Testing and Assessment

GKT - General Knowledge Test

The General Knowledge Test (GKT) is one of three tests that compose the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE). Florida law requires that teachers demonstrate mastery of basic skills, professional knowledge, and content area of specialization. Testing requirements for teacher candidates seeking certification are described in 6A-4.0021 Florida Administrative Code (FAC).

Florida Department of Education Rule

(12) Alternative Assessments: Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) Revised General Test, SAT, ACT, and Classic Learning Test (CLT). GRE test administrations conducted on or after July 1, 2015, and SAT, ACT, and CLT test administrations on or after March 1, 2016, may be used as an acceptable means of demonstrating a mastery of general knowledge. In all cases, the minimum required score on the GRE, SAT, ACT, and CLT must have been earned during the ten (10) years immediately preceding application and qualification for a certificate, unless otherwise stipulated in law or rule. The scores listed below shall be considered the minimum passing scores that may be used to satisfy the demonstration of mastery of general knowledge requirements. Passing scores are required in each of the general knowledge content areas assessed on the General Knowledge Test, which include writing (essay), English language skills, reading, and mathematics. The table below provides the content area subtests for GRE, SAT, ACT, and CLT, followed by the minimum required scores to satisfy the General Knowledge requirements.

GK SUBTEST

ALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENT

MINIMUM REQUIRED ALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENT SCORE

GK Essay

 

 

 

GRE Analytical Writing

A combined score of 4 out of 6

 

SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing

A score of 560

 

ACT English

A score of 22

 

CLT Verbal Reasoning & Grammar/Writing

A combined score of 49

GK English Language Skills

 

 

 

GRE Verbal Reasoning

A score of 151

 

SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing

A score of 560

 

ACT English

A score of 22

 

CLT Verbal Reasoning & Grammar/Writing

A combined score of 49

GK Reading

 

 

 

GRE Verbal Reasoning

A score of 151

 

SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing

A score of 560

 

ACT Reading

A score of 23

 

CLT Verbal Reasoning & Grammar/Writing

A combined score of 49

GK Mathematics

 

 

 

GRE Quantitative Reasoning

A score of 147

 

SAT Mathematics

A score of 540

 

ACT Mathematics

A score of 22

 

CLT Quantitative Reasoning

A score of 20

Under certain circumstances, arrangements for auxiliary aids and modifications are permissible. The College makes every reasonable effort to ensure equal access to educational opportunities and experiences for candidates with documented disabilities. These services can include:

  • Sign language interpreters
  • Adaptive or assistive technology
  • Note takers
  • and more

An ACCESS representative can help eligible candidates identify and arrange for accommodations that ensure success.

No retest procedure available.

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Kendall Testing
Building R, 5th Floor
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North Testing
1160
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Padrón Testing
1103
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Wolfson Testing
3104
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Note:  Examinees must be checked-in and seated by the time scheduled in order to begin the test. Examinees will then have adequate time to finish the test in a reasonable period or within the Hours of Operation.

The following are links to resources for students to prepare for the General Knowledge Test (GKT):

MDC School of Continuing Education & Professional Development

 GKT Preparation Courses

MDC School of Education

 GKT - Test Preparation

  • MDC School of Education provides General Knowledge Test (GKT) preparation software that may be used by Miami Dade College students in Junior and Senior level of education courses and also by students who have applied to the program and met all other admission criteria. A username and password is required to access the site. To obtain access, please contact an advisor from  MDC School of Education at (305) 237-6203.

    GKT Instructional Modules - Login

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