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NES Biology (305)

Online proctoring is available for this test. You may test remotely, including from home.
Is online proctoring right for me? Read more about online proctoring, including important policies and requirements.

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) and online-proctored test; 150 multiple-choice questions
Time Computer-Based Testing
3 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time
  • 15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
  • 3 hours testing time
Online Proctoring
3 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time
  • 15 minutes for tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
  • 3 hours testing time
Breaks Computer-Based Testing
You may take restroom breaks during testing. Time taken for breaks is considered part of the available testing time.
Online Proctoring
No breaks are allowed.
Test Dates Computer-Based Testing
By appointment, year round. Test appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Check seat availability Link opens in a new window..
Online Proctoring
By appointment with an online proctor during one-week testing windows each month.
Test Sites Computer-Based Testing
CBT sites are located in Washington State and nationwide. Locate a test center Link opens in a new window..
Online Proctoring
You may test remotely, including from home. Review system and testing environment requirements PDF Document.
Passing Score 220
Reference Materials Provided for this Test An on-screen scientific calculator is provided with your test. Read more PDF file.
Reference materials are provided on-screen as part of your test.
Test Fee $95. Review payment information.
Score Reporting Computer-Based Testing
Your test results are provided immediately after testing; your score report is released within two weeks of testing.
Online Proctoring
Score reports are released within two weeks of testing.
Candidates taking an online-proctored test will not receive preliminary test results when their test ends.
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.

Tests may include test questions that are being evaluated for future administrations and that do not affect a candidate's score.


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