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Exam Overview
Exam Overview
The GACE School Counseling (722) assessment is the content test required for Georgia certification in school counseling. The Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) sets certification requirements and passing scores, and the GACE program is administered for GaPSC by Pearson. The test measures whether you can apply counseling knowledge in real school settings, not just recall definitions.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Test code | 722 |
| Format | Computer-delivered; 100 selected-response (multiple-choice) questions, four answer choices each |
| Testing time | About 2.5 hours of testing time |
| Structure | Three content areas (testlets) that can be taken in one session or separately |
| Score scale | 100–300 (scaled score) |
| Passing scores | 220 = induction level; 250 = professional level |
| Penalty for guessing | None: answer every question |
Content Areas and Weighting
| Content Area | Questions | Approx. Weight | Guide Section |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knowledge of Learners and Foundations of School Counseling | 30 | 30% | Section 1 |
| The Comprehensive School Counseling Program | 40 | 40% | Section 2 |
| Roles and Responsibilities of the School Counseling Profession | 30 | 30% | Section 3 |
Test blueprint by content area
Knowledge of Learners & Foundations — 30%Development, diversity, counseling theories
Comprehensive School Counseling Program — 40%ASCA National Model, services, data
Roles & Responsibilities — 30%Ethics, law, collaboration, professional practice
The program content area carries the most weight, so make the ASCA National Model, counseling services, and data use your strongest topics. The practice tests in this guide follow the same 30/40/30 weighting.
Confirm Before You Register
Test policies, fees, appointment times, and testlet options can change. Check the official GACE website and your GaPSC certification requirements before you schedule your test.What the Exam Expects
Skills Measured
You are tested on your ability to: Apply counseling theories in school scenarios; Select appropriate interventions for students; Interpret ethical and legal guidelines; Use data to evaluate counseling programs.
Importance of This Exam
Passing this exam is a mandatory requirement for certification.
Why it matters
Confirms your readiness for K–12 school counseling roles; Validates your ability to handle real student situations; Ensures compliance with state professional standards.
What Makes This Exam Challenging
Questions are scenario-based, not direct recall; Multiple answers may seem correct; You must select the best professional response.
What You Should Focus On
Understanding concepts, not memorizing definitions; Practicing case-based decision making; Applying ethical and legal standards correctly.
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