Professional Certification Testing

Contact Hawkeye For Your Testing Needs

If you need to take a professional certification exam, contact Hawkeye! We administer a variety of certification exams for different test companies.

To Make an Appointment

  1. Register, schedule, and pay for the exam online at www.ase.com.
  2. Contact the Testing Center to confirm your appointment, especially if you scheduled it within the last 24 hours before your test date.

What to Bring to the ASE Test

When you arrive at the Testing Center on test day, make sure you have:

  • Your ASE ID from your online registration (e.g., ASE-1234-5678)
  • A non-expired government-issued photo ID with your signature.

Then you can check in and get started!

Learn more at ase.com

Hawkeye Community College is authorized by the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners to administer certification exams for:

  • Dental Jurisprudence
  • Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence
  • Dental Assistant Radiography/Radiology
  • Dental Assistant Infection Control/Hazardous Materials
  • Dental Assistant Jurisprudence

Allotted exam Time: 60 minutes per exam

Cost: $20 per test.

Registering for Your Exam

Dental exams are by appointment only, and you’ll need to register in advance. Here’s how:

  1. Fill out the Exam Registration form to choose your exam date and time at Hawkeye.
  2. Contact the Business Office to pay the proctor fee. Be sure to keep your receipt, as you’ll need it on the day of your exam.

What to Bring on Exam Day

When it’s time for your exam, bring:

  • Your receipt from the Business Office for the proctor fee
  • A non-expired government-issued photo ID with your signature

ETS (Educational Testing Service) assessments are commonly used for educational purposes, such as college admissions, graduate school applications, professional certifications, and English language proficiency.

If you’re planning to take an ETS test, they provide plenty of study resources, including sample questions, study guides, and online practice tools.

Visit ets.org for more info and to register

Hawkeye Community College is an official Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) testing center for PSI computerized testing.

Each test has specific eligibility requirements. Please visit faa.psiexams.com for more information.

Register for your FAA Exam

Iowa Pesticide Applicator Testing is an exam that certifies you to safely apply pesticides and other chemicals, following local, state, and federal regulations. It’s required for anyone working in agriculture, pest control, landscaping, or any industry where pesticide use is involved.

Pesticide Applicator Testing at Hawkeye

Hawkeye's Testing Center provides Pesticide Applicator Testing, offered as a computer-based exam through Quia for the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS).

Schedule Your Exam

Cost = $20

It’s just $20 per half-day of testing. You can take as many different exams as needed, though each exam can only be taken once.

Contact the Business Office to pay your exam fee. You can pay by cash, check (made out to Hawkeye), or card.

On the Day of Your Test

  • Check-in: The Testing Center is on the second floor of the Hawkeye Center.
  • Bring ID: A valid, government-issued photo ID is required to take the exam. Acceptable IDs include a driver’s license, passport, or immigration green card. If you take a break between exams, you’ll need to show your ID again before continuing.
  • Payment Receipt: Bring your receipt for the testing fee.
  • What’s Provided: Hawkeye will provide everything you need for the exam, except for your Quia username/password.

Your photo ID is the only personal item allowed in the testing room. Any other items discovered during testing will result in your exam being ended, and the situation will be reported to the Pesticide Bureau.

You can store personal items in lockers, but it’s best to leave valuables at home or in your car. Hawkeye and the Pesticide Bureau are not responsible for any lost or damaged property.

Kyterion offers global certification exams across a wide range of industries and fields. Hawkeye is an authorized Kryterion testing center.

Register at kryterion.com

Meazure Learning offers a wide range of tests across various industries, with a focus on providing secure, flexible, and reliable testing solutions. Hawkeye is an authorized Meazure Learning testing center.

Visit meazurelearning.com to learn more and to register

Pearson VUE offers a wide range of professional and academic exams, ensuring secure and reliable testing for various industries.

Hawkeye serves as an official Pearson VUE testing center, offering convenient and secure access to computerized exams.

How to Register

Pearson VUE exams are available by appointment only, and advance registration is required. Visit the Pearson VUE website for test-specific details, scheduling options, and preparation materials.

All payments must be completed directly through Pearson VUE during the registration process.

Note: If no appointments are available within the next two weeks, please contact Hawkeye's Testing Center for assistance.

Schedule Your Exam

Prov offers Construction, Government, Cosmetology, Life Science, Workforce Development and Education exams. Hawkeye is an authorized Prov testing center.

Visit provexam.com to learn more and register

PSI Exams serve a broad range of industries, providing secure testing options for certification, licensure, and professional development. Hawkeye is an authorized PSI Exams testing center.

Visit psiexams.com to learn more and to register

Contact Us

Testing Center

Main Campus
Hawkeye Center 212
319-296-4318
Email the Testing Center

Testing is by appointment only.

Regular Hours — Spring 2025

Monday – Friday 8 AM – 4:30 PM

Business Office

Main Campus
Hawkeye Center 122
319-296-4417
Email the Business Office