Test Overview

• Test Name: RICA Written Examination
• Format: Computer-based test and online-proctored test

Subtest Details

This section provides details on the various subtests included in the examination:

• Subtest 1 - Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes, Questions: 35 multiple-choice, 2 constructed-response
• Subtest 2 - Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes, Questions: 35 multiple-choice, 2 constructed-response
• Subtest 3 - Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes, Questions: 25 multiple-choice, 1 case study

Content Domains and Questions

• Subtest 1: Word Analysis
  • Questions: 27 multiple-choice, 1 constructed-response (Focused Task, 150- to 300-word response)
• Subtest 2: Vocabulary, Academic Language, and Background Knowledge
  • Questions: 19 multiple-choice, 1 constructed-response (Focused Task, 75- to 125-word response)
• Subtest 3: Planning, Organizing, and Managing Reading Instruction Based on Ongoing Assessment
  • Questions: 25 multiple-choice, 1 case study (300- to 600-word response assessing all domains)