Special Education PreK–8

The Special Education PreK–8 assessment includes two modules. Examinees must take and pass both modules to qualify for Pennsylvania teacher certification. You may take one or both modules at one test appointment.

Format

Selected-response items

Module 1: 41 selected-response items
Module 2: 41 selected-response items

Time

CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement: 15 minutes
Module 1: 60 minutes testing time
Module 2: 60 minutes testing time

Examinees who take both modules during a single test session will also have a 15-minute break between the modules.

Test Dates

By appointment, year round. Test appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Check real-time seat availability Link opens in a new window.

Test Sites

CBT sites are located in Pennsylvania, nationwide, and in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and Canada. Locate a test center Link opens in a new window.

Passing Score

Performance criterion (cutscore): 220 per module

Reference Materials Provided for this Test

A glossary of common acronyms used in this field will be available during both modules. Review it now PDF

Test Fee

$50 per module; $87 for both modules. Review test fee and payment information.

Score Reporting

Preliminary test results are provided at the test center at the conclusion of your test session. Your score report is available within 10 business days after testing.

Testing Policies

When you register, you must agree to abide by all testing rules and policies. Read them now.

Prepare

View the preparation materials available for this test.

Tests may include test questions that are being evaluated for future administrations and that do not affect an examinee's score.