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<\/span>CSET Physical Education Exam Outline<\/h2>\nEach of the three CSET Physical Education subtests contains a mix of multiple-choice questions and constructed-response questions, and the time limit varies for each subtest.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Subtest I (129)<\/h3>\nThe first subtest contains 40 multiple-choice questions and two constructed-response questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1 hour and 45 minutes.<\/p>\n
The questions are grouped into two domains:<\/p>\n\n1. Growth, Motor Development, and Motor Learning<\/summary>\n\n- Individual differences<\/li>\n
- Perceptual-motor development<\/li>\n
- Physical and developmental changes<\/li>\n
- Motor learning<\/li>\n
- Motor task analysis<\/li>\n
- Conditions affecting growth, motor development, and motor learning<\/li>\n
- Developmental differences affecting motor skills acquisition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n
2. The Science of Human Movement<\/summary>\n\n- Body systems<\/li>\n
- Basic kinematic and kinetic principles of motion<\/li>\n
- Biomechanical principles<\/li>\n
- Movement analysis<\/li>\n
- Effects of exercise<\/li>\n
- Components of wellness<\/li>\n
- Physical fitness testing and prescription<\/li>\n
- Factors affecting physical performance<\/li>\n
- Safety, injury prevention, and first aid<\/li>\n
- Physiological principle of fitness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n
<\/span>Subtest II (130)<\/h3>\nThe second subtest contains 40 multiple-choice questions and two constructed-response questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1.5 hours.<\/p>\n
The questions are grouped into three domains:<\/p>\n\n1. The Sociology and Psychology of Human Movement<\/summary>\n\n- Personal development<\/li>\n
- Theories related to motivation<\/li>\n
- Social development<\/li>\n
- Role of movement activities in society<\/li>\n
- Factors influencing activity choices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n
2. Movement Concepts and Forms<\/summary>\n\n- Fundamental and creative movement skills<\/li>\n
- Dance concepts and forms<\/li>\n
- Gymnastic movements<\/li>\n
- Aquatic skills<\/li>\n
- Individual, dual, and team sports and games<\/li>\n
- Outdoor education<\/li>\n
- Nontraditional and cooperative activities<\/li>\n
- Combative activities<\/li>\n
- Fitness activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n
3. Assessment and Evaluation Principles<\/summary>\n\n- Evaluation methods in physical education<\/li>\n
- Techniques of test construction, evaluation, and administration<\/li>\n
- Test characteristics<\/li>\n
- Assessment techniques and tools<\/li>\n
- Types of evaluation<\/li>\n
- Basic statistical applications<\/li>\n
- Interpretation and communication of assessment data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n
<\/span>Subtest III (131)<\/h3>\nThe third subtest contains 40 multiple-choice questions and one constructed-response question, and you will be given a time limit of 1 hour and 45 minutes.<\/p>\n
The questions are grouped into two domains:<\/p>\n\n1. Professional Foundations<\/summary>\n\n- Philosophies of physical education<\/li>\n
- Historical development<\/li>\n
- Current research, trends, and issues<\/li>\n
- Legal and ethical issues<\/li>\n
- Interrelationships of the subdisciplines of kinesiology<\/li>\n
- Professional responsibilities, organizations, and resources<\/li>\n
- Relationship between human movement activities and values<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n
2. Integration of Concepts<\/summary>\n\n- Interpretation and application of the subdisciplines of kinesiology<\/li>\n
- Selecting, adapting, and modifying activities<\/li>\n
- Developmental progressions<\/li>\n
- Learning concepts and principles<\/li>\n
- Connections between physical education and other disciplines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n
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<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\nYou 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
After the check-in process is complete, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, watch, wallet, keys, etc.) in a locker outside the testing area.<\/p>\n
Once you enter the testing room, you will be given a brief tutorial on the testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\nYour CSET Physical Education test results are reported as scaled scores based on your total raw score points from both the multiple-choice section and the constructed-response section. Your raw scores are converted to a scale of 100 to 300, with the scaled score of 220 being the minimum passing score.<\/p>\n
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How many questions are on the CSET Physical Education exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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There are 125 questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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How long is the CSET Physical Education exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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The overall time limit for the exam is 5 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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What is the passing score for the CSET Physical Education exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum scaled score of 220 on each subtest.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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How much does the CSET Physical Education exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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The cost of the full exam is $297.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The first subtest contains 40 multiple-choice questions and two constructed-response questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1 hour and 45 minutes.<\/p>\n
The questions are grouped into two domains:<\/p>\n The second subtest contains 40 multiple-choice questions and two constructed-response questions, and you will be given a time limit of 1.5 hours.<\/p>\n The questions are grouped into three domains:<\/p>\n The third subtest contains 40 multiple-choice questions and one constructed-response question, and you will be given a time limit of 1 hour and 45 minutes.<\/p>\n The questions are grouped into two domains:<\/p>\n Check Out Mometrix's CSET Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t 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 $99 examination fee per subtest ($297 for all three subtests taken together).<\/p>\n 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 After the check-in process is complete, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, watch, wallet, keys, etc.) in a locker outside the testing area.<\/p>\n Once you enter the testing room, you will be given a brief tutorial on the testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n Your CSET Physical Education test results are reported as scaled scores based on your total raw score points from both the multiple-choice section and the constructed-response section. Your raw scores are converted to a scale of 100 to 300, with the scaled score of 220 being the minimum passing score.<\/p>\n Generally, it takes around two to three weeks after the last day of the examination period before you receive your test results.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t Check Out Mometrix's CSET Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Get complex subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t How many questions are on the CSET Physical Education exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n There are 125 questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n How long is the CSET Physical Education exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The overall time limit for the exam is 5 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n What is the passing score for the CSET Physical Education exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum scaled score of 220 on each subtest.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n How much does the CSET Physical Education exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The cost of the full exam is $297.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n By Eric Richter<\/span><\/p> Eric is the Product Development Manager responsible for developing and updating the Mometrix Teacher Certification and K-12 products. Eric has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Sociology and a master\u2019s of education in Teaching ESOL.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>1. Growth, Motor Development, and Motor Learning<\/summary>\n
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2. The Science of Human Movement<\/summary>\n
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<\/span>Subtest II (130)<\/h3>\n
1. The Sociology and Psychology of Human Movement<\/summary>\n
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2. Movement Concepts and Forms<\/summary>\n
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3. Assessment and Evaluation Principles<\/summary>\n
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<\/span>Subtest III (131)<\/h3>\n
1. Professional Foundations<\/summary>\n
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2. Integration of Concepts<\/summary>\n
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<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\n
<\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\n
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