A Math or Trades Math assessment provides a snapshot of your current math skills. You can use this assessment to determine whether you are ready to enter your program of choice, or need some upgrading first.
勛圖惇蹋 offers several options for completing a Math assessment. See the descriptions below to determine which option is best for you.
Option A: Assessment & Testing Centre
Select Option A if you have already completed Math 10 but need a higher placement for your program.
This is a computer-based assessment best suited for students who are fairly confident with their math skills. Even if its been a while since you last used math, you believe it would come back to you with a little review.
捧棗喧梗:泭泭Students who are registering for a Trades program (with the exception of Electrical or Fine Furniture) must select the Trades Math assessment.
Option B: Access Assessment
Select Option B if you have not completed Math up to a grade 10 level and would benefit from individualized support while completing your assessment. This assessment is one-to-one with a Camosun instructor.
Note:泭 This assessment places up to grade 11 level only.
Option C: Community Learning Partnerships
You can also take a one-to-one assessment through Community Learning Partnerships, which offers classes at community-based sites to make it easier to begin or return to learning.
泭Select Option C泭if you would like to complete your assessment with the any of following partnerships:
- Bridges for Women Society (Downtown and Westshore locations)
- Island Community Mental Health, W戔SNE College
- Victoria Native Friendship Centre
- Malahat Nation Community
Note:泭 This assessment places up to grade 11 level only
Accommodated assessments
If you have a documented disability and need support and accommodationssuch as adaptive software or a private roomto complete your assessment, contact Centre for Accessible Learning(CAL) before booking an assessment. They will help ensure you are met with the appropriate supports.
If you only require extra time or need to complete the assessment across multiple sessions, you can e-mail assessment@camosun.ca to adjust your appointment.
Still unsure?
If you are still unsure which assessment to choose, feel free to reach out in the following ways:
- Contact an Assessor at the School of Access by emailing accessassessment@camosun.ca.
- Get in touch with Student Navigator at (250) 370-3466 or (250) 370-3847 for help with selecting the best assessment starting point.
- Ask the Assessment & Testing Centre by emailing assessment@camosun.ca or calling (250) 370-3597.

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