PREPARING FOR THE TEST

Studying content specified by the test blueprint, which contains the entire set of test objectives, is the first step in preparing for the test. The test blueprint is available by selecting "Test Blueprint" on the VCLA Web site.

More information about the test can be obtained from the study guide. The study guide contains information about the test as well as sample test questions and can be viewed and printed free of charge by selecting "Study Guide" on the VCLA Web site.

Practice Tests

Full-length practice tests are now available for both the reading and writing subtests. The practice tests include sample questions and assignments as well as information to help candidates evaluate their performance. The practice tests can be downloaded and printed free of charge by selecting "Practice Tests" on the VCLA Web site.

CBT Tutorial Preview

Candidates taking a computer-based test are given an on-screen tutorial at the test center before taking the test. The tutorial demonstrates how to navigate through the test, how to indicate answers, and how to use the features of a computer-based test. A tutorial preview that provides sample screens from this tutorial is available by selecting "CBT Tutorial Preview" on the VCLA Web site.

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