2012–2013 Test Dates

Computer-Based Testing: Offered Year-Round

The CBEST is available for computer-based testing year-round by appointment, Monday through Saturday (excluding holidays), on a first-come, first-served basis. Computer-based testing is offered at over 30 test centers in California and over 250 test centers nationwide.

Scores will be reported within 2 weeks of testing.

Paper-Based Testing

Test Date Regular Registration Deadline Late Registration Deadline Emergency Registration Deadline Scores Reported
September 8, 2012 August 10, 2012 August 28, 2012 September 4, 2012 September 24, 2012
November 3, 2012 October 5, 2012 October 23, 2012 October 30, 2012 November 19, 2012
January 12, 2013 December 14, 2012 January 1, 2013 January 8, 2013 January 28, 2013
March 9, 2013 February 8, 2013 February 26, 2013 March 5, 2013 March 25, 2013
May 4, 2013 April 5, 2013 April 23, 2013 April 30, 2013 May 20, 2013
July 13, 2013 June 14, 2013 July 2, 2013 July 9, 2013 July 29, 2013