster.com/Assessments/Home.aspx
If you need additional help, ask us about the ASPIRE program, which offers free tutoring.

How to schedule:
Call the main office at 740.393.2933

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Required Scores:

Cosmetology
Applied Math: 3
Graphic Literacy: 3
​Workplace Documents: 3

HVACR
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 4
​Workplace Documents: 4

​IT - Computer Systems
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 4
​Workplace Documents: 4

LPN to RN Transition
Applied Math: 5
Graphic Literacy: 5
​Workplace Documents: 5

Industrial Maintenance Technician
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 4
​Workplace Documents: 4

Nail Technician
Applied Math: 3
Graphic Literacy: 3
​Workplace Documents: 3

Phlebotomy
Applied Math: 3
Graphic Literacy: 3
​Workplace Documents: 3

Practical Nursing
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 4
​Workplace Documents: 4

Public Safety (all)
Applied Math: 3
Graphic Literacy: 3
​Workplace Documents: 4

STNA
Applied Math: 3
Graphic Literacy: 3
​Workplace Documents: 3

Welding Certification
Applied Math: 3
Graphic Literacy: 4
​Workplace Documents: 3