Five subtests and where you can take them
| Subtest | Questions | Time | Online? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish I (145) | 40 multiple choice, 3 written | 1 hour 45 minutes | Yes |
| Spanish II (146) | 40 multiple choice, 1 written | 1 hour 30 minutes | Yes |
| Spanish III (147) | 30 multiple choice, 6 constructed responses | 2 hours 15 minutes | No, test center only |
| World Languages IV (250) | 50 multiple choice | 1 hour 15 minutes | Yes |
| Spanish V (258) | 50 multiple choice | 1 hour 15 minutes | Yes |
You book one subtest per session. Subtest III needs a headset, and Subtests I to III have typed answers with accented characters, which you enter with an on-screen character selector.
When can you take CSET Spanish?
- Subtests I and II: select 4-week windows at test centers, and select one-week windows online
- Subtest III: testing windows that vary by test center
- Subtests IV and V: all year at test centers, Monday to Saturday, and a one-week online window each month
Results and practice
Release dates are listed separately for Subtests I to III and for IV and V, and for online testing. Pearson’s preparation page has the test structure and practice materials for each subtest.
Sources: CTC Exams and 2 more. Checked October 2026.
- CTC Exams: CSET: Spanish test page ↗
- CTC Exams: CSET: Spanish test structure ↗
- CTC Exams: CSET: Spanish preparation materials ↗
Rules and fees can change, so check the official site before your test.
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