OSAT Deaf/Hard of Hearing (030)

The test has 80 selected-response questions and 1 constructed-response assignment. You receive 4 hours of testing time. Your total appointment is 4 hours and 15 minutes, including 15 minutes for the CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement. The test may include unscored questions being evaluated for future administrations; they do not affect your score.

The test page does not report a pass rate or difficulty rating. The challenge is the combination of 80 selected-response items and one constructed response in four hours with no reference materials. Candidates who practice timed writing and review the official preparation materials are better positioned than those who only review content notes.

The passing score is 240. The test page does not break down how raw scores are converted or how the constructed response is weighted. Use the official score report and preparation materials to understand reporting, and do not assume that strong multiple-choice performance alone guarantees a passing score.

The test fee is $118. Review the CEOE fee and payment information page before you register, because payment methods and related policies are maintained there rather than on the test page.

No reference materials are provided for this test. The test page does not list any additional permitted materials, so prepare to work from memory and follow the CEOE testing policies for what you may bring to the test center.

The test includes 1 constructed-response assignment, but the test page does not publish the prompt, scoring rubric, or sample response. Prepare by using the official preparation materials and practice tests, and rehearse a clear, organized written response within the four-hour testing time.

The test page does not state a waiting period or attempt limit for retakes. Retake rules are governed by CEOE testing and score reporting policies. Check the Policies section and your score report before registering again, and use your score report to target the areas that need the most improvement.

Start with the official preparation materials and test framework, then take a practice test to find weak areas. Build a study sequence around the content you missed, and practice the constructed response under the same time constraints. Finish by reviewing testing policies, test dates, and score reporting so logistics do not disrupt your preparation.

Common preparation mistakes include ignoring the constructed response until the last week, memorizing facts without practicing application, and skipping the official tutorials. Another is failing to check test dates and site availability before registering. Build timed practice into your plan and confirm policies early.

The test page advises alternatively certifying candidates to contact OSDE before registering for this test. Confirm your certification pathway and required tests with OSDE first, then register only after you have that guidance.