CSET: Social Science

CSET: Social Science consists of 3 subtests:

• Subtest I (test code 114)
• Subtest II (test code 115)
• Subtest III (test code 116)

For computer-based testing at a test center, you may register to take any one subtest or all three subtests in a single test session.

For testing remotely via online proctoring, subtests are administered in separate testing sessions. You must register for each subtest separately.

Format

Computer-based test (CBT) and online-proctored test:

• Subtest I: 39 multiple-choice questions and 3 constructed-response questions
• Subtest II: 39 multiple-choice questions and 3 constructed-response questions
• Subtest III: 40 multiple-choice questions and 3 constructed-response questions

Content

Review the test structure for CSET: Social Science.

Dates

Computer-Based Testing
By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays). Check appointment availability .

Online Proctoring
By appointment with an online proctor during one-week testing windows each month.

Session Length

Computer-Based Testing
Subtests I and II: 2 hours and 15 minutes per subtest
Subtest III: 1 hour and 45 minutes
All 3 subtests in a single session: 6 hours 15 minutes
Learn more about how the subtests are administered in a single session.
15 additional minutes are provided to complete a nondisclosure agreement and tutorial.

Online Proctoring
Subtest I and II: 2 hours and 15 minutes per subtest
Subtest III: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Subtests are administered in separate testing sessions; therefore, candidates must register for each subtest separately.
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 available testing time.

Online Proctoring
No breaks allowed.

Locations

Computer-Based Testing
Locate a test center .

Online Proctoring
You may test remotely, including from home. Review system and testing environment requirements .

Fees

Computer-Based Testing
$99 per subtest taken separately
$297 for all subtests taken together
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Online Proctoring
$99 per subtest taken separately
(Candidates must register and pay for each subtest separately.)
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Passing Score

220 per subtest

Test Results

Computer-Based Testing
Test results are available within 7 weeks of testing.
Review test results release dates.
Candidates will receive a receipt of completion at the conclusion of their test center appointment.

Online Proctoring
Test results are available within 5 weeks of testing.
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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.

Preparation

View the tutorials and preparation materials available for this test.