Mission
The MCTA’s mission is to foster collaboration, promote cooperation, and facilitate information exchange among member colleges in Maryland. We are dedicated to enhancing the management and operation of college testing centers, analyzing, and refining testing instruments, and spearheading innovative initiatives. By offering continuous professional development opportunities, we aim to empower managers, professionals, and operational staff in the Maryland college testing field, keeping them well-versed in emerging trends and challenges.
Purpose
To foster collaboration and cooperation among member colleges about managing and operating college testing centers, analyzing, and reviewing testing tools, and implementing new initiatives.
To encourage information exchange among Maryland college testing managers and professionals regarding testing and operational practices.
To provide professional development opportunities and an enhanced understanding of emerging issues and trends for managers, professionals, and operational personnel within the Maryland College testing field.
To identify and monitor statewide mandates and guidelines for testing environments, procedures, and the application of testing results (including, but not limited to, placement testing).
To collect and disseminate information relevant to Maryland college testing personnel.
To serve as a professional resource and advocate regarding matters relevant to college testing with state agencies, such as the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC), and other affinity groups within Maryland higher education.