CSET: Music

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CSET: Music consists of 2 subtests:

Subtest I (test code 226)
Subtest II (test code 227)

Subtest I consists of two sections: (1) 40 multiple-choice questions presented on screen at your computer-based test administration, and (2) three constructed-response questions, two of which include the submission of a video-recorded performance through your account. Please review important dates/deadlines for submitting your video performances.

You may register to take any one subtest in a single test session.

Format

Computer-based test (CBT) only:

Subtest I: 40 multiple-choice questions and three constructed-response questions, including video-recorded performances
Subtest II: 40 multiple-choice questions and two constructed-response questions

Content

Review the test structure for CSET: Music.

Dates

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
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Session Length

Subtest I: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Subtest II: 2 hours and 15 minutes
15 additional minutes are provided to complete a nondisclosure agreement and tutorial. Any time taken for breaks is considered part of your available testing time.

Locations

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Fees

Subtest I: $133
Subtest II: $134
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Passing Score

220 per subtest

Test Results

Test results are available within 7 weeks of testing.
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Policies and Rules

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

Test Features

Subtests I and II include the use of a headset.

Preparation

View the tutorials and preparation materials available for this test.

Tests may include questions that are evaluated for future administrations and do not affect a candidate's score.

Subtest I Video Performance Component

Please refer to the CSET: Music Subtest I Video Performance Procedures Manual links to a PDF for information about the preparation and submission of video-recorded performances for Subtest I, including:

the Assigned Exercises for Video 1: Functional Keyboard Proficiency and Video 2: Vocal/Instrumental Proficiency for the testing window in which your test appointment is scheduled,
steps for recording your performances, and
instructions for uploading your completed video recordings.

Once you have scheduled your test appointment for Subtest I, you will see a link for uploading your video recordings in your account.

Testing Window	Submission Deadline
7/29/2024–8/25/2024	8/25/2024
11/18/2024–12/15/2024	12/15/2024
1/13/2025–2/9/2025	2/9/2025
3/10/2025–4/6/2025	4/6/2025

Once you have scheduled your test appointment for Subtest I, you will see a link for uploading your video recordings in your account.

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