CSET: Physical Education
CSET: Physical Education consists of 3 subtests:
- Subtest I (test code 129)
- Subtest II (test code 130)
- Subtest III (test code 131)
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, you may register to take Subtest II. Subtests I and III are not available via online proctoring.
Computer-based test (CBT) only:
- Subtest I: 40 multiple-choice questions and 2 constructed-response questions
- Subtest III: 40 multiple-choice questions and 1 constructed-response question
Computer-based test (CBT) and online-proctored test:
- Subtest II: 40 multiple-choice questions and 2 constructed-response questions
Computer-Based Testing
By appointment during the following 4-week testing windows:
Jul. 29–Aug. 25, 2024
Nov. 18–Dec. 15, 2024
Jan. 13–Feb. 9, 2025
Mar. 10–Apr. 6, 2025
Check appointment availability .
Online Proctoring
Subtest II: 1 hour and 30 minutes
15 additional minutes are provided to complete a nondisclosure agreement and tutorial.
Online Proctoring
No breaks allowed.
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 end of their test center appointment.
Online Proctoring
Test results are available within 4 weeks of testing.
Review test results release dates.
Candidates taking an online-proctored test will not receive a receipt of completion when their test ends.
Tests may include questions that are evaluated for future administrations and do not affect a candidate's score.
Videotaped Constructed-Response Components
Subtests I and III include videotaped constructed-response components that require examinees to view a video excerpt and respond in writing to constructed-response items. For additional information about the videotaped constructed-response components, please refer to the CSET: Physical Education preparation materials.
If you register to take all subtests in a single session, you will be presented with one
subtest at a time. Subtests are individually timed and are administered in consecutive order
beginning with Subtest 1. After you complete a subtest, you will not be able to return to a subtest.