AvantProctor Test Monitoring
Avant hires, certifies, and manages all of its own proctors. This allows us to maintain a higher standard of quality assurance, security, and flexibility.
Why Remote Proctoring?
Safeguarding the integrity of our tests assures the scores are a true representation of test takers’ actual language proficiency. All of Avant’s proficiency assessments are required to be proctored by a representative authorized by the organization sponsoring the test.
Remote proctoring allows students, teachers, and business professionals to test securely without traveling to a classroom or testing center.
Test takers ages 13 through adult can take Avant STAMP 4S, STAMP WS, PLACE, and Spanish Heritage Language tests while being remotely monitored by a human proctor to ensure test integrity.
AvantProctor At a Glance
- Availability
- 6:00am – 5:00pm PST (UTC – 08:00)
- Age of Testers
- 13 through adult
- Supported Devices
- Desktop, Laptop, or Chromebook. See Technology Guide for details.
- Other Devices Needed
- Webcam
- Additional Security Features
- Screen and audio are captured, processed, and retained for 15 days. Human proctors monitor the session and review videos from webcams and recordings.
- Privacy Policy
- See Avant Privacy Policy
Add AvantProctor When You Order
Let your account manager know you need remote proctoring when placing your order.
Or, add it to an existing order.
AvantProctor User Guides
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most common questions about AvantProctor. For further questions contact us.
Who is proctoring the assessment?
AvantProctor’s team is trained and managed by Avant Assessment.
What forms of ID are accepted by AvantProctor?
We accept government, digital, and school-issued photo IDs. A parent or relative’s ID may be used if they have the same last name as the test taker.
What assessments are offered?
AvantProctor supports Avant STAMP, PLACE, and Spanish Heritage Language (SHL) assessments.
Avant STAMP for ASL is not supported by AvantProctor at this time.
Is there a time limit for an AvantProctor session?
Yes. An AvantProctor session lasts up to 3 hours (180 minutes). Test takers may use all or a portion of this time. Please note that test takers are responsible for managing their time within sections.
How long does it take to complete each section?
STAMP
- Reading: 35-40 minutes
- Writing: 20-25 minutes
- Listening: 35-40 minutes
- Speaking: 20-25 minutes
Your test might not include all the sections.
PLACE
- Self-Evaluation (not included in the score): 5 minutes
- Reading: 15-20 minutes
- Contextualized Grammar: 10-15 minutes
- Writing: 5-10 minutes
- Speaking: 5-10 minutes
Your test might not include all the sections.
SHL
Times will vary.
Avant SHL assessment includes up to eight sections depending on the test takers’ proficiency level. Read more about SHL Test design and SHL Test Section Descriptions.
How many questions are in each assessment?
STAMP
- Reading: about 30 multiple-choice questions
- Writing: 3 prompts
- Listening: about 30 multiple-choice questions
- Speaking: 3 prompts
Your test might not include all the sections.
PLACE
- Self-Evaluation (not included in the score): 5 questions
- Reading: about 20 questions
- Contextualized Grammar: about 15 questions
- Writing: one (1) prompt
- Speaking: one (1) prompt
Your test might not include all the sections.
SHL
Avant SHL assessment includes up to eight sections depending on the test takers’ proficiency level. Read more about SHL Test design and SHL Test Section Descriptions.
How do I schedule a proctored Avant assessment?
Please contact your testing coordinator in your school/organization.
How can I cancel or reschedule a proctored Avant assessment?
Please contact your testing coordinator in your school/organization.
What should I do if I need special accommodations?
Please contact your testing coordinator in your school/organization.
What equipment is needed for AvantProctor?
Please refer to the Network/IT Coordinator Technology Guide and Test Taker Technology Guide.
IMPORTANT: Tablets or iPads are not supported by AvantProctor remote testing.
How are writing responses submitted for languages with accents and special characters?
Please see our Writing Guide for language-specific directions and activating online keyboards.
Is there a handwritten writing section option available?
No, a Handwritten Writing Section option is not available for tests proctored with AvantProctor. However, this option is available for in-person testing.