Reading Specialist (802)

The National Evaluation Series™ Reading Specialist (802) test has been adopted by the Connecticut State Department of Education. This test has replaced Reading Specialist (008) starting

August 19, 2024, for computer-based testing.
August 26, 2024, for online proctoring.

Online proctoring is available for this test. You may test remotely, including from home.

Is online proctoring right for me? Read more about online proctoring, including important policies and requirements.

Format

Computer-based test (CBT) and online proctored test; 100 multiple-choice questions and 2 open-response assignments

Time

Computer-Based Testing
4 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time

15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
4 hours testing time

Online Proctoring
4 hours and 30 minutes total appointment time

15 minutes for tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
2 hours 15 minutes for the multiple-choice questions
15 minutes for optional break
1 hour 45 minutes for the open-response assignments

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
Optional 15-minute break between multiple-choice section and open-response section

Test Dates

Computer-Based Testing
By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays)
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Online Proctoring
By appointment with an online proctor during one-week testing windows each month.

Test Centers

Computer-Based Testing
Located in Massachusetts and nationwide
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Online Proctoring
You may test remotely, including from home. Review system and testing environment requirements PDF Document

Qualifying Score

220

Fee

$139
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Score Reporting

Computer-Based Testing
Review CBT score report release dates.
Candidates will receive a receipt of completion at the conclusion of their test center appointment.

Online Proctoring
Review score report release dates.
Candidates taking an online-proctored test will not receive a receipt of completion when their test ends.

Testing Policies

When you register, you must agree to abide by all testing rules and policies. Review them now.

Prepare

View the tutorials and preparation materials available for this test.

Tests may include questions that will not count toward candidates' scores. These questions are placed on the test to collect information about how well they perform under actual testing conditions.

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