This conference paper examines issues regarding minimum competency testing, including: (1) the history and current status of minimum competency testing programs, in the U.S. and especially in the Midwest; (2) technical characteristics of minimum competency tests; (3) the relationship of minimum competency tests to the regular curriculum and testing program; (4) implementation and evaluation questions for minimum competency testing programs; and (5) accomplishment of minimum competency testing goals. (Author/APM)