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What Tests Do I Need to Take?

Concordia University MAT applicants are required to have taken and passed a Basic Skills Test (EAS, CBEST, Praxis I, or WEST-B) prior to being admitted to the program. Several additional tests, listed below, are also required for teacher licensure. Candidates cannot begin their practicum experience until passing scores have been presented on all required tests. We STRONGLY encourage applicants to complete the required tests BEFORE they begin the program.

Note: Testing is not required prior to application. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Summary of Testing Requirementstests ece/ele ml/hs

EAS, CBEST, Praxis I (PPST or C-PPST), or WEST-B Yes Yes ORELA Elementary Education Test (EET) (Subtests I and II) Yes No Civil Rights Yes Yes Subject Specific Tests No Yes

Tests All Candidates Must Take1. basic skills test (3 sections: reading, writing, and math)

tests that fulfill the basic skills test requirement:

EAS, CBEST, Praxis I, or WEST-B (The WEST-B is a test for the state of Washington. While the EAS is Oregon’s

preferred test, all of these tests are acceptable for both Oregon and Washington.)

www.orela.nesinc.com | EAS: Essential Academic Skills www.ctcexams.nesinc.com | CBEST: California Basic Educational Skills Test

www.ets.org/praxis | Praxis I (This test is also called the PPST or the C-PPST)

www.west.nesinc.com | WEST-B

we must receive passing scores on a basic skills test prior to admittance

2. civil rights test

The Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) requires the Protecting Student and Civil Rights in the Educational Environment Test for licensure.

www.orela.nesinc.com

we must receive passing scores on the civil rights test prior to the practicum experience

Additional Testing For ECE/ELE CandidatesORELA Elementary Education Test (Subtests I and II) (as of 9/04/12)

Subtest I: Reading, English, Language Arts, and Social Studies Subtest II: Mathematics, Science, the Arts, Health, and Fitness

www.orela.nesinc.com

we must receive passing scores on the orela e.e.t. prior to the practicum experience

Additional Testing For ML/HS CandidatesML/HS candidates are strongly encouraged to choose two endorsement areas. One endorsement must be able to be taught at ML and one at HS.

we must receive passing scores on the subject specific test(s) prior to the practicum experience

If you plan to take the ORELA Elementary Education Test, Subject Specific Tests, or Civil Rights Test after the application deadline, read and sign the Testing Requirement Statement included in the MAT application.

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Planning Ahead & Study GuidesSome candidates may need to retake one or more sections of the tests. It is highly recommended to look at the testing dates prior to the application deadline for extra test dates if needed. Passing EAS, CBEST, PPST, C-PPST, or WEST-B scores must be submitted prior to admission. Completed applications will be given priority.

Study guides for the tests are available online at the testing companies’ websites, or at major bookstores.

Testing OptionsTests are now offered in the computer-based form and, for some, the paper-based form. If a test is paper-based, you will go to a site to take the test on pre-set dates offered throughout the year. Computer-based tests are offered “on-demand” and provide a bit more flexibility. To register for a test, visit the respective testing company’s website. If your desired date is available, a seat will be reserved in your name for that date. Both computer and paper-based test times get booked to capacity. Therefore, it is extremely important that you plan ahead and schedule the tests on your calendar.

computer-based testing options

test cost (at time of print) testing center to register

eas $100 (all 3 subtests) Pearson www.orela.nesinc.com

CBEST $102 (all 3 subtests) Pearson www.ctcexams.nesinc.com

Praxis I $135 (all 3 subtests) Prometric www.ets.org/praxis

West B $85 (all 3 subtests) Pearson www.west.nesinc.com

Civil Rights $130 Pearson www.orela.nesinc.com

Subject-Specific Tests $95 Pearson www.orela.nesinc.com

ORELA-Elem Ed Test $95 Pearson www.orela.nesinc.com

Additional Testing For ML/HS Candidates (continued)

subject specific tests – choose from endorsements in:

test test # test test #Art 503 Mathematics - Basic 203

Biology 305 Mathematics - Advanced 304

Business 309 Music 504

Chemistry 306 Physical Education 506

Drama (no test, degree needed) N/A Physics 308

Health 505 Social Science 303

General (Integrated Science) 311 Spanish 401

Language Arts (English) 301 Speech 0021*

Marketing 10561* Technology Education (In conjuction with CU’s Career & Technical Education Program) 0050*

Do NOT register for the following tests Middle grades English/Language Arts OR Middle grades Social Science For a complete listing of Subject Specific Test information, visit www.cu-portland.edu/admissions/documents/testing_requirements_form.pdf.

pearson testing centers in oregon

Portland (SW) Beaverton La Grande Medford Salem

prometric centers in oregon (Often located in Sylvan Learning Centers)

Portland (NE) Milwaukie Bend Eugene La Grande Medford

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Subject Specific Testing Required for Oregon

testtest type/ company

test #(s) durationcomputer

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costpassing score

Art NES/ Pearson 503 3H • $95 230

Biology NES/ Pearson 305 3H • $95 220

Business Education NES/ Pearson 309 3H • $95 234

Chemistry NES/ Pearson 306 3H & 45M • $95 220

Civil Rights(Protecting Stud. and Civil Rights in the Ed. Environment)

NES/ Pearson 008 90M • $130 240

Drama Major or Minor Equivalent Required for Endorsement

Elementary Education NES/ Pearson

Subtests I & II 3H • $95* for

both testsI = 227II = 228

English Language Arts NES/ Pearson 301 3H • $95 236

Health NES/ Pearson 505 3H • $95 258

General Science(Integrated Science)

NES/ Pearson 311 3H • $95 220

Marketing Praxis II 10561 2H • $80* 163

Mathematics (Advanced Math)

NES/ Pearson 304 3H & 45M • $95 225

Middle Grades Mathematics (Basic Math)

NES/ Pearson 203 3H & 45M • $95 225

Music NES/ Pearson 504 3H • $95 220

Physical Education NES/ Pearson 506 3H • $95 224

Physics NES/ Pearson 308 3H & 45M • $95 232

Social Science (Social Studies)

NES/ Pearson 303 3H • $95 237

Spanish NES/ Pearson 401 3H • $95 226

Speech Communication Praxis II 0021 2H • $80* 155

Technology Education Praxis II 0050 2H • $80* 620

Note: NES/Pearson tests are on-demand and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. * There is a yearly registration fee of $50 (September to August).

do not register for the following tests:

Middle Grades English Language Arts Middle Grades Social Science

to register for the tests, visit the respective testing company’s website

NES/Pearson: www.orela.nesinc.com PRAXIS: www.ets.org/praxis

Please Note: Only endorsements offered through the Concordia University MAT Program are included on this list.