GACE Computer Skills Competency Test

Effective 9/30/07, the only test which the PSC will accept to satisfy the technology requirement is the new GACE COMPUTER SKILLS COMPETENCY TEST.

• Test Design and Framework (pdf)
• Assessment Preparation Worksheet (pdf)
• Sample Questions (pdf)
• Preparing for the Test (pdf)
• Computer Skill Competency Preparation Guide (pdf)

Need to take a GACE Prep course? Click Here!

The KSU ETTC will be offering the GACE test on the following dates.

WARNING regarding PUNCTUALITY - You must be EARLY to the GACE test. If you are late and the test has already begun, you will NOT be allowed into the session. You will be required to register for the next available session. Unfortunately, this happens every test session. Please arrive 30 minutes EARLY to ensure you have plenty of time to park and locate the ETTC.

Note: You only need to register for one of these test sessions.

WARNING regarding PUNCTUALITY - You must be EARLY to the GACE test. If you are late and the test has already begun, you will NOT be allowed into the session. You will be required to register for the next available session. Unfortunately, this happens every test session. Please arrive 30 minutes EARLY to ensure you have plenty of time to park and locate the ETTC.

Passing Score - On a scale of 1-300, candidates must make a 220 or better to pass the Computer Skill Competency GACE Test.

*Candidates who do not pass the Computer Skill Competency GACE Test can retake the test as many times as they need to, but there must be at least 30 days between testing attempts.

Location: Here are directions to the KSU ETTC - We are located on the 2nd floor of Kennesaw Hall in the Bagwell College of Education (Building 1 on the KSU map).

Parking Pass: A parking pass will be emailed to you. This pass should be displayed in your windshield. You must have this parking pass to park in the deck or you will receive a ticket. Please park in the East Parking Deck #9 as displayed on the KSU map.

Cost for the GACE Test:

1. When you come for your testing session, you will need to bring a credit card (VISA or MasterCard only) and you will pay an online amount of $35.00 directly to GACE.

What to Bring to the GACE Test:

• One must be a current, government-issued ID in the name in which you will register, bearing your photograph and signature (i.e., a driver's license or military ID card)
• The other form of ID must have your name on it (e.g., a credit card or birth certificate).

Registering for the GACE Test:

Download and Fill out this Registration Form (word document)

Fill out the registration form and fax to Missy Sidwell at (770) 499-3263 or mail to:

Educational Technology Training Center
Kennesaw State University
Attn: Course Registration
1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw Hall - Box #0127
Kennesaw, Georgia 30144

You will receive a confirmation via E-mail and regular mail prior to the testing date.

Important!! If you have not received a confirmation two days prior to your test date, please call Missy Sidwell at 770-499-3262.

Contact Missy Sidwell - KSU ETTC Registrar at 770-499-3262 or msidwell@kennesaw.edu for more information.

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