The RICA Video Performance Assessment requires the candidate to prepare three videos and accompanying templates, each of which includes (a) an Instructional Context Form, on which the candidate provides information relevant to the video-recorded instruction, such as information about the students and a lesson plan; (b) a 10-minute video recording of the candidate providing reading instruction to students; and (c) a Reflection Form, on which the candidate provides an appraisal of the video-recorded instruction, suggestions for further or alternative instructional strategies, and similar information.

For one video and accompanying template, the candidate must demonstrate whole-class instruction; for another, small-group instruction; and for the third, individual instruction. As detailed in the RICA Video Performance Assessment Guide, one video and accompanying template should demonstrate competencies in RICA Domains 1 and 2, one should demonstrate competencies in RICA Domains 1 and 4, and one should demonstrate competencies in RICA Domains 1 and 5.

Because the specific requirements for preparing videos and templates vary by program year, evidence prepared during one program year will not satisfy the requirements for another program year. When you register for the RICA Video Performance Assessment, you are required to prepare videos and accompanying templates according to the instructions in the RICA Video Performance Assessment Guide for that program year.

If you register for the RICA Video Performance Assessment during the 2024–2025 program year but do not submit your evidence to be scored by the final submission deadline of the program year (October 31, 2025), you will no longer be registered for the Video Performance Assessment. For information about refunds, read the Fees, Payment Information and Refund Policy.

Preparing Materials

The RICA Video Performance Assessment Procedures Manual includes specific instructions and requirements for completing the RICA Video Performance Assessment. Read the procedures manual carefully and adhere strictly to the procedures and policies for preparing your video packets for submission.

Submitting Materials

Once you have completed your three video packets, you should submit them for scoring by following the mailing procedures detailed in the RICA Video Performance Assessment Procedures Manual. Include the balance of the test fee, and mail your materials so that they are received by the submission deadline corresponding to your desired score report date.

After your submission is received, you will be sent a notice acknowledging receipt of your materials and confirming your score report date. If you have not received an acknowledgment of receipt of your materials within three weeks of submitting them, you should call (888) 793-7999 (toll free, US and Canada only).

The RICA Video Performance Assessment Information Guide provides a detailed description of the requirements of the RICA Video Performance Assessment and the steps it entails. The information guide is derived from and is very similar to the RICA Video Performance Assessment Procedures Manual, which candidates receive after registering for the Video Performance Assessment. The information guide is for informational purposes only. Registered candidates must follow the directions provided in the RICA Video Performance Assessment Procedures Manual.