ACT WorkKeys

What is WorkKeys®?

WorkKeys® is an employment skills assessment system. Employers use WorkKeys® to measure workplace skills of employees and job applicants. Schools and colleges also use WorkKeys® to prepare students for the workplace.
To see a list of all the WorkKeys assessments click here.
ACT maintains a database of Occupational Profiles. that show the skill levels required for an occupation across jobs, companies, or industries.

What is the National Career Readiness Certificate and why do I need it?

The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC). is a portable credential that helps build a job seeker's confidence and verifies that his or her skills match an employer's needs.
The Certificate verifies your work readiness skill level to potential employers and demonstrates your commitment to success:.

• It demonstrates your basic skill levels in three specific areas to employers.
• It gives you an advantage when applying for jobs.
• Once employers know your skill levels, they can determine if you are a qualified candidate for their job openings, as the NCRC complements your diploma and resume.
• Employers across all businesses and industries are looking for a reliable way to measure foundational skills to ensure they are hiring qualified candidates.
• An NCRC increases the likelihood that you will be successful in a particular job.

How do I earn the National Career Readiness Certificate?

You can earn the NCRC by taking the following three WorkKeys® assessments:

Applied Mathematics.
Locating Information.
Reading for Information.

You must score at least a Level 3 on all three of these assements to earn the lowest level NCRC.

What are the levels of the NCRC and what do they mean?

There are four levels of the NCRC. They are determined by the candidate's score on the three WorkKeys assessments:

Bronze
• The candidate has scored at least a Level 3 on each of the three assessments. This means that the candidate's skills match 35 percent of the jobs in the WorkKeys Occupational Database. .
Silver
• The candidate has scored at least a Level 4 on each of the three assessments. This means that the candidate's skills match 65 percent of the jobs in the WorkKeys Occupational Database. .
Gold
• The candidate has scored at least a Level 5 on each of the three assessments. This means that the candidate's skills match 90 percent of the jobs in the WorkKeys Occupational Database. .
Preminum
• The candidate has scored at least a Level 6 on each of the three assessments. This means that the candidate's skills match 99 percent of the jobs in the WorkKeys Occupational Database. .

What is the Proficiency Certificate for Teacher Assistants and why do I need it?

TheNational Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC). provides a valid, field-proven way to boost elementary education in the United States, in accordance with the No Child Left Behind Act.

How do I earn the Proficiency Certificate for Teacher Assistants?

You can earn the NCRC by taking the following three WorkKeys® assessments::

Applied Mathematics.
Business Writing.
Reading for Information.

What to bring with you on assessment day?

Yes. ACT® offers the following WorkKeys® practice tests you can take from your home computer:

• Applied Mathematics
• Applied Technology
• Locating Information
• Reading for Information

Click here to get started.

What to bring with you on assessment day?

• You must bring a valid, non-expired, photo ID (Drivers license, Military ID, Passport etc.).
• The First and Last names on your ID must match the First and Last names in your WorkKeys account.
• Small deviations, such as Dave instead of David are allowed.
• Candidates should know or bring their ACT WorkKeys/National Career Readiness login information.
• Candidates do not have to bring a 4-function calculator for the Applied Mathematics test. One will be provided by AcuSkill.
• Candidates will be provided with the official WorkKeys Applied Mathematics Formula Sheet as seen
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Click here to get started.

Scheduling

• During the checkout process, when prompted, use the Paypal Payment option to pay for the Exam Sitting Fee (Proctor/Booking Fee).
• If the proctor fee is not paid during checkout, then your seat is not reserved.
• ***NO CANCELLATION POLICY: When a candidate schedules an exam sit time at AcuSkill, that seat is fully reserved for that candidate and is not available for other candidates. At the time of reservation, that specific time and date is taken out of the scheduling and registration system. Because of this AcuSkill does not allow cancellations.

Rescheduling

• You may reschedule your exam through the online scheduling system, 24 hours / 7 days a week, up to 48 hours prior to the start of your exam.
• You must give at least a 48 HOUR NOTICE in order to reschedule.
• Rescheduling an exam time less than 48 hours prior to the start of your scheduled time is subject to a forfeiture of the proctoring fee.
• Proctoring fees are due and are non-refundable and non-transferable for no-shows.