Appropriate subtests of the CSET must be passed before a candidate begins a state-approved teacher preparation program, and satisfies the No Child Left Behind (P.L.
[1] The tests are administered by National Evaluation Systems, a division of Pearson Education, Inc.
Most include both multiple choice and constructed response sections.
CSET Single Subject Exams are used to assess mastery of specific matter by candidates for the single-subject (secondary) teaching credential.
The examination is taken by subject area, such as English or mathematics, and individual tests vary from two to four subtests.