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NES Biology (305)

Biology is a National Evaluation Series™ (NES®) test. This is the official test to fulfill the content knowledge requirement for candidates seeking an endorsement to a Washington teaching certificate.

Format	Computer-based test (CBT); 150 multiple-choice questions
Time	3 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time 15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement 3 hours testing time
Test Dates	By appointment, year round. Test appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Check seat availability .
Test Sites	CBT sites are located in Washington State and nationwide. Locate a test center .
Passing Score	220
Reference Materials Provided for this Test	An on-screen scientific calculator is provided with your test. Read more . Reference materials are provided on-screen as part of your test.
Test Fee	$95. Review payment information.
Score Reporting	Your test results are provided immediately after testing; your score report is released within two weeks of testing.
Testing Policies	When you register, you must agree to abide by all testing rules and policies. Read them now.
Prepare	View the preparation materials available for this test.

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