CSET: Mathematics

CSET: Mathematics consists of 3 subtests:

Subtest I (test code 211)
Subtest II (test code 212)
Subtest III (test code 213)

For the Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics, you must pass Subtests I, II, and III. This credential authorizes teaching all mathematics coursework.

You may register to take any one subtest in a single test session.

Format

Computer-based test (CBT) only:

Subtest I: 35 multiple-choice questions and 3 constructed-response questions
Subtest II: 35 multiple-choice questions and 3 constructed-response questions
Subtest III: 30 multiple-choice questions and 2 constructed-response questions

Content

Review the test structure for CSET: Mathematics links to a PDF

Dates

By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays). Check appointment availability opens in a new window

Session Length

Subtests I & II: 2 hours and 30 minutes per subtest
Subtest III: 2 hours
15 additional minutes are provided to complete a nondisclosure agreement and tutorial. Any time taken for breaks is considered part of your available testing time.

Locations

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Fees

$99 per subtest
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Passing Score

220 per subtest

Test Results

Test results are available within 7 weeks of testing.
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Policies and Rules

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Before you test, review the list of materials that are prohibited at the test center

Notes

A graphing calculator will be allowed for Subtest II only. Examinees must bring an approved graphing calculator to the test administration.

Subtests I, II, and III include one or more assignments that allow you to handwrite and scan responses. See scanning instructions links to a PDF and the hand-draw tutorial video opens in a new window for information on how to use a response sheet for handwritten responses. (The instructions will be available during testing.)

Preparation

View the tutorials and preparation materials available for this test.

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

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