Professional Certification Testing Center (PCTC)
About Our Testing Center
Our state-of-the-art testing facility offers high-stakes certification and licensure exams for students and community members. We also proctor exams for individuals enrolled in college, university, or business online courses outside the DFW area.
The Professional Certification Testing Center's mission is to promote student success, serve the community, and excel at administering exams in a secure, high-quality, service-oriented manner. We adhere to the National College Testing Association (NCTA) Professional Standards and Guidelines.
Amenities
Our testing center provides:
- Individual testing carrels
- Noise-canceling headphones
- Lockers for personal items
What exams can I take?
Scheduled Through Our Testing Center
- Certiport Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
- Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP)
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
- Exams for other colleges, universities, and businesses
(Texas state proctored exams include computer-based and paper/pencil tests)
To register for these exams
- Complete qualifying requirements for your test.
- Email PCTC to schedule your test: ProfessionalTesting@tccd.edu.
- Report to the PCTC on your scheduled exam day.
- Bring required documentation, including a valid driver's license or passport.
- Pay $25 proctor fee—cash, cashier's check, or money order only.
Scheduled Through Testing Provider
- Pearson VUE Testing
- PSI: FAA Airman Testing (at a later date)
To register for these exams
- Contact your test provider to register, schedule, and pay for your test.
- Report to the PCTC on your scheduled exam day.
- Bring required documentation, including a valid driver's license or passport.
Location, Hours, and Contact Information
Location
Northwest Campus
Professional Certification Testing Center
WCTS 1148
4801 Marine Creek Parkway
Fort Worth, Texas 76179
Parking
Park in the South Parking Lot and walk to the WCTS building. Please follow our map (PDF)Listen to avoid the construction zones.
Hours of Operation
Exam hours may differ from office hours.
- Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Evening, Saturday, and all other exam days are by appointment only.
Contact
Professional Certification Testing Center
Visit WCTS 1148
Call 817-515-7653
Updated September 02, 2021