Reading (005)

Format

Computer-based test (CBT)
100 multiple-choice questions

Time

2 hours and 45 minutes total appointment time

15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
2 hours and 30 minutes testing time

Test Dates

By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays)
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Test Sites

Located in Michigan and nationwide
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Passing Score

220

Test Fees

$129 test fee.
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Score Reporting

Scores are released within 6 weeks of testing.
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Testing Policies

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Notes

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

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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.