MTTC German (024)
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German (024) is one of the subject tests in the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) program, delivered as a computer-based test at sites in Michigan and nationwide. It is intended for candidates seeking the German endorsement, and the source page notes that both the German test (024) and a Professional Knowledge and Skills test (117, 121, 135, or 136) are required to obtain the FB endorsement for initial certification. The test contains 80 multiple-choice questions and 2 constructed-response assignments, with 2 hours and 30 minutes of testing time inside a 2 hour and 45 minute appointment that includes 15 minutes for the CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement. The passing score is 220 and the test fee is $129, though additional fees may apply. The test includes a headset for the listening questions and a typed assignment that permits special characters such as diacritical marks through the Character Selector, so practice typing German accurately before test day. Scores are released within 6 weeks of testing. Preparation should combine the official preparation materials linked from the test page with steady practice in listening, reading, grammar, and written German; the source does not publish a domain-by-domain breakdown, so build coverage across all four skill areas rather than guessing at weightings.
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About MTTC German (024) preparation
What is the format of the German (024) test?
It is a computer-based test with 80 multiple-choice questions and 2 constructed-response assignments. A headset is provided for the listening questions, and the typed assignment lets you insert special characters such as diacritical marks using the Character Selector, which is covered in a tutorial.
How long is the test, and how much of that is actual testing time?
The total appointment time is 2 hours and 45 minutes. That includes 15 minutes for the CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement, leaving 2 hours and 30 minutes of testing time for the 80 multiple-choice questions and 2 constructed-response assignments.
What score do I need to pass?
The passing score is 220. Scores are released within 6 weeks of your testing date, so plan your certification timeline around that reporting window rather than expecting an immediate result.
How much does the test cost?
The test fee is $129. The source notes that additional fees may apply, so review the payment information on the program website before you register to confirm the total for your situation.
When can I take the German test?
Testing is offered in fixed windows rather than daily. The published windows run from May 11, 2026 through July 18, 2027, in roughly two-month intervals. Check appointment availability for the window you want, since seats within a window are not guaranteed.
Where are test sites located?
Test sites are located in Michigan and nationwide. You can find the nearest test center through the program website, which is useful if you will be student teaching or living outside Michigan when you plan to test.
Can I retake the test if I do not pass?
The German (024) test page does not state a retake policy. Because retake rules and waiting periods are set at the program level and have been updated before, confirm the current policy on the MTTC policies page or with your educator preparation program before scheduling a second attempt.
Do I need any other test besides German (024) for the endorsement?
Yes. The source states that both the German test (024) and a Professional Knowledge and Skills test (117, 121, 135, or 136) are required to obtain the FB endorsement for initial certification. Questions about which combination applies to you should go to the Michigan Department of Education or your preparation program.
What should I practice first when preparing?
Start with the official preparation materials linked from the test page, then work on the two formats that trip candidates up: listening under time pressure with a headset, and typed German with correct diacritics. Practice the Character Selector so spelling and umlauts do not cost you points on the constructed response.
Why do some candidates lose points on the constructed-response assignments?
Common causes are weak control of grammar and case endings under time pressure, ignoring the prompt's task requirements, and mechanical errors such as missing umlauts or ß. Because there are only two assignments, each one carries real weight, so rehearse timed writing in German before test day.