Testing Services
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The MCAS Iwakuni Education Office offers a range of military classification testing. We can also proctor exams if needed for your college classes. The National Test Center operated by UMGC offers CLEP, DSST, Pearson VUE certification exams, and ETS exams (GRE, Praxis, TOEFL).
AFCT (Armed Forces Classification Test)
2nd Wednesday of the month
- This in-service equivalent of the ASVAB measures aptitude and abilities necessary for a Marine’s or Sailor’s successful performance on the job and during formal school training. Members taking this test are interested in qualifying for officer programs or a lateral MOS move. Marines need a command approval letter to sit for the exam.
DLPT (Defense Language Proficiency Test)
1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month
- This exam is designed to determine proficiency in a specific foreign language. College credit may be recommended based on the level of proficiency. Specialized language testing can be requested if computer-based exams are not available.
DLAB (Defense Language Aptitude Battery)
4th Wednesday of the month
- This exam is designed to aid in the selection of personnel for language school training. Measures an individual’s aptitude to learn a new language.
ASTB (Aviation Selection Test Battery)
ASTB/OAR testing upon request/availability
- This exam is used in the selection process for all Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard aviation programs and other select officer programs and can take up to four hours to complete. The OAR (a portion of the ASTB) is also available.
The NTC at MCAS Iwakuni is operated by the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) and offers CLEP, DSST, Pearson Vue certification exams, and ETS exams (GRE, Praxis, TOEFL). Please contact them directly to schedule an exam or with any questions.
National Test Center
Address:
Marine & Family Programs
Bldg. 411
Rm. 109
Phone: 0827793392
DSN: 253-3392
Email: Iwakuni-ntc-asia@umgc.edu
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CLEP/DSST
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Thursdays | 9-11 AM
- CLEP and DSST exams are a great way to save time and money and get you closer to earning your college degree. Check with your college for information on how many credits/which tests they may accept to go toward your degree.
- Learn more about these exams, including resources to help you prepare, at:
Pearson VUE
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Thursdays | 9 AM - 1 PM
- Many professional licensures and certifications are available in a wide variety of subjects including academic, government, health, information technology, professional certifications, and licensure exams, such as ASMC, Cisco, CompTIA, DSS, Excelsior, GMAT, ISC2, NREMT, PTCB, and much more.
- To learn more, visit:
Third-Party and ETS Exams
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Third-Party and ETS Exams
- Contact the NTC for information and availability on Third-Party and ETS exams.