{"id":22110,"date":"2016-04-01T18:39:31","date_gmt":"2016-04-01T18:39:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/?page_id=22110"},"modified":"2026-03-17T09:31:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T14:31:18","slug":"health-ec-12-test","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/texes\/health-ec-12-test\/","title":{"rendered":"TExES Health EC-12 (257) Practice Test"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The TExES Health EC\u201312 exam is an assessment test designed to test the knowledge of entry-level educators wanting to teach music in the Texas public school system.<\/p>\n<p>Click \u201cStart Test\u201d above to take a free TExES Health EC\u201312 practice test, and check out our premium-quality TExES test prep resources by clicking the links below!<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttonlinks\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/studyguides\/texes\/health.htm\" class=\"class_names\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Guide Button', 'Guide Click', 'TExESHlthEC-12 Guide Click']);\">TExES Study Guide<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/texes\/health-science.htm\" class=\"class_names\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Flashcard Button', 'Flashcard Button Click', 'TExESHlthEC-12 Flashcard Click']);\">TExES Flashcards<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/texes\/\">Other TExES Exams<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"TExES_Health_EC12_Exam_Outline\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>TExES Health EC-12 Exam Outline<\/h2>\n<p>The TExES Health EC-12 exam contains 90 multiple-choice questions and one constructed-response question, and you will have a time limit of 4 hours and 45 minutes.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<p><strong>Selected-response<\/strong> questions include single-answer, selecting more than one choice from a list, numeric response, using a graph to respond to the question, reading passages, dragging and dropping, and selecting the appropriate answer from a drop-down menu.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Constructed-response<\/strong> questions ask you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding by writing your response to the topic. These questions can include short answers and essay format.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The questions are split into five domains:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/TExES-Health-EC-12-257-Exam-Outline.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-226723\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/TExES-Health-EC-12-257-Exam-Outline.svg\" alt=\"An outline for the TExES Health EC-12 (257) exam shows content domains, percentage of examination for each domain, total questions, types of questions, time limit, and delivery format.\" width=\"616\" height=\"463.1\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 1.5em;\"><span id=\"I_Health_and_Wellness_(22%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>I. Health and Wellness (22%)<\/h3>\n<p>The questions in this domain assess your knowledge of the following topics:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Body systems<\/li>\n<li>Mental, emotional, and social health and well-being<\/li>\n<li>Reproductive and sexual health<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"II_Health_Skills_for_Reducing_Risks_(30%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>II. Health Skills for Reducing Risks (30%)<\/h3>\n<p>The questions in this domain assess your knowledge of the following topics:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use<\/li>\n<li>Interpersonal, social, and family relationships and communication<\/li>\n<li>Injury prevention and safety<\/li>\n<li>Personal health efficacy skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"III_Health_Literacy_and_Health_Education_(14%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>III. Health Literacy and Health Education (14%)<\/h3>\n<p>The questions in this domain assess your knowledge of the following topics:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Health literacy<\/li>\n<li>Health education program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"IV_Educating_All_Learners_and_Professional_Practice_(13%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>IV. Educating All Learners and Professional Practice (13%)<\/h3>\n<p>The questions in this domain assess your knowledge of the following topics:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Differentiation strategies in planning and practice<\/li>\n<li>Culturally responsive practices<\/li>\n<li>Data-driven practice<\/li>\n<li>Formal and informal assessments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"V_Constructed_Response_(20%25)\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>V. Constructed Response (20%)<\/h3>\n<p>This domain contains the only constructed-response question on the exam, which tests your ability to design and implement appropriate instruction within the realm of health education. Your written response should be between 400 and 600 words.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sg-box-title\">Check Out Mometrix's TExES Health EC-12 Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"sg-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/studyguides\/texes\/health.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/studyguides\/texes\/health.htm\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"184\" height=\"238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/texeshlthec-12.jpg\" alt=\" Study Guide\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Exam_Registration\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Exam Registration<\/h2>\n<p>To register for the exam, you must create an online NES account via their website. Once your account has been created, you can use it to register for the exam and schedule an exam date. When you register, you will need to pay the $136 examination fee.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"How_to_Study\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>How to Study<\/h2>\n<p>Think you aren\u2019t a good test-taker? Maybe on a study-time crunch? Or just don\u2019t know how to begin studying? Mometrix has designed a new Study Secrets course to help every student, no matter what study scenario you are in. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll find in the Study Secrets Course:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Techniques to Conquer Procrastination<\/li>\n<li>Steps to building a Study Plan custom to your learning style<\/li>\n<li>7 Effective Note-Taking Methods<\/li>\n<li>Test-Taking Tips<\/li>\n<li>Memory Techniques and Mnemonics<\/li>\n<li>And much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Everyone learns differently, so we\u2019ve tailored our Study Secrets Course to ensure every learner has what they need to prepare for their upcoming exam or semester. Click below to check it out!<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttonlinks\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/university\/studysecrets\/\" class=\"class_names\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Course Button', 'Course Click', Study Course Click']);\">Study Secrets Online Course<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Test_Day\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\n<p>You should arrive at the testing center 15-30 minutes early on the day of your testing appointment to allow time for the check-in process. Upon arrival, you will be asked to sign in and provide at least one form of valid photo ID.<\/p>\n<p>After the check-in process is complete, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, wallet, keys, bags, etc.) in a locker outside the testing area.<\/p>\n<p>Once you enter the testing room, you will be given a brief tutorial on the testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"How_the_Exam_is_Scored\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\n<p>The TExES Health EC-12 exam is scored on a scale of 100-300.<\/p>\n<p>To pass the exam, your final scaled score must be 240 or higher.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sg-box-title\">Check Out Mometrix's TExES Health EC-12 Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Get complex  subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"sg-box-button blue-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/texes\/health.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/texes\/health.htm\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"238\" height=\"184\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/texeshlthec-12flash.jpg\" alt=\" Flashcards\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"FAQs\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-list\">\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How many questions are on the TExES Health EC-12 exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>There are 100 selected-response questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How long is the TExES Health EC-12 exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The time limit for the exam is 4 hours and 45 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">What is the passing score for the TExES Health EC-12 exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of at least 240.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How much does the TExES Health EC-12 exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The examination fee is $136.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><div itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"author\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" class=\"author-bio\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"author-image\" height=\"127\" width=\"127\" alt=\"Headshot of Mometrix associate Eric Richter.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Eric-Richter-scaled.webp\"><div class=\"author-text\"><p class=\"author-name\">By <span itemprop=\"name\">Eric Richter<\/span><\/p><div class=\"author-desc\"><p>Eric is the Product Development Manager responsible for developing and updating the Mometrix Teacher Certification and K-12 products. 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