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Exam Overview
The Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE) are administered for the Florida Department of Education by Pearson. Educational Media Specialist PK–12 (test code 010) is a single, computer-based subject area examination made up of multiple-choice questions.
Test at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Test name and code | Educational Media Specialist PK–12 (010) |
| Format | Approximately 80 multiple-choice questions, each with four answer choices |
| Question types | Scenario, direct question, sentence completion, command, and data analysis |
| Testing time | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Delivery | Computer-based testing at a Pearson test center |
| Passing score | A scaled score of at least 200 |
| Score basis | Number of questions answered correctly; no penalty for guessing |
| Results | An unofficial pass or non-pass status appears on screen at the end of a multiple-choice test; the official score report follows |
| Reference materials | None provided or permitted |
| Test fee | $150 for a first attempt and for each retake (confirm before registering) |
| Retake wait | 31 days after a non-passing attempt |
| Identification | Two valid, unexpired forms; the first must be government-issued with photo and signature |
| Registration | Online through the official FTCE/FELE website (fl.nesinc.com) |
How the Test Is Scored
Your raw score (the number of questions answered correctly) is converted to a scaled score, and a scaled score of 200 or higher passes. The score report for a non-passing attempt shows performance by competency, which is the best guide for planning a retake. Because there is no penalty for wrong answers, answer every question.
Why the Test Matters
The Eight Competencies
The blueprint assigns each competency an approximate share of the questions. Competencies 2, 3, and 4 are the largest; together with Competency 1 they make up almost 60 percent of the test.
| Competency | Knowledge of… | Weight | Chapters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Strategies for instruction and collaboration | 13% | 1–5 |
| 2 | Administration, management, and evaluation of a school library media program | 16% | 6–11 |
| 3 | Collection and resource management | 15% | 12–16 |
| 4 | Ways to develop a schoolwide literature-driven environment | 15% | 17–20 |
| 5 | Design and management of a student-centered, accessible media center | 13% | 21–25 |
| 6 | Professional roles, responsibilities, and leadership opportunities | 8% | 26–28 |
| 7 | Laws, rules, regulations, policies, and principles | 12% | 29–32 |
| 8 | School-based outreach methods and collaboration | 8% | 33–35 |
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