CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics

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  • Number and Quantity; Algebra (Test Code 211)
  • Geometry; Probability and Statistics (Test Code 212)
  • 35 multiple-choice and 3 constructed-responses each for Subtests 1 and 2
  • 2 hours and 30 minutes each for Subtests 1 and 2
  • 220 per subtest (scaled score)

CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics Overview

California educators planning to teach mathematics at the secondary school level typically must pass the CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics exam. CSET Foundational-Level Math consists of two subtests. Each CSET Mathematics subtest may be taken and passed separately.

Subtest 1 covers Number and Quantity, and Algebra.

Subtest 2 covers Geometry, and Probability and Statistics.

Both subtests consist of both multiple-choice and constructed-response questions. A graphing calculator will be allowed for Subtest 2 only. Examinees must bring an approved graphing calculator to the test administration.

CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics Testing Costs

2024 CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics Testing Costs*

Below is an overview of the 2024 CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics testing fees for computer-based testing.

Service Fees
Registration for Subtest 1 (211) $99 test registration fee
Registration for Subtest 2 (212) $99 test registration fee
Change of registration No fee
Additional copy of test results  $10 per copy
Score verification for constructed-response (CR) section $50 per subtest
Fee to clear an account $20

 

CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics Test Dates

2024 CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics Test Dates*

Computer-based testing for the CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics exam is available year-round by appointment, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays), on a first-come, first-served basis during the testing windows listed below.

CSET Foundational-Level Mathematics Test Dates Results Release Date
10/21/24 - 11/17/24 12/6/24
11/18/24 - 12/15/24 1/3/25
12/16/24 - 1/12/25 1/31/25
1/13/25 - 2/9/25 2/28/25
2/10/25 - 3/9/25 3/28/25
3/10/25 - 4/6/25 4/25/25
4/7/25 - 5/4/25 5/23/25
5/5/25 - 6/1/25 6/20/25
6/2/25 - 6/29/25 7/18/25
6/30/25 - 7/27/25 8/15/25
7/28/25 - 8/24/25 9/12/25
8/25/25 - 9/21/25 10/10/25
9/22/25 - 10/19/25 11/7/25
10/20/25 - 11/16/25 12/5/25

 

*This information is subject to change. All test-takers should visit the official CSET website at https://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com to confirm fees, registration, and testing requirements before enrolling.

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