Understanding the exact breakdown of the NYSTCE CST Multi-Subject Secondary Teachers (Grade 7-Grade 12) test will help you know what to expect and how to most effectively prepare. The NYSTCE CST Multi-Subject Secondary Teachers (Grade 7-Grade 12) has 120 multiple-choice questions and 2 essay questions. The exam will be broken down into the sections below:
| NYSTCE CST Multi-Subject Secondary Teachers (Grade 7-Grade 12) Exam Blueprint | ||
|---|---|---|
| Domain Name | % | Number of Questions |
| Literacy and English Language Arts | ||
| Knowledge of Literacy & Language Arts | 30% | 12 |
| Instruction in Foundational Literacy Skills | 30% | 12 |
| Instruction in English Language Arts | 10% | 4 |
| Analysis, Synthesis, and Application (Constructed-Response) | 20% | 8 |
| Mathematics | ||
| Number and Quantity | 10% | 4 |
| Algebra and Functions | 40% | 17 |
| Geometry and Statistics | 30% | 12 |
| Analysis, Synthesis, and Application (Constructed-Response) | 20% | 8 |
| Arts and Sciences | ||
| Science and Technology | 40% | 17 |
| Social Studies | 40% | 17 |
| Fine Arts, Health and Fitness, Family and Consumer Science, and Career Development | 20% | 8 |