Attention: There are several options for satisfying the subject matter requirement. Learn more about how to demonstrate subject matter proficiency .
Online proctoring is ailable for Subtests I, II, IV, and V of this test. You may test remotely, including from home.
Is online proctoring right for me? Read more about online proctoring, including important polices and requirements.
The World Languages subtests taken toward a Single Subject Teaching Credential differ from the subtests taken toward a Bilingual Authorization. For more information on certification requirements, see Tests Used Toward Certification.
CSET subtests used toward a Single Subject Teaching Credential in Spanish:
Spanish Subtest I (test code 145) Spanish Subtest II (test code 146) Spanish Subtest III (test code 147)CSET subtests used toward a Bilingual Authorization for Spanish:
Spanish Subtest III (test code 147) World Languages Subtest IV (test code 250) Spanish Subtest V (test code 258)You may register to take any one subtest in a single test session.
Format Computer-based test (CBT) and online-proctored test: Subtest I: 40 multiple-choice questions and 3 constructed-response questions Subtest II: 40 multiple-choice questions and 1 constructed-response question Subtest IV: 50 multiple-choice questions Subtest V: 50 multiple-choice questions Computer-based test (CBT) only:Subtest III: 30 multiple-choice questions and 6 constructed-response questions Content Review the test structure for CSET: Spanish. Dates and LocationsComputer-Based Testing
+− Subtest I
By appointment during select 4-week testing windows. Check appointment ailability .+− Subtest II
By appointment during select 4-week testing windows. Check appointment ailability .+− Subtest III
By appointment during testing windows. View testing windows by test center locations. Check appointment ailability .+− Subtest IV
By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays). Check appointment ailability .
+− Subtest V
By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays). Check appointment ailability .Online Proctoring
+− Subtest I
By appointment with an online proctor during select one-week testing windows each year .
+− Subtest II
By appointment with an online proctor during select one-week testing windows each year .
+− Subtest IV
By appointment with an online proctor during one-week testing windows each month .
+− Subtest V
By appointment with an online proctor during one-week testing windows each month .
Session Length Computer-Based Testing Subtest I: 1 hour and 45 minutesSubtest II: 1 hour and 30 minutesSubtest III: 2 hours and 15 minutesSubtests IV and V: 1 hour and 15 minutes per subtest 15 additional minutes are provided to complete a nondisclosure agreement and tutorial. Online Proctoring Subtest I: 1 hour and 45 minutesSubtest II: 1 hour and 30 minutesSubtests IV and V: 1 hour and 15 minutes per subtest 15 additional minutes are provided to complete a nondisclosure agreement and tutorial. Breaks Computer-Based Testing You may take restroom breaks during testing. Time taken for breaks is considered part of the ailable testing time. Online Proctoring No breaks allowed. Fees $99 per subtest Review complete fee and payment policy information. Passing Score 220 per subtest Test Results Computer-Based Testing Subtest I: Review test results release dates. Subtest II: Review test results release dates. Subtest III: Review test results release dates. Subtest IV: Review test results release dates. Subtest V: Review test results release dates. Candidates will receive a receipt of completion at the conclusion of their test center appointment. Online Proctoring Subtest I: Review test results release dates. Subtest II: Review test results release dates. Subtest IV: Review test results release dates. Subtest V: Review test results release dates. Candidates taking an online-proctored test will not receive a receipt of completion when their test ends. Policies and Rules Computer-Based Testing When you register, you agree to abide by all testing policies and rules. Read them now. Before you test, review the list of materials that are prohibited at the test center. Online Proctoring When you register, you agree to abide by all testing policies and rules. Read them now. Before you test, review the list of reasons your exam could be stopped and/or revoked. Test Features Computer-Based Testing Subtests I, II, and III include one or more assignments that allow you to use special characters (e.g., diacritical marks) in your typed responses. Refer to the Character Selector tutorial for information on how to access and use this feature. Subtest III includes the use of a headset. Online Proctoring Subtests I and II include one or more assignments that allow you to use special characters (e.g., diacritical marks) in your typed responses. Refer to the Character Selector tutorial for information on how to access and use this feature. Subtest III is not ailable via online proctoring. Preparation View the tutorials and preparation materials ailable for this test.Tests may include questions that are evaluated for future administrations and do not affect a candidate's score.