ACT WorkKeys NCRC
measures and certifies the essential work skills needed for success in jobs across industries and occupations
OUR PROCESS
Register
Register to take the ACT WorkKeys test today!
Pre-Assessment Strategy Session
Before the test, you will receive a test strategy session.
Take Test
There are 3 assessments you take to determine your overall score.
One-On-One Counseling
After the test, you will receive one-on-one counseling to either match your skills with an employer or improve your score.
QUICK MISSISSIPPI FACTS IN NUMBERS
With the ACT workkeys ncrc, individuals can:
- Build confidence that their skills meet the needs of employers
- Show prospective employers concrete proof of their skills
- Apply real-world use to coursework from the classroom
- Determine skill improvement and training needs
- Improve the opportunities for career changes and advancement
- Earn college credit at many institutions and reach academic goals more quickly
NCRC MEasures
The NCRC measures the most important skills affecting an individual's job performance.
4 scoring levels
Bronze
Silver
Gold
Platinum
3 assessments
Applied Math
Graphic Literacy
Workplace Documents
ACT WOrk ready community
ACT Work Ready Communities (WRC) empowers communities and states with process, data and tools deployed in a common workforce development framework to drive economic growth.
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Every tester will receive a
Pre-Test Strategy Bootcamp and an opportunity to improve your score through a
Score Improvement Program
one-on-one counseling
After the test, you will receive one-on-one counseling to improve scores or match with an open job.
ALL ABOUT THE BADGE
An ACT WorkKeys digital badge quickly shows the world what you have accomplished with your WorkKeys scores, and badging makes it easy to share your skill achievements with employers and organizations. Digital badges are quickly becoming the common language of verified skills, so you’re well on your way to getting noticed for your achievement. If you’re a Platinum, Gold, or Silver WorkKeys NCRC badge earner, you can also obtain college credits through PLA (Prior Learning Assessment programs) by digitally sharing your transcript with accepting institutions.
Bronze NCRC
Bronze NCRC earners have scored a minimum level score of 3 on the ACT WorkKeys assessments.
Silver NCRC
Silver NCRC earners have scored a minimum level score of 4 on the ACT WorkKeys assessments.
Gold NCRC
Gold NCRC earners have scored a minimum level score of 5 on the ACT WorkKeys assessments.
Platinum NCRC
Platinum NCRC earners have scored a minimum level score of 6 on the ACT WorkKeys assessments.
HOW TO USE IT
SOCIAL MEDIA
Share your achievement on social media! Especially on channels/platforms you use to communicate with employers.
LABOR MARKET INSIGHTS
Based on your skills, you can learn which employers are hiring, what job titles you might be qualified for, salary ranges, and more.
UPDATE YOUR RESUME
Be sure to include your badge along with your diploma, degrees, or other accomplishments.
DIGITAL TRANSCRIPT
Use your WorkKeys badges to further your education and see what career-specific training is out there.
PROMOTION
Your badges tell employers you have the skills needed to succeed. Include your badges when applying for jobs at your current employer or prospective jobs.
NEW CAREER
Your WorkKeys accomplishment is just the beginning. Search for new career opportunities and training pathways.
Who is eligible for FREE testing?
All Recruitment Sustainment Program (RSP) soldiers, Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) candidates, all currently serving Army National Guard and all currently serving Airmen are eligible for FREE testing.
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