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	Module 1: 60 minutes Module 2: 60 minutes Examinees will also have 15 minutes for a computer-based testing tutorial. 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 .
Test Sites	CBT sites are located in Pennsylvania, nationwide, and in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and Canada. Locate a test center .
Qualifying Score	Performance criterion (cutscore): 220 per module For information about qualifying scores, visit http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/testing_requirements/8638.
Reference Materials Provided for this Test	A glossary of common acronyms used in this field will be available during both modules. Review it now.
Test Fee	$50 per module; $87 for both modules. Review test fee and payment information.
Score Reporting	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.

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