Reading Comprehension Test

Wednesday, March 20th, 2024

This is the EMS University Reading Comprehension Test used to meet requirements to enter the EMT Program.

In order to enter the EMT Program, students must pass the EMSU Reading Assessment Test or achieve the appropriate score on a comparable reading assessment examination to verify reading comprehension at the ninth grade level (see Table below):

Recommended/Required Prerequisites According to Assessment Score
Assessment Score Range Prerequisite Class(es)
EMSU Reading Assessment * Pass None
EMSU Reading Assessment * Fail May Retake Assessment
ACCUPLACER 70+ None
ASSET 39+ None
COMPASS 82+ None

Once you have successfully completed the exam, you will be provided with a certificate.