Testing and Assessment Services

The Testing & Assessment Center provides key services to help you begin your academic journey with confidence. We offer course placement guidance under AB 705, support for students taking the Ability to Benefit exam, proctoring for make-up tests, and assistance with accommodated testing through the Disability Resource Center.

Testing & Assessment Center

Location: Student Services Building 8200 Room 8212

Phone: (650) 949-7743

Email: fhtesting@fhda.edu

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Ability to Benefit (ATB) Exam

The Ability-to-Benefit Test or “ATB Test" is an all-inclusive, non-proctored exam designed by the U.S. Department of Education to help identify students who possess the basic skills necessary to succeed in a post-secondary education program, but who lack a high school diploma.

If you plan to take the ATB Exam, you are required to have a note from the Financial Aid Office verifying that you are eligible for the exam.

For more information regarding Ability to Benefit (ATB) email fhtesting@fhda.edu or call (650) 949-7743.

For Faculty: Requesting Proctoring Services

Please note: Only faculty can make a request for scheduling an exam for FOL courses.

Foothill Online Learning (FOL) faculty can request proctoring services from the Testing & Assessment Center.

Visit the Online Learning website to schedule FOL exams through the Testing & Assessment Center.
Students can bring the FOL Faculty Request Form for Proctoring Services to faculty office hours to complete with faculty.
Faculty can then submit the form via email to fhtesting@fhda.edu three days in advance of the requested exam date.

Test Proctoring Request Form

Assessment for Placement

Foothill’s Testing & Assessment Center is here to help you begin your academic journey smoothly. Whether you need course placement recommendations, make-up exam support, or testing accommodations, our staff provides friendly, student-centered guidance every step of the way.

Accommodated Testing

Foothill College offers testing accommodations for DRC students with documented disabilities to ensure fair and accessible testing experiences. To qualify, you’ll need to register with the Disability Resource Center and meet with a DRC specialist to review your needs and confirm eligibility.

Boost Your Success with AB 1705

AB unnecessary delays and hurdles during placement. AB 705 is a rule that makes sure you’re placed into classes where you can succeed without unnecessary delays. Colleges look at what you already know from high school to recommend the best starting point in Math, English, and ESLL.

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Summer Office Hours

June 22 - Sept 25

Office Hours Details

Date Range	In Person	Virtual
Jun 22 - Jun 26	Mon-Thu: 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Fri: CLOSED
Jun 29 - Jul 03	Mon-Thu: 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Fri: CLOSED
Jul 06 - Jul 10	Mon-Tue: 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Fri: CLOSED	Wed-Thu: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri: CLOSED
Jul 13 - Sep 04	Mon-Tue: 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Fri: CLOSED	Wed-Thu: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri: CLOSED
Sep 07 - Sep 11	Mon-Thu: 8 a.m. -5 p.m.	Fri: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sep 14 - Sep 18	Mon-Thu: 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Fri: 8 a.m. -3 p.m.
Sep 21 - Sep 25	Mon-Thu: 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Fri: 8 a.m. -3 p.m.

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