Reading (005)

The last paper-based test administration will be conducted on July 14, 2018. All tests after July 14, 2018 will be administered through computer-based testing only.

Format

Computer-based test (CBT) and paper-based test (PBT) options
100 multiple-choice questions

Time

Computer-Based Testing
2 hours 30 minutes

Paper-Based Testing
up to 4 hours 30 minutes,
up to two partial-session tests may be taken per session

Test Session

Computer-Based Testing
Includes 15 minutes to complete a nondisclosure agreement and tutorial. Any time taken for breaks is considered part of your available testing time. Review test session information for computer-based testing.

Paper-Based Testing
Morning or afternoon, examinees will be assigned to either session:

Morning session: 7:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Afternoon session: 1:00 p.m.–6:15 p.m.

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Test Dates

Computer-Based Testing
By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays)
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Paper-Based Testing
Oct 14, 2017
Jan 13, 2018
Apr 21, 2018
July 14, 2018

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Test Sites

Computer-Based Testing
Located in Michigan and nationwide
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Paper-Based Testing
Options vary by test date.
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Passing Score

220

Test Fees

Computer-Based Testing
$130 test fee. Additional fees may apply.
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Paper-Based Testing
$75 test fee. Additional fees may apply.
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Score Reporting

Computer-Based Testing
Scores are released within 6 weeks of testing.
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Paper-Based Testing
Scores are released approximately 4 weeks after the test date.
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Testing Policies

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Notes

See "Reading and Reading Specialist Tests" below for important certification information.

Prepare

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Endorsement Code

Reading and Reading Specialist Tests

Please be aware that Reading (test code 005) and Reading Specialist (test code 092) are separate tests that correspond to different endorsements. The Reading and Reading Specialist tests are not interchangeable. Reading (005) may be used as a minor or a major, or as an additional endorsement at either the elementary or secondary level. Reading Specialist (092) is a graduate program to be used only as an additional K–12 endorsement for individuals who already hold teaching certificates. It is imperative that you take the test that corresponds to your approved program. You may be certified to teach only in areas in which your institution has an approved program. Please contact your advisor to be sure that you register for the correct test.

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

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