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Foundational-Level General Science (215)

Introduction

CSET: Foundational-Level General Science consists of Subtest I, which is composed of both multiple-choice and constructed-response questions.

A Single Subject Teaching Credential in Foundational-Level General Science authorizes teaching only in general, introductory, and integrated science (integrated science through Grade 8 only).

The structure of the examination is shown in the tables below. 

Table outlining the test format, number of questions, time, and passing score.
Test Name CSET: Foundational-Level General Science
Test Code Subtest I (test code 215) 
Time 4 hours 
Number of Questions 100 multiple-choice questions and 4 constructed-response questions
Proportions of subtest sections used to determine overall score 80% multiple-choice questions and 20% constructed-response questions
Format Computer-based test (CBT) 

Test Structure

Candidates verifying subject matter competence by examination for a credential in Foundational-Level General Science are required to take and pass Subtest I only.

Table outlining test content subject weighting by domain.
Subtest Domain Number of Multiple-Choice Questions Number of Constructed-Response Questions
I Scientific Practices, Engineering Design and Applications, and Crosscutting Concepts 33 1 short (focused)
I Physical Sciences 23 1 short (focused)
I Life Sciences 22 1 short (focused)
I Earth and Space Sciences 22 1 short (focused)
Subtest I Total 100 4 short (focused)

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