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It is designed to measure knowledge and critical thinking skills of future elementary school teachers. The following are the three subtest areas:  \n􀂙 Subtest \\#1: Reading, Language and Literature, History and Social Science  \n􀂙 Subtest \\#2: Science and Mathematics  \n􀂙 Subtest \\#3: Physical Education, Human Development, Visual and Performing Arts  \nIf I plan to complete ITEP-Junior Option,  \nWhen do I need to pass the CSET:MS?  \nYou must show passage of all three subtests prior to the semester you plan to do the first semester of student teaching.  \nHow can I prepare for the test?  \nThere are many ways to prepare for the CSET:  \n1. The best way to prepare is to complete your subject matter courses in the major before attempting each subtest. Please check the back of this handout for the recommended sequence of classes prior to taking the test.  \n2. You can visit [www.ctcexams.nesinc.com](www.ctcexams.nesinc.com) to download a free practice test.  \n3. The Liberal Studies Program offers on-going free CSET Preparation Workshops. Visit [www.csun.edu/liberal-studies](www.csun.edu/liberal-studies) for the next available workshop as well as past workshop handouts.  \n4. You may purchase a CSET Preparation Guide from any bookstore to study on your own.  \n5. BTPS Testing offers more extensive CSET Preparation Workshops for a fee. For additional information, [please visit](please visit www.btpstesting.com)[ ](please visit www.btpstesting.com)[www.btpstesting.com](please visit www.btpstesting.com).  \nRecommended Sequence of Courses Prior to Taking the CSET:MS  \n Complete the courses listed prior to each subtest.  \n Take the subject areas covered in order shown below.  \n Spread out your courses so they are more manageable.  \nSubtest \\#1: Reading, Language and Literature, History and Social Science  \n\n| \\#1 | \\#2 | \\#3 | \\#4 | \\#5 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| • Intro to Literature\u003Cbr>• U.S. History | • ENGL 301\u003Cbr>• U.S. Government | • ENGL 302\u003Cbr>• GEOG 150 | • ENGL 305\u003Cbr>• HIST 110 | • ENGL 428\u003Cbr>• GEOG/HIST 417 |\n\nSubtest \\#2: Science and Mathematics  \n\n| \\#1 | \\#2 | \\#3 | \\#4 | \\#5 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| • Biology | • MATH 210 | • MATH 310 | • PHSC 170 | • GEOG/GEOL 106LRS |\n\nSubtest \\#3: Physical Education, Human Development, Visual and Performing Arts  \n\n| \\#1 | \\#2 | \\#3 | \\#4 | \\#5 |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| • Lower Division Performing and Visual Arts | • CADV 150 or FCS 330 | • Visual and Performing Arts and the Child \\#1 | • Visual and Performing Arts and the Child \\#2 | • KIN 470/L |\n\n1.17.17  \nShared\\SPECIAL PROGRAMS & EVENTS\\CSET Prep Material\\When to take CSET","cbCaimAeBXgBM17l","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimAeBXgBM17l","pdf",154706,"English","# CSET Multiple Subject Overview\n## Subtest Areas\n## When to Pass CSET:MS\n## Preparation Options\n## Recommended Sequence of Courses Prior to Taking CSET:MS\n### Subtest #1: Reading, Language and Literature, History and Social Science\n### Subtest #2: Science and Mathematics\n### Subtest #3: Physical Education, Human Development, Visual and Performing Arts","[{\"question\":\"What is the CSET Multiple Subject (CSET:MS) and what does it test?\",\"answer\":\"CSET:MS is a test with multiple choice and short response questions designed to measure knowledge and critical thinking skills for future elementary school teachers.\"},{\"question\":\"When must I pass all CSET:MS subtests?\",\"answer\":\"You must pass all three subtests prior to the semester you plan to do the first semester of student teaching.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the main ways to prepare for the CSET:MS?\",\"answer\":\"Complete relevant subject matter courses, download a free practice test from the official site, attend CSUN Liberal Studies CSET Preparation Workshops, use a purchased preparation guide, or consider BTPS Testing workshops for a fee.\"}]","When to take the CSET New - When to take CSET:MS - preparation guidance | PDF",1790544423]