Preparing For Your COVID-19 Test

Click the link below to view each step or scroll down to view them all. 

Step #1: Select a Testing Location

Testing is Available in Aptos, Davenport and Watsonville


Salud Para La Gente

The testing site is outside Salud Para La Gente's main entrance. Please park in the back parking lot. Street parking is also available.

Step #2: Register for Inspire Testing Lab

You will only need to register once. Each individual wanting to test will need to register.

Students and staff will need to select their school district and school site on the left side of the panel.

All parents and families will use the community member registration. 

After registering, you will be sent a QR code via email and text message. Please save this QR Code. Every time you would like to test, you will need to show this QR code. Please have it accessible when you arrive at the testing site. 

Step #3: Arriving at the Testing Site

All COVID-19 tests are nasal swab PCR tests administered by a trained professional. You can request to self-swab.

Please have your individual QR code from step #2 ready when you arrive. The QR code was emailed and texted to you. You will need this QR code every time you test. You are able to test at any location with the QR code.

Step #4: Wait for Test Results

You will receive an email and text message informing you that your COVID-19 test result is available to view. Test results will be available next day.

Please see our Frequently Asked Questions on the testing process.