You give such an awesome explanation of what the exam is for new teachers to understand WELL. I wish I could have met you before starting this process!! Keep being amazing. Here’s to teachers supporting teachers!
I did all of them at once February 2021 and it took me exactly 4 hours. I passed on the first attempt. I used that Cliff's Notes book. Mainly the practice tests and reading the explanations for each test answer. I ignored the rest of the book. It had been since 2003 that I had US History and Government classes, and 2004 for my English classes. It was easy in my opinion since it had been that long since taking some of those classes and I still passed. I had recently had my math and science classes though in May and June 2020 before taking the CSET. So about an 8 month gap. Then I took the RICA and passed without even having my reading instruction & intervention/methods or children's literature classes. For that one all I needed to do was choose some of the key terms in the back of the Cliff's notes RICA book. I only had 6 hours to learn/study content for the RICA. lol It is a lot easier than the CSET. Most of that test is just about recognizing a student's difficulties and selecting a proper intervention strategy. Oh and using the "fancy" terms that the reviewers like instead of more commonly used words. There are also practice tests on the same site you register for the tests on. I recommend doing the practice tests and reading the explanations for each answer and studying that. That was the most helpful for me.
Congratulations! I'm glad you were able to pass on your first attempts and share your process. Unfortunately, I was someone that did not pass some of the tests on the first try so studying was important to me and that is why I made these videos.😄
I recently registered for all 3 math subsets (I'm doing single subject) but they won't allow the bundle so you have to do all 3 individually (around $297). Just a heads up to all my fellow math peeps who watch this vid!
Congrats on passing your CBEST! Don't be scared!!!! I studied for each subtest for about a month and a half or a little longer. This was also because I was going to school/working so I didn't study EVERY DAY. Stay consistent when you study and give yourself time blocks/schedule your study time. This definitely helped me stay on track! Let me know if you have any other questions (:
I have passed two out of three of my Subtests, I will be taking the 3rd one in about a week! I am so nervous and due to COVID in my area this is my last chance to take it before applying for my student teaching. I am studying non stop for the next 8 days!
Hi there ... I have a question. If I take all three subsets together and fail in one of them. Should I retake only the one that I failed only ? And my pass on others is accepted ? Thank you
I'm not sure if this has changed since the last time I took these. When I registered for all of them at once- if you failed one you had to retake all of them. That is why I preferred taking them individually.
I'm studying for it rn and the part i'm having trouble with is the different literature we need to be fimilar with. Do you have to memorize a lot of stories and books from different time periods to pass it?
Hi Jose! I don't remember having to memorize stories and books from different time periods. I used the practice tests they have on the ctc website which gives you an idea of what will potentially be on the test. I recommend the CSET book AND the best part is that you can rent them at the library (:
When are you normally supposed to take your CSET, Do you have to take the CBEST first and then the CSET? Can you take them both during undergrad or should I wait until I receive my Bachelors degree to take the CSET ? Thank you, love all of your videos. I'm totally binge watching all of them. #FutureTeacher!
you do not have to take them in order. I am about to take subtest 1 and 2 soon. I failed subtest 1 before and am retaking it. In my opinion the easiest one was subtest 3. I was able to pass my first time but definitely make sure to look over the content.
Hi Daysi T! As Sarah said you do not have to take them in order. I would suggest taking the subject you feel most confident with so that you can see what is expected of you. I personally thought that subset 1 (with history) was the hardest. Good luck!
Hi Tommy! Thanks for watching my video. I would say that time limits are in place to ensure you understand the content and don’t go into the test blindly. These tests are pretty long already and I couldn’t see myself being in that testing room any longer lol
Great information! Thanks! How many hours a day did you study for the cset? How much time did you give yourself before setting the date?? How did you practice for the short writing session for each subtest??
I was unable to study EVERY DAY.. but I set out a chunk of time every few days. I made sure it was something manageable and realistic or else I would beat myself up about it. I would usually set the date and gave myself about 3-4 weeks to study. Of course, I moved it a few times but registering for the test gave me no excuses to study. I would practice for the short writing sessions by free writing. Then comparing my answers to the exemplar answers. This showed me what I was missing and what I needed to work on/study more. GOOD LUCK!!
How do you prepare for the essay portion of the Cset. How do you know what questions to study for , technically they can test you on anything right? So I’m not sure how to best prepare.
I’m taking my CSET in about a month and I’m so nervous! Do you feel like the tests are actually like the book? Are the questions the same? Or similar? I’m studying the questions on the website with the book
Thanks for watching Willy! You are not allowed to take your own calculator but they do provide a four function on screen calculator to assist you. Great question!!
@@betweenthedesks3685 Yeah thanks ! No it’s because I’m studying for the Multiple Subject #2 & I saw that a calculator would help with some problems such as mean, percentages, & some fractions, & etc
@@willymendoza8411 I agree! It's an on screen one that has basic functions. It's so that you don't have to do stuff like that (mean, percentages) in your head/on on scratch paper.. Which essentially will make it easier + give you more time for each question. GOOD LUCK!!! Let me know if you have any other questions. Always here to help (:
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You give such an awesome explanation of what the exam is for new teachers to understand WELL. I wish I could have met you before starting this process!! Keep being amazing. Here’s to teachers supporting teachers!
Hey Danielle! Thank you so much for leaving this sweet comment! CHEERS TO US! Hope you're doing well
Hi!! I have the same study book you showed. Would you say the content in the book is the same as the questions in the actual test?! Thank you!!
I did all of them at once February 2021 and it took me exactly 4 hours. I passed on the first attempt. I used that Cliff's Notes book. Mainly the practice tests and reading the explanations for each test answer. I ignored the rest of the book. It had been since 2003 that I had US History and Government classes, and 2004 for my English classes. It was easy in my opinion since it had been that long since taking some of those classes and I still passed.
I had recently had my math and science classes though in May and June 2020 before taking the CSET. So about an 8 month gap.
Then I took the RICA and passed without even having my reading instruction & intervention/methods or children's literature classes. For that one all I needed to do was choose some of the key terms in the back of the Cliff's notes RICA book. I only had 6 hours to learn/study content for the RICA. lol It is a lot easier than the CSET. Most of that test is just about recognizing a student's difficulties and selecting a proper intervention strategy. Oh and using the "fancy" terms that the reviewers like instead of more commonly used words.
There are also practice tests on the same site you register for the tests on. I recommend doing the practice tests and reading the explanations for each answer and studying that. That was the most helpful for me.
Teaching is easy huh.. Teachers be getting mad they don't get paid enough! Go do engineering, nursing, or medicine! Then we will see your worth!
Congratulations! I'm glad you were able to pass on your first attempts and share your process. Unfortunately, I was someone that did not pass some of the tests on the first try so studying was important to me and that is why I made these videos.😄
@@williammendoza5171 Teaching is not an easy job. I also think that depending on state, even county can change the pay teachers receive.
I recently registered for all 3 math subsets (I'm doing single subject) but they won't allow the bundle so you have to do all 3 individually (around $297). Just a heads up to all my fellow math peeps who watch this vid!
Thank you for sharing that with us Brandon! I'm not too familiar with the Single Subject CSET's so this is very helpful. Thanks for watching!! (:
Ahh you’re so cute ! I’m taking my CBEST in sept and I know that one is supposed to be a lot easier. I’m so nervous for the CSET😰
Hey girly!! Don't worry, you got this! I don't know when you're taking it but my video on the CBEST will be out in a week! Good luck!!
how long did you study for? I recently just passed the CBEST, now trying to take the CSET. I am scared lol.
Congrats on passing your CBEST! Don't be scared!!!! I studied for each subtest for about a month and a half or a little longer. This was also because I was going to school/working so I didn't study EVERY DAY. Stay consistent when you study and give yourself time blocks/schedule your study time. This definitely helped me stay on track! Let me know if you have any other questions (:
You mean subtest?
I have passed two out of three of my Subtests, I will be taking the 3rd one in about a week! I am so nervous and due to COVID in my area this is my last chance to take it before applying for my student teaching. I am studying non stop for the next 8 days!
SOO SO SOO HAPPY FOR YOU! I’m sure you will do great on your last cset and I wish you the best of luck!!! Let me know once you pass! YOU GOT THIS! 😁👍🏽
Hi there ...
I have a question.
If I take all three subsets together and fail in one of them.
Should I retake only the one that I failed only ? And my pass on others is accepted ?
Thank you
I'm not sure if this has changed since the last time I took these. When I registered for all of them at once- if you failed one you had to retake all of them. That is why I preferred taking them individually.
I'm studying for it rn and the part i'm having trouble with is the different literature we need to be fimilar with. Do you have to memorize a lot of stories and books from different time periods to pass it?
Hi Jose! I don't remember having to memorize stories and books from different time periods. I used the practice tests they have on the ctc website which gives you an idea of what will potentially be on the test. I recommend the CSET book AND the best part is that you can rent them at the library (:
When are you normally supposed to take your CSET, Do you have to take the CBEST first and then the CSET? Can you take them both during undergrad or should I wait until I receive my Bachelors degree to take the CSET ? Thank you, love all of your videos. I'm totally binge watching all of them. #FutureTeacher!
If I were to failed a test do I have to pay again to retake the test
Yes you do, unfortunately
Do we have to take the cset in order 1-2-then 3? which one is the easiest to take first?
you do not have to take them in order. I am about to take subtest 1 and 2 soon. I failed subtest 1 before and am retaking it. In my opinion the easiest one was subtest 3. I was able to pass my first time but definitely make sure to look over the content.
Hi Daysi T! As Sarah said you do not have to take them in order. I would suggest taking the subject you feel most confident with so that you can see what is expected of you. I personally thought that subset 1 (with history) was the hardest. Good luck!
@@sarahfrench9404 Thank you for your input!! So helpful to have each other (:
I have a masters degree in history and still have to take this 😂😂😂
Oh wow, they should've waived it smh
Great info! Just curious why they place time limits on you when you’re taking a test you already paid for?
Hi Tommy! Thanks for watching my video. I would say that time limits are in place to ensure you understand the content and don’t go into the test blindly. These tests are pretty long already and I couldn’t see myself being in that testing room any longer lol
Great information! Thanks! How many hours a day did you study for the cset? How much time did you give yourself before setting the date?? How did you practice for the short writing session for each subtest??
I was unable to study EVERY DAY.. but I set out a chunk of time every few days. I made sure it was something manageable and realistic or else I would beat myself up about it. I would usually set the date and gave myself about 3-4 weeks to study. Of course, I moved it a few times but registering for the test gave me no excuses to study. I would practice for the short writing sessions by free writing. Then comparing my answers to the exemplar answers. This showed me what I was missing and what I needed to work on/study more. GOOD LUCK!!
How do you prepare for the essay portion of the Cset. How do you know what questions to study for
, technically they can test you on anything right? So I’m not sure how to best prepare.
I’m taking my CSET in about a month and I’m so nervous! Do you feel like the tests are actually like the book? Are the questions the same? Or similar? I’m studying the questions on the website with the book
Hey is a calculator allowed for the CSET multiple subject test 2 ?
Thanks for watching Willy! You are not allowed to take your own calculator but they do provide a four function on screen calculator to assist you. Great question!!
@@betweenthedesks3685 Yeah thanks ! No it’s because I’m studying for the Multiple Subject #2 & I saw that a calculator would help with some problems such as mean, percentages, & some fractions, & etc
@@willymendoza8411 I agree! It's an on screen one that has basic functions. It's so that you don't have to do stuff like that (mean, percentages) in your head/on on scratch paper.. Which essentially will make it easier + give you more time for each question. GOOD LUCK!!! Let me know if you have any other questions. Always here to help (:
Great job and very informative. Thank you
Thanks so much!!