The (CBEST) California Basic Educational Skills Test is a standardized test administered throughout the state of California and Oregon for individuals who want to teach at public schools and gain a credential. The CBEST is designed to test basic reading, mathematics, and writing skills found to be important for the job of an educator; the test is not designed to measure the ability to teach those skills.
CBEST FORMAT AND TEST DATES
WHAT IS THE CBEST?
CBEST FORMAT
| CBEST Test Section | # of Questions | Content |
|---|---|---|
| READING | 50 multiple-choice questions | Critical analysis and evaluation Comprehension and research skills |
| MATHEMATICS | 50 multiple-choice questions | Estimation, measurement, and statistical principles Computation and problem solving Numerical and graphic relationships |
| WRITING | 2 essay topics | One topic to analyze a given situation or statement One topic to write about a specified personal experience |
CBEST TEST DATES
Computer-Based Testing: Offered Year-Round
The CBEST is available for computer-based testing year-round by appointment, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays), on a first-come, first-served basis. Computer-based testing is offered at over 30 test centers in California and over 250 test centers nationwide. Scores will be reported within 2 weeks of testing. For more information visit the Pearson Education, Inc website: http://www.pearsonvue.com/cbest/.
