Testing Information

SinclairOnline works to provide alternative assessment—allowing students to complete their courses utilizing online testing, papers, reports, and/or course participation in lieu of traditional in-person testing methods.

However, some courses require supervised, paper-pencil or computer-based testing given either on campus or by a test proctor.

Determining the type of testing used in a SinclairOnline course prior to registration is a very important factor in the planning process. Test methods vary depending on the actual course(s) and section(s) for which you register, as well as your place of residence.

A list of courses that require test proctoring for upcoming academic terms can be seen and/or downloaded at the bottom of this page.

Proctored/Supervised Testing Information

Proctored, or supervised, testing can be completed at the Sinclair Testing Center, located at the college’s Dayton campus; an area learning center (Courseview in Mason, Englewood, Huber Heights or Preble County centers) by appointment; or, if you are a non-local learner, using a local, college-approved proctor in your area. For courses requiring test proctoring, where you live is a determining factor in whether you will be required to test at a Sinclair campus location or if you can find a local proctor for your testing needs.

It is the student’s responsibility to make the appropriate arrangements for completing all necessary testing, as required for each course, prior to the term’s start date. In addition, students should be sure to review each course syllabus for any updates to the test schedule or requirements on the first day of the term.

Which Courses Require Proctored Testing?

The following courses require in-person test proctoring. If your course’s section does not appear below, you are enrolled in a course that uses alternative (online) assessment that will not require a trip to a Sinclair location or the use of a proctor.

Note: Please check this listing periodically, as the information is subject to change.

• The Testing Center (located at the downtown Dayton campus)
• A Sinclair Learning Center by appointment (Courseview, Englewood, Huber Heights, or Preble County)
• Local approved proctor in your area (please see the Proctor Form for requirements)