Pearson Acquires ITS to Expand Professional Assessment Reach

The acquisition formalizes a long-standing commercial partnership between the two companies, with ITS transitioning into Pearson’s Professional Assessments division. This integration brings specialized expertise in remote proctoring and performance-based testing into Pearson’s broader portfolio, which already serves customers in nearly 200 countries.

Art Valentine, president of Assessment & Qualifications at Pearson, noted that the deal supports the company’s strategy to act as a trusted infrastructure provider for verified skills. Pat Ward, president of ITS, characterized the move as a natural evolution for a firm that has collaborated with Pearson since 2009. Both organizations intend to leverage their combined resources to pursue AI-driven improvements in testing integrity and candidate experience.