Accelerated Subject-Matter Acquisition Program (ASAP)
What is the Acceerated Subject-matter Acquisition Program?
The Accelerated Subject-matter Acquisition Program (ASAP) offers affordable, accessible, applicable California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST), California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET), and Reading Instruction Competency Assessment (RICA) preparations. ASAP has successfully supported indiviuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds, some of whom attempted an exam multiple times, with limited success before coming to the program from coaching.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I register for a CBEST, CSET, or RICA preparation?
You may register by sending an e-mail to asap@csusb.edu with your name, contact information, and the workshop(s) you would like to attend. You will receive a confirmation of your registration, with further instructions, usually within 24 hours.
When do I pay the registration fee?
The registration fee may be paid in advance or the morning of the event (cash, Via, MasterCard)). If paying via district purchase order a copy of the purchase order must be on file prior to the workshop date. Please fax a copy of the purchase order to (951) 826-6950 attn: TSC-Lisa Cassel.
Who can I contact if I need more information?
Please feel free to call our office at (909) 537-7674 or send an e-mail to asap@csusb.edu. One of our program staff members will be happy to assist you.
Preparation Dates:
September 17, 2011
November 19, 2011
January 21, 2012
March 24, 2012
May 26, 2012
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $40 per day (cash, Visa, MasterCard - collected the date of the event)
Location:
California State University, San Bernardino
5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407
College of Education room 119 (maps and directions)
please know there is a $5 parking fee at this location
For more information on the CBEST exam or to register for the exam, please go to http://www.cbest.nesinc.com
Preparation is currently available for: Multiple Subjects and Mathematics.
CSET: Multiple Subject Preparation:
Subtest III (PE; Human Development; Visual and Performing Arts)
October 1, 2011
February 4, 2012
April 7, 2012
Subtest II (Science; Mathematics)
please note this is a two-day preparationOctober 8, 2011 and October 15, 2011
February 11, 2012 and February 18, 2012
April 14, 2012 and April 21, 2012
Subtest I (English; History)
October 22, 2011
February 25, 2012
April 28, 2012
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $60 per day (cash, Visa, MasterCard)
Location:
California State University, San Bernardino
5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407
College of Education room to be determined (maps and directions)
please know there is a $5 parking fee at this location
There are no CSET: English preparation workshops scheduled at this time.
CSET: Social Science Preparation:
There are no CSET: Social Science preparation workshops scheduled at this time.
Preparation Dates:
November 19, 2011
January 21, 2012
May 26, 2012
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $40 per day (cash, Visa, MasterCard - collected the date of the event)
Location:
California State University, San Bernardino
5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407
College of Education room 119 (maps and directions)
please know there is a $5 parking fee at this location
For more information on the RICA exam or to register for the exam, please go to http://www.rica.nesinc.com
Verification Process for Special Settings (VPSS)
What is the Verification Process for Special Settings?
Verification Process for Special Settings (VPSS) was developed to provide an opportunity for teachers in special programs to acquire subject-matter competency in four core academic subjects: mathematics, science, social science, and English. This two-level process is designed to be available over time for teachers "new" and "not new" to the teaching profession, and new to assignments in which they teach two or more core academic subjects in the specified setting. Teachers in these special settings must be compliant in at least one core academic subject or multiple subjects to be eligble for this verification process. Special settings inlude: special education, small rural schools, and independent study programs.
Registration and Eligibility Confirmation Forms:
Eligibility Confirmation and Professional Development Registration Forms (pdf)
ENGLISH PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTS
There are no sessions scheduled at this time. If you are interested in attending this course pleae call 951-826-6616.
HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTS
There are no sessions scheduled at this time. If you are interested in attending this course pleae call 951-826-6616.
MATHEMATICS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTS
There are no sessions scheduled at this time. If you are interested in attending this course pleae call 951-826-6616.
SCIENCE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTS
For more information regarding these classes please call 951-826-6616 to speak with a program representative.
TIER 1 - Anticipated Start Date: February, 2012
TIER 2 - Anticipated Start Date: March, 2012
CSET: Mathematics Preparation: Preparation for the CSET: Mathematics is available through the Inland Counties Mathematics Project (ICMP).
The Accelerated Subject-matter Acquisition Program and the Verification Process for Special Settings is sponsored by the Riverside County Office of Education in partnership with California State University, San Bernardino.
Kenneth Carpenter, Program Representative
California State University, San Bernardino
College of Education
(909) 537-7674
kcarpent@csusb.eduKevin Tibbetts, Administrator
Riverside County Office of Education
Teacher Support Center
(951) 826-6767
ktibbetts@rcoe.us