Principal Subtests I and II

The Principal Subtests I and II test is a customized educator certification test designed to measure a candidate's knowledge and skills in relation to Arizona learning standards. Candidates must take and pass both subtests to qualify for an Arizona certificate. You may take one subtest at one test appointment.

Format	Computer-based test (CBT) and online-proctored test; 50 selected-response questions, 2 written performance assignments per subtest
Time	Computer-Based Testing CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement: 15 minutes Subtest I: 3 hours and 30 minutes testing time Subtest II: 3 hours and 30 minutes testing time	Online Proctoring Tutorial and nondisclosure agreement: 15 minutes to complete Subtest I: 2 hours testing time for written performance assignments 15 minutes for optional break 1 hour and 30 minutes testing time for selected-response questions Subtest II: 2 hours testing time for written performance assignments 15 minutes for optional break 1 hour and 30 minutes testing time for selected-response questions
Breaks	Computer-Based Testing You may take restroom breaks during testing. Time taken for breaks is considered part of the available testing time.	Online Proctoring Each subtest includes an optional 15-minute break between the written performance assignments and selected-response questions.
Test Dates	Computer-Based Testing By appointment, year round. Test appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Check seat availability .	Online Proctoring By appointment with an online proctor during one-week testing windows each month.
Test Sites	Computer-Based Testing CBT sites are located in Arizona and nationwide. Locate a test center .	Online Proctoring You may test remotely, including from home. Review system and testing environment requirements .
Passing Score	240 per subtest
Reference Materials Provided for this Test	None
Test Fee	$140 per subtest Review payment information.
Score Reporting	Computer-Based Testing View score report dates. A receipt of completion is provided immediately after testing; score reports are released within two to six weeks of testing.	Online Proctoring View score report dates. Score reports may be delayed for up to two weeks for candidates testing via online proctoring. Candidates taking an online-proctored test will not receive a receipt of completion when their test ends.
Testing Policies	When you register, you must agree to abide by all testing rules and policies. Read them now.
Prepare	View the tutorials and preparation materials available for this test.

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