MTEL · test 55
Adult Basic Education (55)
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At a glance
Exam details
- Format
- Computer-based test (CBT) and online proctored test; 100 multiple-choice questions and 2 open-response assignments (mtel.nesinc.com)
- Time
- Computer-Based Testing 4 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time 15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement 4 hours testing time Online Proctoring 4 hours and 30 minutes total appointment time 15 minutes for tutorial and nondisclosure agreement 2… (mtel.nesinc.com)
- Fee
- $139 (mtel.nesinc.com)
Details checked against official sources since 2026-11-09.
What it covers
The program publishes 6 content areas with approximate weights (15%, 25%, 25%, 10%, 10%, 15%). See the official test framework.
Where it's used
| State |
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| Massachusetts |