TExES PE EC-12 258
Physical Education EC–12 (258)
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Physical Education EC–12 (258) is a Texas educator certification exam delivered through the Texas Educator Certification Examination Program. It is designed for candidates preparing to teach physical education to students from early childhood through grade 12 in Texas public schools, usually while completing an educator preparation program that leads to standard certification in the field. The exam is computer-administered and includes 90 selected-response questions plus 1 constructed-response question. Candidates should plan for 5 hours of total appointment time: 15 minutes for the CAT tutorial and compliance agreement and 4 hours and 45 minutes of testing time. The passing score is 240 and the exam fee is $136, though additional fees may apply. Appointments are offered by appointment only, first-come, first-served, at CAT sites located in Texas and nationwide. Content covers motor skills and movement concepts, health-related fitness and physical activity, curriculum, instruction, and assessment, and student development, learning, and safety. Because this exam was redeveloped, prepare from the current preparation manual rather than older third-party material, review each domain description, then take the interactive practice exam and rehearse a timed constructed-response answer.
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How many questions are on the Physical Education EC–12 exam, and how long do I have?
The exam has 90 selected-response questions and 1 constructed-response question. Total appointment time is 5 hours, which includes 15 minutes for the CAT tutorial and compliance agreement, leaving 4 hours and 45 minutes of actual testing time. Build your pacing plan around the shorter testing window, not the full appointment.
What score do I need to pass, and what does the exam cost?
The passing score is 240. The exam fee is $136, and additional fees may apply depending on your circumstances. Review the payment information on the program website before registering so there are no surprises when you schedule your appointment.
How soon can I retake the exam if I do not pass?
An exam can be retaken after 30 days, and you cannot register again until results from your last attempt have posted. You are limited to five attempts total - the first attempt plus four retakes. Testing beyond that requires a test-limit waiver from the Texas Education Agency.
When will I get my scores?
Scores are released at 10:00 p.m. Central time on the published score report dates. Note that exams may include questions being evaluated for future administrations, and those questions do not affect your score, so a few items you see may not count.
Where can I take the test, and how do I get an appointment?
The exam is administered by appointment only, and appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis. CAT sites are located in Texas and nationwide, so you can search for availability near you and broaden your search geographically or to later dates if your preferred site is full.
Has this exam changed recently? Which preparation materials should I use?
Yes. Registration for the redeveloped Physical Education EC–12 exam opened on 6/4/24 for testing beginning September 2, 2024, and its preparation manual was posted 3/7/24. Use the current preparation manual and the interactive practice exam rather than older guides written for the previous version.
What is a common reason candidates struggle?
Relying on outdated study material is a frequent problem, since the exam was redeveloped. Another is neglecting the constructed-response question and practicing only multiple-choice items. Read the current preparation manual, work through the domain descriptions, and write at least a few full practice responses under time pressure.
In what order should I study?
Start with the current preparation manual to learn the domain structure and question styles. Then review each domain in sequence, filling gaps in the weakest areas first. Finish with the interactive practice exam and timed constructed-response practice so you can check pacing against the 4 hours and 45 minutes of testing time.
Do I need my educator preparation program's permission to retest?
If you are affiliated with an educator preparation program, you must request approval from your program to retest. Contact your EPP for details before you attempt to register again, since approval issues can delay scheduling even after the 30-day wait has passed.