How to pass the CSET: Multiple Subject | Teaching Credential

[@PotatoJonson]

Great video, but I have taken and passed the CSETS, DON'T RELY SOLEY ON THE CLIFF NOTES STUDY GUIDE! %90 of the information wasn't on the test. Def use the Ctc prep materials. I spent hours and had that 450 page book in my brain and still felt unprepared. The CTC prep is much more concentrated and accurate. Don't give up, u only need 220 out of 300 pts. CA needs teachers!

[@mayaleex3]

Murphy Park thank you so much for watching! In my video I do state that the CTC practice tests really help - but the cliff notes study guide also really prepared me, personally! I suppose it depends how you use it :)

[@PotatoJonson]

Maya Lee Totally! I just was emphasizing the importance of not only the ctc practice tests, but the prep materials from the ctc that you also touched on. Make this your bible, because a lot of the stuff they are laying out isn't in the cliff notes study guide, such as the important roles of christianity in Africa. I felt kinda dooped by the cliff notes book (countless hours studying) and still not efficiently prepared. But then I re-reviewed the ctc prep and it was all there.

[@ThePurpleElephantt]

How was the math?

[@PotatoJonson]

SimplyBluain the math was different than I expected, I hardly used factoring, linear equations, or multiplying polynomials. Get strong on geometry and the equations for the different shapes, area of a triangle etc. I followed my CSET cliff notes study guide to a tee and taught myself all those tough disciplines and still felt like I wasn't prepared properly for what the test was. But yet I still passed, also helps if you can do well on the science half, you need a 220 between the two sections.

[@nataliewood1840]

Murphy Park - when you say the CTC prep, are you talking about the test guides and the practice tests?

[@seyeonselina849]

There are days I feel super discouraged about my decision of career change into teaching... but your videos are so positive and the push I need these days. God Bless

[@mayaleex3]

SeYeon Selina awww please feel free to message me and let me know if you have any questions! God bless love :)

[@seyeonselina849]

Maya Lee thank you!! 🙏💕

[@ylondrabriggs7832]

I agree! \

[@Imjusthereforkicks]

Same ☹️

[@Gdjyncl]

Same career change:(

[@BLANSTAR21]

CSET Math & Science took me 5 tries... but I finally did it:)) Such a nightmare, but got it over with.

[@aliciapieper8265]

help me!! what should I focus on, this section I am most worried about

[@davidparada1307]

I'm working on my 3rd try.

[@anthonyrabadam1097]

If you fail do you have to pay for the test again?

[@ngirl8032]

Anthony Rabadam Unfortunately, yes!

[@christinatims3650]

Subtest 1 took me 4 tries, Subtest 3 took 2 tries and I’m about to take my 5th Subtest 2. I have both cliffnotes and Barron books. But it is really KZbin videos that have been helping the most.

[@misseducation6899]

I have heard from other teachers that getting certified in CA is hard😩 This is very helpful!

[@el90skid32]

MissEducation yeah they make it hell. You heard the girl, she sold the damn thing 1:50🤮

[@cyrenthiarobinson348]

Yes, California makes you jump through so many hoops to become a teacher. The standardized testing is excessive. Meanwhile there is a teacher shortage smh.

[@nolanortiz1249]

Wish I found this video earlier. I just passed all my Multiple Subject CSET tests! But it took 2 times to pass CSET test 3 though. I was devastated when i didn't pass CSET Test 3 the first try...but I remained positive and refocused my studying. Surprisingly, the multiple choice on second time i took CSET test 3 was the same exact questions from the first time I took the test. Super lucked out!

[@lilsparkkles]

Really the Subtest 3 was that difficult? I thought it would be the easiest of the three, so I scheduled that test first. I have it next week. I am nervous!

[@Discovery_and_Change]

@@lilsparkkles how'd it go

[@aaaaddddaaa]

omg YES I JUST found this video, and I had already bought the 3rd edition! omg. Thank you. I just graduated from my undergrad, and I plan on going for my credential by Fall 2019.

[@SuperRabbitPrincess]

Thank you so much for sharing this. Your videos are always a fresh breeze.

[@linettemendoza7434]

I watched your cbest video and it was super helpful I passed on the first time. I’m gonna take all three subsets at once bc I waited until the last min but I only need to pass one for now lol

[@manzanaverde3174]

I'm from colorado and moving to California. I still want to teach. Thank you for thos video :)

[@BrittanyTran]

I love these informative videos! I would definitely appreciate this if I needed to take the CSET.

[@mayaleex3]

Brittany Tran hehe thank you! I sure hope it helps people :D

[@jaycon3460]

Test...measuring how well you take a test.

[@davidparada1307]

All 3 tests in one day? That's crazy! I did that too. Passed one. I vowed I'd never do that again. Since then, I've passed subtest 3 (Psych, P.E., Art). Taking math next week. God help me!

[@michellejackson8012]

David how was the math/science? That's my next hurdle...

[@davidparada1307]

Michelle Jackson You know Michelle, the multiple choice goes quickly. The written part is a pain in the ass since the questions were so vague and a lot of the studying didn't get asked. Something else I noticed was that the questions were on another test.

[@michellejackson8012]

@@davidparada1307 well I hope and pray you passed... I heard the CTC has plans to revise the entire exam...

[@michellejackson8012]

David is it possible pass if you get all of the multiple choice answers and not do so well on the constructed responses??? I know they are three points each...

[@jaydel3]

@@michellejackson8012 i want to know that too.

[@itsmebella2129]

I am so glad I found this video. Thanks for the tips! Subtest I is scheduled for next month and I am stressed out. Again, thanks for sharing! :)

[@mayaleex3]

Awww you are very welcome!!

[@stephaney94]

Hi Maya! I'm studying for my CSET right now (defiantly freaking out). Thank you for your video :) I was wondering how close are the practice essay questions to the ones that ended up being on the actual test?

[@Discovery_and_Change]

Any update?

[@Discovery_and_Change]

@Yasmin M did you pass?

[@Discovery_and_Change]

@Yasmin M cool. Congrats. I'm taking mine in 10 days. How long for your scores to arrive?

[@richardpham965]

thanks for sharing your wonderful journey. I'm also trying to become a future teacher as you in california. your videos are very insightful; keep them coming.

[@mayaleex3]

richard pham awww thank you so much for watching! Please let me know if you have any questions :)

[@montieltonymontiel4198]

Great job and thank you for the upload

[@mlmj1994]

Teacher certification tests are so meh... In Arizona, you take the NES, I had to take the math/science several times. It was pretty traumatizing and I was very thankful that I passed. I want to take the secondary l math one, but I heard it's pretty crazy. I had an awesome mentor that had to take it 3 times. I'll get around to it, eventually.

[@mayaleex3]

I agree! It's very traumatizing because you realize how stressful these tests are and how much of your time it eats up. What a relief you passed! Thankfully, I haven't thought much about the testing process after it was all over!

[@johannamerricks7582]

Marissa what did you use to prepare for the test?

[@AshleyRussellxoxo]

thank you for this! i'm taking my cset next moth and I'm so scared!

[@mayaleex3]

Good luck dear!! :) Just try to show everything you know when it comes to the free response!

[@Discovery_and_Change]

How'd it go

[@jaydel3]

@@Discovery_and_Change Hey it's me again..lol..How was the RICA for you? Did you pass in one try? Apparently 1/3 of students can't pass it so.a lot quit trying to be a teacher.

[@Discovery_and_Change]

@@jaydel3 I haven't taken it, nor do I plan on taking it until I actually get hired as a teacher. I'm working on an intern credentialing program where you get hired as an intern rather than as a fully credentialed teacher, and you work on becoming credentialed as you teach. So I'm hoping this Summer (in about 2 months) jobs get posted and I land one. If not, then it's back to substituting for another year.

[@jaydel3]

@@Discovery_and_Change That's what I'm going to do also. District Internship. It seems like I have a good chance of getting one this summer. 🤞 Why did you have to finish your CSETS so quickly then and did you already take the credential program classes or you're planning on taking them during the same time your are interning.

[@saralackey6806]

Do you remember if you were given a formula sheet for the second subtest? I'm so worried about remembering all of the formulas!! This video made me feel so much better though, thank you!! I have my exam in like 3 weeks, so knowing you were in the same boat is helpful (because I plan on just studying for 2 hours a day until I take the exam as well!!)

[@jacobpyatt1195]

@Sara Lackey I guarantee you will have no problem passing your CSET exam with the help of (spirassp.com) They helped me sometime last year with my CSET and GACE when I had to move to GA due to some issues. Thank me later.

[@maggiehuang3403]

ahh i just got my cset prep book by cliffsnotes and i felt so overwhelmed when i opened it hahaha. I know for sure I will need to a lot of refreshing on history since its literally my worst subject in school haha do you have another other resources you recommend to study the history section??

[@j-meister6545]

Hi Maya. Thank you for posting this. I was wondering if you could offer any tips to someone who is very weak in math, specifically geometry? Do you know exactly how difficult the subtest 2 (dealing with science and math) was? What they were looking for? I'm looking at the practice tests, and it definitely seems like something I need to study up on for a long while. I'm afraid that if I can't pass the math subtest, then I will be forced into pursuing English or Social Science teaching at the upper levels.

[@mayaleex3]

Hi! The math practice test was one of the first things I looked over, and I also met up with a friend of mine (who majored in math) to go over the practice problems with me (we did this once). Out of everything I've learned in math, Geometry was my LEAST favorite. I honestly struggled through it in high school, so if I got anything wrong on subtest ii, it probably came from Geometry haha. The good thing about math is that you can usually check your answers and for free response, they care more about what you know/your thought process. Science was difficult because there were so many things to remember. Def remember the different "cycles" (rock, frog, and water). I just drew them out from my memory at least 3x.

[@michellejackson8012]

Thank you for making this video. I'm studying and will be taking the sub tests one by one.. LOL.. God Bless..

[@mayaleex3]

Ahhh I hope it went well!!

[@magrock151]

Michelle Jackson so am I ❤️🙏🏽! May God help us pass.

[@mayaleex3]

Magali Mendoza GOOD LUCK!! Remember, show them everything you’ve got ❤️

[@michellejackson8012]

Thank you... Studying, Studying, Studying...

[@michellejackson8012]

I passed sub tests I and III using the CTC study guide. I honestly didn't use the Cliff Notes study guide at all. I just kept using the CTC study guide and it helped me pass... Yayyyyy I'm scheduled to take the math/science next month. I'm ready..

[@duannehaughton4893]

Connecticut Foundations of Reading Exam: 4 hours, 100 multiple choice, 2 essays.

[@dianaalvarez2110]

Does the book you recommended have the steps to figure out the answers or were they just practice problems (mainly for math/science because thats my weakest area)? I'm trying to figure out what book to order that will help me along with the practice tests on the CTC website :) thanks!

[@mayaleex3]

Hi! Yes, they do explain the answers! :)

[@emilyelizabeth7340]

Thank you for this video :)

[@andym8540]

I am currently in college: should I start practicing for this test now? (English undergrad)

[@mayaleex3]

Yes I definitely think it's always good to study as soon as you can! It'll make you a bit less stressed :)

[@Naomi-wm3ft]

YEEEEEEEEEES

[@jaysiq7210]

Hi! can you do one for the RICA?

[@kellynmakiyama106]

Hi Maya! Just came across your video and so happy I did :D Thank you for all of your tips and congrats on passing!! I am currently studying for subtest 2 the math and science portion. And I am pretty overwhelmed with all of the information we need to know. Not exactly sure what areas in each subject I should focus most on for math and science. Was wondering if you knew best what to focus on in each area for the exam. Thank you!

[@mayaleex3]

Hi! The practice tests online are seriously the BEST representation of what to expect and the amount of material you need to know for the exams :) I can’t recall topic by topic (because there were just way too many) but my video pretty much covered EVERYTHING I did to prepare 🙈 all the best ❤️

[@kellynmakiyama106]

Ahhh thank you so much Maya! :)

[@mayaleex3]

Kellyn Makiyama let me know if you ever need help :)

[@kellynmakiyama106]

aww you are soo sweet! Okay i definitely will :) Thank you!

[@danielledenisegutierrez7806]

I'm super nervous how do you combat testing anxiety with this test 😖

[@carolbaez8315]

girl, thank you for this video ! Im currently studying for my grad program, so you've made me feel more optimistic :)

[@mayaleex3]

Carol Baez awww no problem girly! Good luck ❤️

[@moniquebaca4651]

Weird question. Do you get a formula sheet for subtext II?

[@mayaleex3]

Hi there! You do not :(

[@firespawn0006]

Hey Maya, can u do vlog on your thoughts about getting more education past your clear credential. I am thinking of starting a new credential (ed specialist) but not 100% sure about it. I would appreciate your input on the matter. Thanx

[@EL-tn2dk]

My test is in two days! Just subtest 1 but i’m super nervous. History is not my strongest subject.

[@jeffdeutsch]

How did it go?

[@aracelyhernandez5652]

I am taking this section on feb 13 😫

[@Discovery_and_Change]

Thanks for making this video so we could have dialogue about the test in your comments section...I just paid $247 to take the 3 tests at once. Now I'm debating when to take it. I could either take it in 2 weeks (haven't studied yet) or in February (no tests available in my area in January). December 28 seems kind of soon to take it, but my district holds a job fair in January, and I think it would help if I had the CBEST passed by the time January comes around, rather than waiting till February to take the tests, even though it would give me a longer time to study. I'll sleep on it but I might opt for testing in 2 weeks and just grind it out studying.

[@jaydel3]

how did you do?

[@Discovery_and_Change]

@@jaydel3 it's passed the 5 week waiting period and still no test results. I ended up taking the tests in December instead of February because of the January job fair, but it was kind of pointless because my results didn't come in on time, plus all the school districts said they don't have any positions open anyway. Only good thing is to have gotten the tests out of the way and hopefully passed one, two, or all of them.

[@JCosio-bs9xr]

Yeah, but what kind of questions did they ask and how did that compare with the guide?

[@alfonsosanchez1759]

Cool video. Did you try anticipating what the essay questions would be in? Especially for sub test 1?

[@ylondrabriggs7832]

whats the name of the book again? This was very informative. I have missed the minimum score by 5 points twice! I believe my subject knowledge of history is the problem for the subtest #1

[@Brucee_97]

1:48

[@MsEhulani]

Did you have to do any graphing for the math section?

[@mg1617s1]

Thank you so much for your great advice.

[@mayaleex3]

Mario Gutierrez you are very welcome!

[@zhaijie6578]

Thank you so much for the video and I loooove it! One question, is any courses or program required before you take the CSET multiple subjects?

[@mayaleex3]

Hi! Thank you for watching! No you do not need any course or program, although the CSET will be a step toward your teaching credential.

[@jazzzy0714]

Can you do a video on the CBEST????

[@mayaleex3]

Hi! In my substitute teaching video, I mentioned the CBEST! I used the Princeton Review book :)

[@noyce714]

Jazmine Moreno teachers test prep had the best study guide.

[@HustlerJerbear]

You have a very Americanized voice. You don’t have a foreign accent at all.

[@SmileyKyleeFace]

Hi, I have a question about CSET retaking polices that I haven't been able to get answered. If I take all three subtests in one sitting and pass only one or two of the subtests, will it be okay to retake the remaining subtest(s) individually? Or must the next attempts also be retaken and passed as an entire set? Thank you!

[@KarinaaaLoveee]

you can take the ones that you did not pass individually!

[@SmileyKyleeFace]

@@KarinaaaLoveee tysm! I had been emailing admin offices and nobody would seem to understand my question and I couldn’t figure out how to even fix my phrasing to help them help me with the answer to my actual concern!!

[@MexicansNeedToDie]

Just got my results tonight. I took all three subsets at once and passed subsets 2&3 - I got a 215 on subset 1 and honestly that stings so bad right now. I’m still able to get into my credential program and take core classes with that result but man missing one section by 5 points...that has to be like one or two questions. Even gave me the +++ which means I answered most questions correctly. Smh.

[@el90skid32]

Spencer You get back up stronger and pass that test, I believe in you, wish you positive blessings, “It is better to try and fail, than to fail and not try.” Hope that helps you brother. One love. I am hoping to pass at least one. What do you recommend for the essays? Seven years War? Any tips is appreciated. Thank you 🙏.

[@MexicansNeedToDie]

el90skid Thank you! I ended up passing the last subset back in February. I am in my last semester of classes before student teaching in the spring! I definitely recommend the cliff notes study guide and reviewing the topics on the cset website. Best of luck!

[@maryavakian1009]

Hi I was wondering how long should the short answers be for english and history ? Thank you.

[@moshevilozny]

what did the 4 function online calculator for subtest 2 look like? is there a link to an online example? wanting to learn more about that. thanks!

[@ThePurpleElephantt]

Hi, how long did you prepare for the exam? How much time do you think is sufficient? I know that you passed in the first try, do you know how long you have to wait to reschedule for those who don't? For the subtest, lets take subtest ii for example will they tell if you failed math or science or just that you failed subtest ii? If you pass math and fail science do you only have to take that one part or the whole subtest? Was having access to a calculator beneficial for the math? I know this a lot, thanks for being willing to share

[@mayaleex3]

Hi! I think you have to wait 2 months but I may be wrong...it's been a while! :( Also, if you fail one subtest I believe you have to redo the whole thing...but again, they might have changed it! I believe they share it on the CTC website. I'm so sorry! The calculator only helped slightly!

[@ThePurpleElephantt]

@@mayaleex3 thanks so much, the CTC website was very vague on re-takes 😔

[@mayaleex3]

Hi! It looks like it says "if you wish to retake a test or subtest, you must re-register for the entire test or subtest. You must wait 45 calendar days from the date you took the test to retake a test or subtest on computer." So perhaps you can actually retake the one subject?? :)

[@ThePurpleElephantt]

@@mayaleex3 thanks love, I sent them an email too hopefully I can clarification on Monday. I don't why I'm preparing to fail, math is not my friend. 😥

[@nathalieli7617]

I am going to take the CSET test for English. Not sure if its different from the Multiple Subject Test in regards to studying. Is a month and a half good time to study and be ready for the test?

[@faviolarobles5384]

I’ve taken it twice and I’ve had no luck! ☹️

[@mayaleex3]

Oh no! Perhaps try taking them separately? And start with the subject you are most confident about.

[@faviolarobles5384]

Maya Lee I will! Thanks for the advice 🙃

[@ThePurpleElephantt]

@@faviolarobles5384 Hi Faviola, have you retaken the test? What subtest did you struggle with

[@faviolarobles5384]

SimplyBluain hi, I’ve taken all three the first time. I recently retook the first section and passed!

[@ThePurpleElephantt]

@@faviolarobles5384 congrats!!! Do you get a preliminary pass or fail right away or do you have to wait?

[@PrinceMarcusWilliam]

Do not buy the Cliffnotes books. Most of the questions from that book are not even close to what the test questions will be. Make an outline based off of the CCSS website. Trust me

[@mayaleex3]

PrinceMarcus William hi! The questions on the CTC website helped me the most, but the cliff notes was a great way to just review content, as it had explanations for the answers unlike the CTC one!

[@PrinceMarcusWilliam]

It does give you a good look at the layout for the test, but you can get that from the Pearson website. I highly recommend "Big Fat Note-Book." Both the World History (yellow and black book) and U.S. History (orange and black). They were designed by a middle school student and hit the main points. Now these are great just for Subtest 1 for multiple credential teachers.

[@divyapriya2969]

After passing the CSET, did you also have to take up a teacher credentialing program/coursework?

[@JC-mq8dm]

It’s great that teachers do not need to take these test anymore due to the new law passed in California.

[@paolay.9722]

What law?!!

[@JC-mq8dm]

@@paolay.9722 The governor of California Gavin Newsom got rid of these test to make it easier for people who want to become a teacher. This information is all over KZbin.

[@Jacky22_]

You do unless you are an education major

[@jaydel3]

you can bypass the cset and cbest I believe if your a liberal studies major in a teaching credential program, but you still need to pass RiCA and TPAs

[@cyrenthiarobinson348]

Some teachers don't have to take it. They're allowing people with liberal studies degrees and those that have approved coursework to get CSET waivers. Unfortunately I don't fall in this category and still have to take the math/science section. Hopefully I pass this time (already taken it 4 times). I've passed everything else (subtests 1, 3, RICA, CAL TPA). I'm literally one exam away from getting my credential!

[@miguelpadeiro3361]

On response questions it says word count between 100-200 can you go over or do you need to explain everything in 200 words or less? Thank you

[@sadiawynne4479]

hi! Im appearig in subtest 2 in 6 weeks! totally blank.Would approciate any tips from you

[@mayaleex3]

Hi! Definitely look over practice exams to feel comfort with the format, at least!

[@OhMyLawrence]

I am about to take the CSET for single-subject english. I am gonna die.

[@mayaleex3]

Ahhh I hope you pass! If it makes you feel better, I really thought I failed and was very surprised I passed haha.

[@riasinger1724]

When do you find out your scores? How long does it take to know if you passed

[@Joanna-ls9qb]

It takes 5 weeks to get your results back.

[@divyapriya2969]

What all study materials did you follow?😊

[@testprep6856]

great video!

[@mayrasaavedra6366]

What are the 7 subjects of the CSET? I know there is English, science, math, and music, history.

[@mayaleex3]

Mayra Saavedra and then PE & child development :)

[@mayrasaavedra6366]

Thanks so much for replying I hope to tackle these tests before getting into a teaching credential program!

[@chelseymichelle9115]

I wonder if you need this to become a theatre teacher

[@ChusLife]

oh my gosh 5 hours? :O that's nuts

[@mayaleex3]

ChusLife yaaaa teacher life didn’t turn out to be as easy as I initially thought LOL

[@Ceemoon92]

Hey there! Getting my bachelors in child development. I want to be an elementary school teacher. What’s the CBEST and CSET ? What’s the difference? Do I take both?

[@mayaleex3]

Cynthia Bee hi there! :) in California you do need both! I made a video on how to become a teacher which I’ll link for you so I don’t end up writing you a paragraph! ❤️ feel free to message me if you have more questions! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5qnc3pqpKp3q7s

[@nickandkaren4955]

i am stressing about the history part 😱 im taking one sub test at a time there's no way i'd be able to do all three 😂

[@mayaleex3]

Karen and Nick I forgot to mention, there are history videos for the CSET on KZbin!! Definitely helped me :) I basically memorized what they said hahaha

[@joshsg93]

where are those history videos? I am about to do subtest 1 haha

[@mayaleex3]

Hahaha good luck! When you type in CSET subtest history on YT, you should see informational videos from some guy standing in front of a powerpoint slide!

[@joshsg93]

aww the teacher's test prep ones? i used those but they aren't that in depth

[@MsSBoatwright]

Are these the exact things that are on the test?

[@yehezkielhamzah9736]

I remember how stressed you were. PTL you passed

[@danieldelatorre583]

Has anyone used 240 tutoring?

[@Naomi-wm3ft]

7 subjects? 😭😩😩😩😩

[@daisey138]

What made you want to become a teacher?

[@shilpa.shakya]

background music is too loud